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Briefs: Medical
Bioprinted 3D Cardiac Patches Could Reverse Scar Formation After Heart Attacks
The system promotes myocardial regeneration after a cardiac event.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Optical Device Offers Improved Thyroid Cancer Screening
The device combines near infrared light, time resolved spectroscopy, and diffuse correlation spectroscopy.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Soft Skin Patch Could Provide Early Warning for Strokes, Heart Attacks
The patch uses ultrasound to monitor blood flow to organs.
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Briefs: Design
Mastering the UKCA Compliance Challenge
Deadlines are approaching for compliance.
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Briefs: Nanotechnology
Inflatable, Shape-Changing Spinal Implants Could Help Treat Severe Pain
The device uses soft robotics, ultra-thin electronics, and microfluidics.
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Briefs: Medical
Optical Lens Design Considerations for Cell Imaging in Microscopy
Understanding application, use case, and image resolution are key.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
New Microchip Sensor Measures Stress Hormones from Drop of Blood
The use of nanosensors detects cortisol molecules directly.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Automation in Electronics Manufacturing Enables Better Patient Care
Automation removes the possibility of human error in high-precision or repetitive processes.
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Briefs: Materials
Sweat-Proof ‘Smart Skin’ Takes Reliable Vitals
The design could lead to conformable wearable monitors to track skin cancer and other conditions.
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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.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Future Washable Smart Clothes Powered by Wi-Fi Will Monitor Health
A flexible, silk-based coil is sewn on the textile.
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Briefs: Materials
A Versatile Tool for CNC Machining of Medical Devices
Flexible hones enable machining of complex parts with cross-drilled holes.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
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?
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
3D Printing Technique Creates Intricate Medical Implants
The biomedical structures advance the development of new technologies for regrowing bones and tissue.
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Briefs: Test & Measurement
Moving One Step Closer to Personalized Anesthesia
The device continuously measures the blood concentration of propofol.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Tiny, Wireless, Injectable Chips Use Ultrasound to Monitor Body Processes
The single-chip system is a complete functioning electronic circuit.
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Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Wearable Accelerometer Could Reduce Falls for Seniors
Worn on the fingertips like a thimble, the wearable helps reduce postural sway.
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Briefs: Wearables
Soft Sensing Device Detects Skin Disorders Based on Tissue Stiffness
The strain-sensing sheet detects disorders in real time.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Portable COVID Test Delivers Fast, Accurate Results
The single-chip system is a complete functioning electronic circuit.
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Briefs: Packaging & Sterilization
Surgical Sutures Inspired by Human Tendons
Next-generation sutures can deliver drugs, prevent infections, and monitor wounds.
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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.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Cohesive Circuit Protection for Wearable Electronics
The cellulose nanofiber coating counters bending damage and retains electrode function under water.
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Briefs: Energy
E-Health Patches Monitor Pulse and Blood Pressure
The wireless patches power themselves with harvested energy.
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Briefs: Test & Measurement
Exosome-Coated Stent Heals Vascular Injury, Repairs Damaged Tissue
The stent delivers regenerative stem cell-derived therapy to blood-starved tissue.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Tiny Wireless Implant Detects Oxygen Deep Within the Body
The implant provides real-time measurements of tissue oxygen levels.
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Briefs: Materials
Conductive Cellulose Thread Shows Promise for Healthcare Applications
The thermoelectric textile produces a small amount of electricity when heated on one side.
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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.
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Briefs: Medical
Study Proposes Low-Cost, High-Efficiency Mask Design
Modifications to existing N95 masks improve their reusability.
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Briefs: Medical
Color Blindness-Correcting Contact Lenses
Infused lenses create a safer way to see colors.
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INSIDER: Medical

Brain Implant Enables Safer Drug Delivery

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INSIDER: Wearables

Wireless Patch Enables Early Cancer Detection

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Products: Medical

2025 Product of the Year

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INSIDER: Medical

Boston Scientific to Acquire Nalu Medical, Inc.

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Podcasts: Medical

Material Science Innovations for Medical Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

Automation, Robotics, and AI Integration in Medical Manufacturing

Ask the Expert

Ralph Bright on the Power of Power Cords
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Understanding power system components and how to connect them correctly is critical to meeting regulatory requirements and designing successful electrical products for worldwide markets. Interpower’s Ralph Bright defines these requirements and explains how to know which cord to select for your application.

Webcasts

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Podcasts: Design

Developing Sustainable Drug-Delivery Devices

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Podcasts: Design

Smarter Pathways for Precision Drug Delivery in Cancer Care

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On-Demand Webinars: Communications

Understanding Testing and Compliance Requirements for Wireless Medical Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

Personalized Medicine and Drug Delivery

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Podcasts: Green Design & Manufacturing

Material Science Innovations for Medical Devices

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Podcasts: AR/AI

Automation, Robotics, and AI Integration in Medical Manufacturing

Inside Story

Inside Story: Trends in Packaging and Sterilization
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Eurofins Medical Device Testing (MDT) provides a full scope of testing services. In this interview, Eurofins’ experts, Sunny Modi, PhD, Director of Package Testing; and Elizabeth Sydnor, Director of Microbiology; answer common questions on medical device packaging and sterilization.

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