Covidien board approves Mallinckrodt spin-off May 24, 2013 -- The board of directors of Covidien has approved the company's spin-off of its Pharmaceuticals business into an independent company named Mallinckrodt.
MRI helps predict vascular disease in brain May 24, 2013 -- Researchers have found that aortic arch pulse-wave velocity as measured by MRI is a strong independent predictor of disease of the vessels that supply blood to the brain, according to a new study published in the June issue of Radiology.
ASRT awards $250K in scholarships May 24, 2013 -- The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Foundation said it has awarded nearly $250,000 in scholarships for the 2013-2014 academic year.
Amirsys updates RadPrimer to version 3.0 May 24, 2013 -- Medical education firm Amirsys has announced the July launch of RadPrimer 3.0, a comprehensive learning environment covering all levels of radiology residency.
ACR elects Blumberg as new president May 24, 2013 -- The American College of Radiology (ACR) Council has elected Dr. Albert Blumberg as ACR president.
Visage debuts Ease for mobile use May 24, 2013 -- Advanced visualization and PACS firm Visage Imaging has released Visage Ease version 1.3.0, available in the Apple App Store.
Zonare increases global shipments of ZS3 May 24, 2013 -- Ultrasound technology developer Zonare Medical Systems recently expanded commercial shipments of its new ZS3 system to markets worldwide.
Nephosity gets FDA OK for iPad viewer May 24, 2013 -- Medical imaging software developer Nephosity has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its MobileCT Viewer application.
Biosensors acquires Spectrum Dynamics May 23, 2013 -- The assets of molecular imaging technology developer Spectrum Dynamics have been acquired by Biosensors International for approximately $51 million and the potential for additional payments based on certain performance criteria.