Disposables Drive the Rise of Bioplastics in the Healthcare Industry

R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition

Low-Voltage, Low-Power Pressure Sensors Monitor Health

Ionic hydrogels with tiny pyramidal microstructures help to increase the pressure sensitivity that can be measured.

R&D: Nanotechnology

Microcomb Could Detect Diseases

Tiny photonic devices could be used to monitor a person’s health.

R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition

Biosensor Measures Extracellular Hydrogen Peroxide

Researchers have developed a sensor for measuring concentrations of hydrogen peroxide in the vicinity of cell membranes, with nanometer-resolution.

R&D: AR/AI

Artificial Pancreas System Upgraded with AI Algorithm

A new reinforcement learning (RL) based artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm calculates the amount of insulin needed for a diabetic patient and injects it automatically.

R&D: Wearables

Wearable Sensor Measures Lactate Concentration in Real Time

Researchers have developed a soft and nonirritating microfluidic sensor for the real-time measurement of lactate concentration in sweat.

News: Design

EDGe Surgical Granted U.S. Patent for Next-Generation Spine Device

EDGe Surgical, Inc., a company focused on developing and manufacturing smart orthopedic and spine surgical instruments, has been granted patent 10,912,483 titled “Handheld...

INSIDER: Electronics & Computers

Stretchable, Wireless Antennas Improve Function of Wearables

Researchers are developing devices to explore the possibilities of wearable, flexible antennas. The team found that changing the geometry of the antenna changes its...

INSIDER: Medical

Centrifugal Multispun Nanofibers Put a New Spin on COVID-19 Masks

Researchers have developed a novel nanofiber production technique called centrifugal multispinning that will open the door for the safe and cost-effective mass production...

INSIDER: Medical

Diagnostic Test Detects the COVID Virus Even When It Mutates

A diagnostic test can detect the virus that causes COVID-19 even after it has gone through mutations. Called the VaNGuard (Variant Nucleotide Guard) test, it makes use of a...

INSIDER: Medical

Fast, Portable Test Can Diagnose COVID-19 and Track Variants

A new viral screening test diagnoses COVID-19 in a matter of minutes with a portable, pocket-sized machine. It also simultaneously tests for other viruses — like influenza...

News: Materials

Mactac Acquires Duramark Products Inc., Formerly Ritrama USA

Mactac^®, a LINTEC Company, has acquired Duramark Products Inc., previously known as Ritrama USA. The acquisition consists of the company’s Minneapolis, MN, and Moore,...

Products: Electronics & Computers

Product of the Month: April 2021 Medical Design Briefs

This Arm-based architecture is dedicated to high-performance embedded computing applications.

Features: Design

Show Preview: Evolving to MedDev 2021

The "Evolving To MedDev" 2021 digital event will provide automotive and aerospace companies with practical information about how they can enter into the medical device supply chain.

Features: AR/AI

Automating Orthopedic Revision Planning

See how A.I.-based machine learning supports orthopedic revision surgeries.

Features: Test & Measurement

Testing Strategies for EUA Devices

While many devices have received Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for short-term use, new testing procedures are needed for the long-term.

Products: Communications

New Products & Services: April 2021 Medical Design Briefs

Embedded antennas, fume hoods, computing nodes, and more.

Products: Mechanical & Fluid Systems

Product Focus: Laser Machining/Marking 2021

Laser systems, engraving machines, flux-core wires, and more.

Briefs: Medical

Origami-Inspired Medical Patch Seals Internal Injuries

The patch can be folded around surgical tools.

Briefs: Medical

Surface Waves Help Nanostructured Devices Keep Cool

The surface waves provide a thermal transport solution.

Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition

Wearable Device Monitors Jaundice-Causing Bilirubin and Vitals in Newborns

Device detects pulse rate and blood oxygen saturation in real time.

Briefs: Wearables

Silicone Membrane for Wearable Devices Is Comfortable and Breathable

The membrane wicks water away from the skin.

Briefs: Materials

4D Bioengineering Materials Bend, Curve Like Natural Tissue

The materials change shape over time in response to stimuli.