German man third to be completely cured of HIV after stem cell transplant

A 53-year-old from Düsseldorf in Germany has followed the "Berlin" and "London" patients, becoming the third person in the world to be completely cured of HIV following a stem cell transplant using donor cells with a particular genetic mutation.

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Hydrapak’s collapsible bottle collects and filters water on the move

Hydrapak's new Flux+ packs water filtration capability into one of the most portable collapsible bottles out there. It carries 1.5 L of water into the wild, refills and filters from natural sources, and packs tiny when it's not in use.

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Biomarker identified that helps diagnose cause of cognitive decline

It is difficult to determine whether cognitive decline is caused by vascular problems or dementia. New research has now identified a biomarker associated with the vascular causes of cognitive impairment that may assist with differentiating the two.

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Genetic link between migraine and blood sugar levels confirmed

It’s long been thought that migraine and blood sugar level issues have been related, but now scientists have identified that they're genetically linked, opening the door for novel therapies and even prevention strategies for sufferers.

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SuperTourer composite truck camper looks to outmaneuver adventure vans

Enduro Campers is pitting its composite pop-top truck camper against the off-road adventure camper van market. The SuperTourer camper uses ultralight composite construction to allow the base truck's true rugged, off-road-savvy nature to shine through.

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Sensitive electronic skin sends touches back and forth between wearers

Last year we heard about an "electronic skin" developed at City University of Hong Kong, which delivers tactile sensations to wearers. The university has now gone one better, with an e-skin that both senses and reproduces users' touches.

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Liquid-pumping heart replicas could lead to better cardiac treatments

Before operating on someone, it would be very helpful if cardiac surgeons could examine a physical model of that specific individual's heart. Well, they should soon be able to do so – and the model will actually pump liquid, just like the real thing.

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Ride1Up Turris treats ebike adventurers to a comfort-focused ride

Ride1Up has followed last month's dip into moto-inspired ebiking with a touring-capable Class 3 commuter called the Turris, a "starter ebike" designed with comfort in mind that sports lockout front suspension, fat tires, a gel saddle and ergo grips.

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