Clinical News: Page 3269

A couple of months ago, two Canadian government agencies announced that they would fund a $1.2 million project at Alberta’s University of Calgary for the development of a low-field, high-performance MRI system. Their goal is to "build a lower-cost system than currently exists, ultimately making MRI technology more accessible and affordable for patients."

Three-dimensional-software developer Vital Images has renewed its U.S. and international marketing distribution agreement with Toshiba Medical Systems of Tochigi, Japan.

Digital image management provider Carpe eDatum (CeD) has joined forces with MR services provider Extremity Imaging Partners of Pittsburgh on an installation in Austin, TX.

Swedish PACS provider Sectra has received a breast imaging PACS order from Brumammo, a Brussels, Belgium-based breast cancer detection and prevention association.

Computer-aided detection developer R2 Technology demonstrated the expansion of its CAD technology into virtual colonoscopy at last week’s RSNA meeting.

Digital x-ray developer Swissray International has completed a 1-for-750 reverse stock split of issued and outstanding common stock, according to the Elizabeth, NJ-based vendor.

Software developer ContextVision of New York City unveiled its real-time image enhancement for ultrasound systems or review stations, GOPView UST, at the recent RSNA show.

Cardinal Health has introduced clinical software for bone mineral density (BMD) analysis.