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Briefs: Medical
Wearable Accelerometer Could Reduce Falls for Seniors
Worn on the fingertips like a thimble, the wearable helps reduce postural sway.
Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Soft Sensing Device Detects Skin Disorders Based on Tissue Stiffness
The strain-sensing sheet detects disorders in real time.
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Portable COVID Test Delivers Fast, Accurate Results
The single-chip system is a complete functioning electronic circuit.
Briefs: Packaging & Sterilization
Surgical Sutures Inspired by Human Tendons
Next-generation sutures can deliver drugs, prevent infections, and monitor wounds.
Briefs: Medical
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: Electronics & Computers
Cohesive Circuit Protection for Wearable Electronics
The cellulose nanofiber coating counters bending damage and retains electrode function under water.
Briefs: Energy
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: Medical
Tiny Wireless Implant Detects Oxygen Deep Within the Body
The implant provides real-time measurements of tissue oxygen levels.
Briefs: Medical
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: Medical
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: Medical
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: Tubing & Extrusion
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: Imaging
Origami-Inspired Medical Patch Seals Internal Injuries
The patch can be folded around surgical tools.
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Surface Waves Help Nanostructured Devices Keep Cool
The surface waves provide a thermal transport solution.
Briefs: Test & Measurement
Wearable Device Monitors Jaundice-Causing Bilirubin and Vitals in Newborns
Device detects pulse rate and blood oxygen saturation in real time.
Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
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: FDA/Regulatory
PAs and NPs: How OEMs Can Reach This Critical Audience During the Pandemic
Regulatory changes have allowed these essential healthcare professionals to step in and help out more independently.
Briefs: Medical
Keys to a Successful Life Sciences ERP Implementation
A phased approach helps maximize return on investment.
Briefs: Materials
Post-Surgical Patch Releases Non-Opioid Painkiller Directly to the Wound
New polymer promises localized pain control for critical first four days.
Briefs: Data Acquisition
Deciphering Medical Risk with High-Performance Computing
Specialized computational algorithms provide for highly efficient DNA sequence analysis.
Briefs: Connectivity
The Challenges of Handheld and Wearable Medical Device Batteries
Batteries must meet high power capacity, small physical size, and reliability requirements.
Briefs: Materials
New Biomaterials Can Be ‘Fine-Tuned’ for Medical Applications
The materials are suitable for use in soft tissue repair or flexible bioelectronics.
Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Wearable Electronics for Continuous Cardiac, Respiratory Monitoring
The small sensor allows detection of subtle movements.
Briefs: Medical
Stretchable Micro-Supercapacitors to Self-Power Wearable Devices
The system harvests energy from human breathing and motion.

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