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Can artificial intelligence detect hidden heart attacks?

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“Prior studies have had limited success in identifying single distinct features of 12-lead ECG tracings that indicate severe coronary blockage,” says Dr Ervin Sejdić, a biomedical engineer at the University of Toronto and North York General Hospital. This is why we are turning to AI.

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Shining a light on the role of trace metals in neurodegenerative diseases

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Head of Trace Metals in Medicine Laboratory, School of Engineering, University of Warwick, UK. FIELD OF RESEARCH : Metallomics, Biomedical Engineering. FUNDERS : Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), UK: Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Diamond Light Source, LGC Ltd., Alzheimer’s Society.

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List of 75+ STEM Careers, Jobs & Occupations

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Biomedical Engineer The Role: These engineers work at the intersection of engineering, life sciences, and healthcare. Biochemist The Role: Biochemists study the chemical processes and substances in living organisms. Average Annual Salary: $102,200 8. Average Annual Salary: $54,790 15.

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