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A child gets their chest examined

AI can diagnose childhood illnesses better than some doctors

11 February 2019

Artificial intelligence has now been used to sort through medical history, lab tests, and symptoms and find a diagnosis for common and life-threatening paediatric diseases
The new fabric

Heat-sensitive fabric cools you on hot days and warms you in the cold

7 February 2019

A temperature sensitive fabric adjusts to how hot, cold or sweaty the wearer is to help them reach the perfect temperature

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