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R&D: Medical
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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R&D: Medical
A suite of diverse, multifunctional DNA nanotechnological tools offers unique capabilities.
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Features: Medical
Early indicators suggest that there are significant mood improvements that assist in the quality of life for the patients testing the devices.
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Features: Medical
The SLG47004 can be used as a cost-effective integrated solution for the analog front-end of an ECG monitor.
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Technology Leaders: Materials
The need for innovations like multi-filar cables and multi-channel transmission cables has become more important than ever.
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Features: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Learn how a dedicated team of experts at a rapid development center (RDC) can improve the design process.
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R&D: Electronics & Computers
A single-use sensor strip can be used with a circuit board.
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R&D: Wearables
A polymer fiber mat is activated by heat to release drugs.
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R&D: AR/AI
An artificial intelligence (AI) platform analyzes potentially cancerous lesions in mammography scans to determine whether a patient should receive an invasive biopsy. But unlike its many...
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
A new mask sends an alert to the wearer via their smartphone when the recommended healthy CO2 limits inside the facemask are exceeded.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
A prototype “breathalyzer” accurately diagnoses COVID-19, even in asymptomatic individuals, in less than 5 minutes.
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Briefs: Wearables
The software accurately detects movements performed during motor function assessments.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
The novel device uses two photoplethysmography (PPG) sensors.
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Briefs: Medical
The endoscope fits inside a fallopian tube and sees below the surface with high resolution.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
The vibrating device uses bone-conducted sounds to achieve better results.
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Briefs: Materials
The self-powered sensor can be integrated into soft robots or smart clothing.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
The twins enable comparison of the effects of different surgical interventions in a patient-specific manner.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
The material is optically transparent and easily manipulated.
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Global Innovations: Green Design & Manufacturing
A team has successfully developed a method for disinfecting PPE so it can be reused or safely recycled.
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Features: Packaging & Sterilization
See how components suppliers can help therapeutic manufacturers choose the right material for the right application.
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Technology Leaders: Regulations/Standards
Modern evaluation of biocompatibility uses a risk-based approach.
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Applications: Wearables
A preconfigured starter saves time when you develop a medical vision system.
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Features: Wearables
Going into 2022, remote monitoring, wearables, sensors, and other "mHealth" products are taking center stage.
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R&D: Medical
A new technology offers a needle-free, painless and easy-to-use method for collecting blood samples.
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R&D: AR/AI
The research tackles long-unsolvable problems in biological systems at the cellular level.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Skin-sensing wearables coat copper nanowires with graphene oxide.
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R&D: Medical
Researchers have developed a lighter, yet more robust knee brace for the elderly who suffer from knee problems.
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R&D: Materials
Researchers are working on a coating that mimics bone tissue.
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R&D: Medical
A new robotic hand grasps a wide variety of items, including raw eggs.
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Ask the Expert

Eric Dietsch on the Benefits of Nitinol Wire
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In collaboration with the Fort Wayne Metals Engineering team, Eric Dietsch focuses on supporting customers with material recommendations, product development, and education. Eric is available to help you and your company with any Nitinol-related questions or needs that you may have.

Inside Story

Inside Story: Validating Your Sterilization Process
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To find out more about sterile product development and registration, MDB recently spoke with Elizabeth Sydnor, Director of Microbiology of Eurofins Medical Device Testing (Lancaster, PA). Read the interview.

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