Sweat-Proof ‘Smart Skin’ Takes Reliable Vitals

The design could lead to conformable wearable monitors to track skin cancer and other conditions.

Bruisable Artificial Skin Could Help Prosthetics Sense Injuries

An artificial skin attached to a person’s knee develops a purple “bruise” when hit forcefully.

Automation in Electronics Manufacturing Enables Better Patient Care

Automation removes the possibility of human error in high-precision or repetitive processes.

Hierarchical Surface Restructuring for Electrodes and Microelectrode Arrays

Pulse Technologies has developed a patented technology that uses ultrashort pulse lasers to restructure surfaces in electrode materials and implantables.

New Microchip Sensor Measures Stress Hormones from Drop of Blood

The use of nanosensors detects cortisol molecules directly.

Tiny Implant Cures Diabetes in Mice without Triggering Immune Response

Using a new minuscule device, researchers can implant insulin-secreting cells into diabetic mice

Inflatable, Shape-Changing Spinal Implants Could Help Treat Severe Pain

The device uses soft robotics, ultra-thin electronics, and microfluidics.

New Products and Services

Reference design kits, smart textiles, thermoplastic elastomers, and more.

Hearing Aids

This episode of our Tech Briefs podcast series Here’s an Idea™ explores a variety of new-and-improved hearing aids, from $5 “do-it-yourself” devices to advanced systems that monitor brain waves.

American PAPR Ramps Up PPE Production in Response to Biden Buy America Proposal

Personal protective equipment (PPE) manufacturer American PAPR LLC is ramping up manufacturing of respirators across its 17-state supply chain in answer the Biden...

Historical Devices

What major event in history was a catalyst for advancements in prosthetics?

Test Distinguishes SARS-CoV-2 from Other Coronaviruses

Biomedical engineers have demonstrated a tablet-sized device that can reliably detect multiple COVID-19 antibodies and biomarkers simultaneously. Initial results show the test can...

Wearable Sensor Offers Wide-Ranging Strain Sensitivity

Many bodily functions in humans are manifested by mechanical deformations to the skin, and these mechanical changes can be detected and monitored by measuring different levels of strain...

COVID-19 SCAN kit Provides Fast, Affordable Screening

To address the COVID-19 outbreaks that continue to skyrocket with new clusters in numerous dark red areas in many provinces across Thailand, a research team has developed an innovative...

Finger Wrap Powers Electronics While You Sleep

A wearable device turns the touch of a finger into a source of power for small electronics and sensors. Engineers have developed a thin, flexible strip that can be worn on a fingertip and...

Conductive Seams in Clothing Track Body Motion

When positioned strategically, garment seams sewn with conductive yarn can be used to accurately track body motion, according to computer scientists. Best of all, these charged seams are able...

New Face Mask Prototype Detects COVID-19 Infection

Engineers at MIT and Harvard University have designed a novel face mask that can diagnose the wearer with COVID-19 within about 90 minutes. The masks are embedded with tiny, disposable...

New Rapid Test Detects Coronavirus Infection in 10 Minutes

An antigen-based detection technique could be used to analyze as many as 500 samples per hour. In a recently completed study, the rapid test was able to diagnose a viral infection...

A $600 Medical Device Could Help Doctors Detect Throat Cancer

A team of researchers has developed a low-cost nasopharyngoscope for use in provincial and district hospitals in the Vietnam, where traditional scopes are cost prohibitive. These...

Product of the Month

Allied Motion has released a new guide to its custom motion control solutions for advanced medical robotics applications.

Advancements in Robotic Magnetic Navigation Technology Enhance Surgical Processes

See how robots are helping to treat cardiac arrhythmias.

Portable COVID Test Delivers Fast, Accurate Results

The single-chip system is a complete functioning electronic circuit.

Soft Sensing Device Detects Skin Disorders Based on Tissue Stiffness

The strain-sensing sheet detects disorders in real time.

Wearable Accelerometer Could Reduce Falls for Seniors

Worn on the fingertips like a thimble, the wearable helps reduce postural sway.

From the Editor - Medtronic’s Carol Malnati Talks about the Future of Remote Cardiac Device Monitoring

Malnati says COVID-19 has led to a wider variety of remote monitoring technology — from wearables to new smartphone apps.

Studying Shellfish Helps Develop New Adhesives

Chemists are studying shellfish to develop new, safer, and more sustainable adhesives for a variety of uses, including bandages and other medical applications.

System Prints Biological Tissue in 30 Seconds

A novel system can print biological tissue in just 30 seconds.

Neural Implant Monitors Multiple Brain Areas at Once, Provides New Neuroscience Insights

UC San Diego engineers wants to know: How do different parts of the brain communicate with each other during learning and memory formation?