'Top technology for patients'

Technological science is the catalyst for innovation in healthcare. MIRA combines fundamental and applied research with clinical practice. This unique scientific path stimulates a successful application of fundamental concepts and enables healthcare to rapidly introduce new treatments. MIRA works closely with hospitals, the business community and governmental organizations, aiming to secure its leading position in Europe.

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Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to make innovative contributions across a wide spectrum within healthcare. MIRA’s research will result into the development of new techniques to repair damaged tissue, such as bone and skin. It helps to create drugs that are targeted in their effects and enables doctors to diagnose more effectively through the use of improved imaging techniques. Furthermore, MIRA offers patient-focused solutions in rehabilitation technology.

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10 april 2013 - Lezing Metta de Noo

Bij elk onderzoek liggen psychologische mechanismen op de loer om ons op een verkeerd spoor te zetten: selectiviteit van geheugen en waarneming, ... read more

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3 April - Stramigioli demonstreert vliegende robots

Dat robots in de opmars zijn, bewees prof. Stefano Stramigioli van de Universiteit Twente dinsdag in de uitzending van Zapplive. ... read more

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28 Maart 2013 - Nagebootst menselijk weefsel redt kraakbeen

Meer dan één miljoen mensen in Nederland lijden aan pijnlijke gewrichten. Dit komt door de slijtage van kraakbeen onder andere veroorzaakt door trauma’s, ouderdom of ziektes zoals ... read more

20 March 2013 - Better cartilage repairs using stem cells

Using adult stem cells is a good way of culturing better-quality cartilage to repair worn hips and knees. New cartilage that has good properties can be grown in particular by cultivating adult stem cells in combination with a small quantity of cells ... read more