Next-generation sequencing (NGS) assays sequence the genes in human biological samples making them a unique subset of in vitro diagnostic devices (IVDs). Unlike other IVDs, NGS test results… Read More

Exploring emerging technologies and commercial applications in the field of therapeutic ultrasound The history of ultrasound devices goes back to the start of the twentieth century, when… Read More

Pediatric medical devices are critical for proper medical care of children.  The connection between innovation and realization of pediatric medical devices is a challenging one as th… Read More

Under the EU MDR, literature reviews are recommended components for clinical evaluation, post-market surveillance, post-market clinical follow-up, and PSURs. The need to review scientific li… Read More

The state of the art evaluation is a necessary component of Clinical Literature Evaluations (CERs) based on the European Union (EU) Medical Device Regulation (MDR), In Vitro Diagnostic Regul… Read More

A large fraction of Digital Transformation efforts fail to deliver their promised value. Many of them cause frustration, anger, and distrust. Leadership accepts several reasons, rarely inclu… Read More

Have you struggled to develop your search strategies for the state of the art evaluation? Are you finding yourself sorting through large amounts of data? This article outlines best practice… Read More

Medical device literature reviews for EU CERs present a challenge to many manufacturers. The literature review component of your CER will undergo robust scrutiny by the Notified Bodies… Read More

Mechanical recycling of plastic has been the primary approach to recycling, yet it remains to have serious issues. Recycling plastic using mechanical techniques (shredding, grinding, melting… Read More

It has been two decades since scientists learned to mimic the ability of the gecko to adhere to any surface reversibly. The critical question is whether this biomimetic technology has found… Read More

This article provides evidence-based examples of how a patent landscape can help to guide technology development, patenting, and freedom-to-operate (FTO) strategy. More than just a patent la… Read More

This article explores how an in-depth market study of alternative consumer packaging including target audiences, sustainable practices and social values, can arm companies with the insight t… Read More

What keeps you up at night? Staying on top of your industry sometimes feels like you are drinking water from a fire hose. It is a Herculean task to keep up with all the information that is o… Read More

How do you identify potentially disruptive technologies in your market space? In an adjacent market space? How do you identify opportunities for expansion of your existing product line? Let… Read More

Perhaps the smartest way to be prepared to serve customers in the future is by anticipating their needs. Being a few steps ahead of a client can be a recipe for success and arriving at this… Read More

By Nerac IP Analysts Originally published July 28, 2020 Changing industry demands and new business challenges are also offering unprecedented opportunity. Whether it’s sudden disrupti… Read More

By Rosemarie Szostak, Ph.D., Nerac Analyst Originally published April 24, 2020 The unforeseen COVID-19 crisis brings changing industry trends and new business challenges which can render you… Read More

Watch this informative video of a recent panel discussion hosted by Kevin Bouley, CEO, Nerac and David Souder, Interim Dean, UCONN School of Business with Panelists Ripi Singh, Chief of Inno… Read More

By Rosemarie Szostak, Ph.D. Originally published November 13, 2018 As creepy as Hal was in “2001: A Space Odyssey” to the cuteness of Pixar’s “Wall-E”, the scie… Read More