Technology and innovation

New live cell tomography technology allows the observation of cells in their native environments in real-time

Capsule endomicroscopy offers a new method of diagnosing upper GI tract disease – quickly, easily and without the need for sedation or excision biopsy

Tech firm’s latest project aims to detect disease using a nanoparticle pill and a wrist-worn device

Smartphone accessory can test three disease markers in a drop of blood in just 15 minutes

Acoustic sound waves can be used as a gentle way to filter out tumor cells in blood

Protein biomarkers identified using mass spec analysis of saliva could pave the way for earlier, more reliable diagnosis

A new, noninvasive approach to cancer imaging uses gold nanorods and reflected light to detect even small tumors

Optical biopsy could provide a wide range of diagnoses in minutes and should be viewed as a support, not a threat, to pathologists

The race is on to develop a non-invasive glucose test to replace the finger prick. Could a temporary tattoo come out on top?

Tracking DNA samples using an app for your tablet