The publication solicited nominations worldwide and evaluated inventions on factors such as originality, effectiveness, creativity and impact. Here are the healthcare technologies featured on the list, released Nov. 10:
- COVID-19 vaccines
- At-home COVID-19 testing kits
- Mosquirix, GlaxoSmithKline’s vaccine that can prevent malaria.
- DCTclock, an Alzheimer’s screening test made by artificial intelligence-powered neuroscience company Linus Health that can help identify the beginnings of the disease’s pathology in a person.
- NeuroSphere Virtual Clinic, a device made by Abbott that allows physicians to talk to patients over via video app and remotely adjust some of Abbott’s implanted neuro-modulation devices.
- Caption AI, a point-of-care device that guides technicians through the heart ultrasound process.
- Explorer Mini, a motorized device for children ages 1-3 who have mobility impairments. It’s made by Permobil, a Swedish company best known for producing wheelchairs.
- Revolve Air, a wheelchair that can be folded to take up 60 percent less space than a standard model.
- Emme Smart Birth Control System, a Bluetooth-connected case compatible with more than 100 brands of birth control pills that helps users miss fewer doses.
- Robin the Robot, an AI-powered robot designed to ease pediatric patients’ loneliness and anxiety.
- EcoQube, a device that allows users to monitor the radon levels in their home on a companion app to prevent lung cancer.
- Mila, a high-efficiency particulate air purifier.
