Medivis has launched its augmented reality platform for surgical planning

After two years of development, Medivis, a New York-based company developing augmented reality data integration and visualization tools for surgeons, is bringing its first product to market. The company was founded by Osamah Choudhry and Christopher Morley who met as senior residents at NYU Medical Center. Initially a side-project, the two residents roped in some […]

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Healthcare by 2028 will be doctor-directed, patient-owned and powered by visual technologies

Evan Nisselson Contributor Evan Nisselson is a partner at LDV Capital. More posts by this contributor Deep learning with synthetic data will democratize the tech industry The war over artificial intelligence will be won with visual data Visual assessment is critical to healthcare – whether that is a doctor peering down your throat as you […]

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Facebook users who quit the social network for a month feel happier

New research out of Stanford and New York University took a look at what happens when people step back from Facebook for a month. Through Facebook, the research team recruited 2,488 people who averaged an hour of Facebook use each day. After assessing their “willingness to accept” the idea of deactivating their account for a […]

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With new tech coming online, cities need a department of urban testing

Shaun Abrahamson Contributor Shaun Abrahamson is a managing partner at Urban Us Ventures and serves on the Investment Committee at URBAN-X. More posts by this contributor How should startups work with city governments? The design and operation of cities is the province of urban planning. But an explosion of startups in cities means a lot […]

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Smart dresser helps dementia sufferers put their clothes on right

It goes without saying that getting dressed is one of the most critical steps in our daily routine. But long practice has made it second nature, and people suffering from dementia may lose that familiarity, making dressing a difficult and frustrating process. This smart dresser from NYU is meant to help them through the process while reducing the load on overworked caregivers.

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10 reasons NYU’s growing presence in Brooklyn makes it the best place to be for tech lovers and creatives

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Innovation and entrepreneurship are two of the most essential skill sets for today’s students. These skill sets are key in preparing them for their future careers, no matter the industry. 

NYU is harnessing the importance of technology and creativity, offering students a variety of programs and resources that will set them up for a successful future. Here are ten reasons why NYU in Brooklyn is leading the way in innovative education.

1. Brooklyn’s booming tech scene

In the last ten years, Brooklyn has gone from just another New York City borough to a bustling hub for entrepreneurship. The Brooklyn Tech Triangle — made up of Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard — is home to more than 1,350 innovative companies, making it the perfect place for cutting-edge research and education.   Read more…

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