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Soft Skin Patch Could Provide Early Warning for Strokes, Heart Attacks
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Briefs: Robotics, Automation & Control
Inflatable, Shape-Changing Spinal Implants Could Help Treat Severe Pain
The device uses soft robotics, ultra-thin electronics, and microfluidics.
Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
New Microchip Sensor Measures Stress Hormones from Drop of Blood
The use of nanosensors detects cortisol molecules directly.
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Automation in Electronics Manufacturing Enables Better Patient Care
Automation removes the possibility of human error in high-precision or repetitive processes.
Briefs: Semiconductors & ICs
Sweat-Proof ‘Smart Skin’ Takes Reliable Vitals
The design could lead to conformable wearable monitors to track skin cancer and other conditions.
Briefs: Medical
Technology Restores Sense of Touch in Nerves Damaged as a Result of Injury
A tiny sensor is implanted in the nerve of the injured limb.
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Future Washable Smart Clothes Powered by Wi-Fi Will Monitor Health
A flexible, silk-based coil is sewn on the textile.
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Optical Lens Design Considerations for Cell Imaging in Microscopy
Understanding application, use case, and image resolution are key.
Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
A Versatile Tool for CNC Machining of Medical Devices
Flexible hones enable machining of complex parts with cross-drilled holes.
Briefs: Materials
3D Printing Technique Creates Intricate Medical Implants
The biomedical structures advance the development of new technologies for regrowing bones and tissue.
Briefs: AR/AI
Moving One Step Closer to Personalized Anesthesia
The device continuously measures the blood concentration of propofol.
Briefs: Semiconductors & ICs
Tiny, Wireless, Injectable Chips Use Ultrasound to Monitor Body Processes
The single-chip system is a complete functioning electronic circuit.
Briefs: Wearables
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?
Briefs: Wearables
Wearable Accelerometer Could Reduce Falls for Seniors
Worn on the fingertips like a thimble, the wearable helps reduce postural sway.
Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Soft Sensing Device Detects Skin Disorders Based on Tissue Stiffness
The strain-sensing sheet detects disorders in real time.
Briefs: Medical
Portable COVID Test Delivers Fast, Accurate Results
The single-chip system is a complete functioning electronic circuit.
Briefs: Materials
Surgical Sutures Inspired by Human Tendons
Next-generation sutures can deliver drugs, prevent infections, and monitor wounds.
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Tiny Implantable Tool for Light-Sheet Imaging of Brain Activity
The tool shows promise for imaging brain activity in 3D with high speed and contrast.
Briefs: Materials
Cohesive Circuit Protection for Wearable Electronics
The cellulose nanofiber coating counters bending damage and retains electrode function under water.
Briefs: Medical
E-Health Patches Monitor Pulse and Blood Pressure
The wireless patches power themselves with harvested energy.
Briefs: Nanotechnology
Exosome-Coated Stent Heals Vascular Injury, Repairs Damaged Tissue
The stent delivers regenerative stem cell-derived therapy to blood-starved tissue.
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Tiny Wireless Implant Detects Oxygen Deep Within the Body
The implant provides real-time measurements of tissue oxygen levels.
Briefs: Wearables
Conductive Cellulose Thread Shows Promise for Healthcare Applications
The thermoelectric textile produces a small amount of electricity when heated on one side.
Briefs: AR/AI
Immersive Mixed Reality: Moving Automation Technologies to the Cloud
See how immersive mixed reality has helped medtech manufacturers maintain factory output despite the challenges posed by COVID-19.
Briefs: Design
Study Proposes Low-Cost, High-Efficiency Mask Design
Modifications to existing N95 masks improve their reusability.
Briefs: Wearables
Color Blindness-Correcting Contact Lenses
Infused lenses create a safer way to see colors.
Briefs: Wearables
Affordable Smart Patches Capture Multiple Vital Functions
Patches with wireless sensors monitor vitals without interruption.
Briefs: Motion Control
Micromotor Winding Technology Uses AI to Improve Motor Performance
Achievable coils increase the capabilities of the micromotors.
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: Materials
Origami-Inspired Medical Patch Seals Internal Injuries
The patch can be folded around surgical tools.

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