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INSIDER: Medical
Nanotech-Based Optical Sensor Improves COVID-19 Detection
Researchers have developed a rapid test for COVID-19 using nanotechnology-based optical sensors. The sensor has high sensitivity and specificity to the spike protein RBD of...
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INSIDER: Medical
Bio-inspired Technology Could Lead to Bionic Eye
A new design for eye and brain implants draws its inspiration from nature. Researchers have grown rodent retinal neurons on a fractal-patterned electrode, one that mimics the repeating...
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INSIDER: Materials
MD&M West Keynote: Biomedical Materials Innovation
The three-legged stool of medical device innovation requires great technical capability, of course, but also a deep understanding of the related medicine (anatomy, pathology, procedural...
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INSIDER: Medical
Battle of the Brick Bots at MD&M West
Put your brick-building skills to the test at MD&M West as you design and construct robots with movable parts to battle it out in the arena. The last bot standing wins. Hosted by master builder...
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INSIDER: AR/AI
MD&M Session to Focus on Blockchain, the Metaverse & Medtech
The healthcare sector globally is under increasing pressure due to the explosive growth of data in the form of electronic health records, clinical trials, mobile apps, wearables,...
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Special Reports: Robotics, Automation & Control
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Medical Robotics - April 2022
Novel biosensors set to revolutionize brain-controlled robotics...micro-robots propelled by air bubbles...a smart artificial hand...major advances in exoskeleton technology. These are just a few of the medical...

Products: Medical
Product of the Month
Zeus, Orangeburg, SC, has launched a multi-lumen tubing to help simplify steerable catheter construction.
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Features: Regulations/Standards
Exploring Valve Technology Requirements Under the New MDR
Although the pandemic has delayed the MDR’s validation date, it has not diminished the importance of this new regulation.
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Global Innovations: Medical
Biosensor Monitors Disease Severity
Hokkaido University scientists and colleagues have designed a prototype biosensor that detects levels of ATP and lactates in a patient’s blood.
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Products: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Product Focus: Laser Machining/Marking
Weld monitors, fiber markers, new cleanrooms, and more
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Products: Sensors/Data Acquisition
New Products: Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West
Surgical Motors Portescap, Morristown, NJ, offers surgical motors that are designed to withstand 3,000+ autoclave cycles. The motors and controllers include the CNT1530 sterilizable...
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Briefs: Materials
Quiet Gears Improve Patient Comfort and Imaging Quality in Medical Equipment
The polymer gear material reduces noise and absorbs shock and vibration.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
‘Seeing’ Nonuniformities in 2D Materials May Lead to New Medical Sensors
Detecting nonuniformities in optical properties opens the door to new uses
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Briefs: Wearables
Researchers Develop Ultrathin Films for Stretchable and Sturdy Bioelectronic Membranes
The highly adaptable materials could lead to new classes of wearable devices.
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Briefs: AR/AI
Implant Offers Promise for the Paralyzed
A system enables patients with a complete spinal cord injury to stand, walk, and more.
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Briefs: Medical
Optimizing Illumination for qPCR Diagnostics — Design Considerations
A complete optical path minimizes signal crosstalk between detection channels.
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R&D: Nanotechnology
DNA Nanotechnology Tools Help Develop New Therapies
A suite of diverse, multifunctional DNA nanotechnological tools offers unique capabilities.
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R&D: Test & Measurement
Tiny Thermometer Measures Temperature in Nanopores
A thermometer directly monitors temperature changes when ions pass through a nanopore.
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R&D: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Microparticles Pave Way for Microfluidic Devices
The research offers potential inspiration for microfluidic pumps that allow the controlled flow of liquids.
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R&D: Medical
New Thermofluidic Improves Lab-On-a-Chip Applications
Researchers have succeeded in moving tiny amounts of liquid at will by remotely heating water over a metal film with a laser.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
E-Nose Could Diagnose Parkinson’s
Researchers have developed a portable, artificially intelligent olfactory system.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Low-Cost, 3D Printed Device May Broaden Ultrasound Use
Researchers have developed a low-cost, highly precise focused ultrasound (FUS) device that can be used on small animal models in preclinical research.
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From the Editor: Robotics, Automation & Control
From the Editor— 2021: Medtech’s ‘Strongest Year Ever’ for VC Financing
2021 definitely hinted at a successful future for medtech, says MDB Editor Sherrie Trigg.
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Features: Packaging & Sterilization
MD&M West Show Preview
From 3D printing and biomaterials to robotics and digital health, MD&M West is the largest medtech expo for suppliers and buyers.
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Features: Imaging
Achieving High-Speed Real-Time Image Cytometry
Real-time imaging at high speeds faces three primary challenges.
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INSIDER: AR/AI
MD&M West Keynote: The Science of Predictive Healthcare
Predictive medicine has its roots in early warning systems and diagnostic early detection. Prognostic devices are a new genre of diagnostic devices that not only detect and diagnose...
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INSIDER: Manufacturing & Prototyping
MD&M West Session Highlights AI’s Role in Smart Manufacturing
With the smart manufacturing sector poised to reach nearly $590 billion by 2028 as automation and advanced technology propel the marketplace, the industry is ready to meet...
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INSIDER: Medical
MD&M Sessions: From 3D Printing, Biomaterials to Robotics, Digital Health
The medtech field is undergoing another year of volatility as challenges born during the pandemic persist. Yet, the industry is seeing an infusion of innovation, new...
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Top Stories

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INSIDER: Medical

Brain Implant Enables Safer Drug Delivery

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INSIDER: Sensors/Data Acquisition

Pill-Sized Bioprinter Can Be Guided to Disease Site

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Products: Wearables

2025 Product of the Year

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INSIDER: Medical

Wireless Patch Enables Early Cancer Detection

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INSIDER: Medical

Boston Scientific to Acquire Nalu Medical, Inc.

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Features: Wearables

The Promise and Challenge of On-Body Biosensors: A Perspective on Clinical...

Ask the Expert

Ralph Bright on the Power of Power Cords
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Understanding power system components and how to connect them correctly is critical to meeting regulatory requirements and designing successful electrical products for worldwide markets. Interpower’s Ralph Bright defines these requirements and explains how to know which cord to select for your application.

Webcasts

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Podcasts: Design

Developing Sustainable Drug-Delivery Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

Smarter Pathways for Precision Drug Delivery in Cancer Care

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On-Demand Webinars: Connectivity

Understanding Testing and Compliance Requirements for Wireless Medical Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

Personalized Medicine and Drug Delivery

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Podcasts: Manufacturing & Prototyping

Material Science Innovations for Medical Devices

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Podcasts: AR/AI

Automation, Robotics, and AI Integration in Medical Manufacturing

Inside Story

Inside Story: Trends in Packaging and Sterilization
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Eurofins Medical Device Testing (MDT) provides a full scope of testing services. In this interview, Eurofins’ experts, Sunny Modi, PhD, Director of Package Testing; and Elizabeth Sydnor, Director of Microbiology; answer common questions on medical device packaging and sterilization.

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