Keyword: Biological sciences

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Briefs: Test & Measurement
JILA Comb Breathalyzer Now More Sensitive to Disease Biomarkers
The sensitivity of the decade-old frequency comb breathalyzer now detects four additional biomarkers.
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Microneedle Patch Delivers COVID-19 DNA Vaccine
The patch can be stored for 30 days at room temperature.
R&D: Materials
Liquid Metal Coating Creates Antimicrobial Fabric
A team used liquid gallium to test an antiviral and antimicrobial on a range of fabrics, including facemasks.
Briefs: Materials
Antimicrobial Coating for Orthopedic Implants Prevents Dangerous Infections
The coating is customizable to individuals and requires less than 10 minutes to prepare and use.
Features: Data Acquisition
FDA’s Modernization Plans Gain Momentum in Expediting Healthcare Innovation
The FDA will focus on data management and digitizing healthcare.
Briefs: Medical
First Steerable Catheter Developed for Brain Surgery
The device was inspired by nature, specifically insect legs and flagella.
Global Innovations: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Tiny Biosupercapacitor Provides Energy for Biomedical Applications

The miniaturization of microelectronic sensor technology, microelectronic robots, and intravascular implants is progressing rapidly. However, it also poses major challenges...

Features: Wearables
Show Preview: Medical Wearables for Biosensors
See what's happening at the Designing Biosensors for Medical Wearables Conference.
R&D: Materials
Coating Releases Antimicrobial Peptides
A coating can be applied to endotracheal tubes and release antimicrobial peptides that target infectious bacteria with specificity.
Features: Sensors/Data Acquisition
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.
Global Innovations: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Graphene-Based Sensor Technology for Wearable Medical Devices Offers Sensitivity, Flexibility
A next-gen sensor uses an innovative material called G-Putty.
Features: Test & Measurement
Scaling Single-Use Liquid Dispensing from R&D to Automated Production
A growing number of companies are turning to sterile, single-use, closed liquid dispensing systems and kits.
R&D: Materials
Antimicrobial Surface Reduces Bacteria Buildup on Medical Instruments
Researchers have engineered new antimicrobial surfaces that can significantly reduce the formation of bacteria on medical instruments, such as urinary catheters, and reduce the risk of patient infection while in hospital.
R&D: Manufacturing & Prototyping
System Prints Biological Tissue in 30 Seconds
A novel system can print biological tissue in just 30 seconds.
R&D: Green Design & Manufacturing
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.
R&D: Packaging & Sterilization
Bioactive Implant Coatings Resistant to Most Bacterial Strains
The coatings prevent inflammation or implant rejection.
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.
Technology Leaders: Materials
Careful Selection of Seal Material Essential to Ensure Reliable Operations
Learn how sealing materials have been developed to meet the most stringent needs in life sciences applications.
Briefs: Medical
Molding: Comparing Liquid Silicone Rubber and High Consistency Rubber for Medical Applications
Medical device OEMs often face a tough decision: Use HCR or LSR for medical device component manufacturing?
Briefs: Wearables
Silicone Membrane for Wearable Devices Is Comfortable and Breathable
The membrane wicks water away from the skin.
Briefs: Medical
4D Bioengineering Materials Bend, Curve Like Natural Tissue
The materials change shape over time in response to stimuli.
Briefs: Medical
Keys to a Successful Life Sciences ERP Implementation
A phased approach helps maximize return on investment.
Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Deciphering Medical Risk with High-Performance Computing
Specialized computational algorithms provide for highly efficient DNA sequence analysis.
R&D: Test & Measurement
Nanothermometers Improve Temperature Imaging
NIST researchers are in the early stages of a massive undertaking to design and build a fleet of tiny ultra-sensitive thermometers.
R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Spiderwebs Inspire 3D Photodectors
Researchers used some architectural features from spiderwebs to develop 3D photodetectors for biomedical imaging.
R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Contact Lenses for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Use
By collecting tears, the lenses effectively measure pH and levels of biomarkers.
R&D: Electronics & Computers
Plant-Based Thermotherapy Patch
A biodegradable, transparent, flexible and fast-acting thermo-therapy patch from plant leaves is compatible with flexible electronic applications.
R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Wearable Pressure-Sensitive Devices
A gelatin-based hydrogel addresses the problems presented in constructing wearable pressure-sensitive sensors.
Global Innovations: Materials
Diamond-Studded Silk Wound Dressing Detects Infection and Improves Healing
Smart dressings made of silk and nanodiamonds effectively sensed wound temperature.

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