Design & Testing

Learn what's trending in medical device testing and design. Explore the latest medical products, applications, and technical briefs covering simulation & design software; advanced measuring instruments; and monitoring systems, devices, and instrumentation.

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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Bruisable Artificial Skin Could Help Prosthetics Sense Injuries
An artificial skin attached to a person’s knee develops a purple “bruise” when hit forcefully.
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R&D: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Tiny Implant Cures Diabetes in Mice without Triggering Immune Response
Using a new minuscule device, researchers can implant insulin-secreting cells into diabetic mice
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Trivia: Medical
Historical Devices
What major event in history was a catalyst for advancements in prosthetics?
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INSIDER: Medical
Test Distinguishes SARS-CoV-2 from Other Coronaviruses
Biomedical engineers have demonstrated a tablet-sized device that can reliably detect multiple COVID-19 antibodies and biomarkers simultaneously. Initial results show the test can...
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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: Medical
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: 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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R&D: Electronics & Computers
All-in-One Device Uses Microwave Power
An innovative system may provide a new option to use directed energy for biomedical applications.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Moving One Step Closer to Personalized Anesthesia
The device continuously measures the blood concentration of propofol.
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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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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.
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R&D: Test & Measurement
Sensor Tracks Stress Hormone in Real Time
A prototype of a fluorescence-based sensor provides continuous detection of cortisol concentrations in real time.
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Features: Medical
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.
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Global Innovations: Nanotechnology
Graphene-Based Sensor Technology for Wearable Medical Devices Offers Sensitivity, Flexibility
A next-gen sensor uses an innovative material called G-Putty.
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Products: Photonics/Optics
New Products and Services
EMI filters, plastic optic fibers, power modules, and more.
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Supplements: Imaging
Summer 2021 Resource Guide
Our 2021 Resource Guide shows you the top manufacturers in materials, manufacturing, and a range of other medical-device categories.
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Global Innovations: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Gold Nanoparticles Enable Long-Term Implantable Sensor ‘Tattoo’
The nanogold is implanted under the skin where it reports changes in drug concentrations by changing its color.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Tiny Wireless Implant Detects Oxygen Deep Within the Body
The implant provides real-time measurements of tissue oxygen levels.
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R&D: Wearables
Algorithms, Wearables Help Monitor Parkinson’s
Scientists have developed algorithms that, combined with wearable sensors, could help clinicians to monitor the progression of Parkinson’s disease.
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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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Features: Connectivity
Next-Gen POC Diagnostics: Electronic Measurement Technology Driven by Global Demand for COVID-19 Testing
Many new companies entering the market are planning a diagnostic roadmap of capabilities beyond their entry point of COVID-19 testing.
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R&D: Materials
Bioactive Implant Coatings Resistant to Most Bacterial Strains
The coatings prevent inflammation or implant rejection.
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From the Editor: Test & Measurement
From the Editor - New Innovative Technologies Continue to Emerge in the Fight Against COVID-19
"BlowFISH" is changing the future of the healthcare landscape, providing diagnosis faster and with more accuracy than ever before.
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Features: Materials
Impact-Modified Acrylic Copolymers: Evaluating Chemical Resistance
Learn the key parameters for evaluating the chemical resistance of your materials.
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Briefs: Imaging
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: Medical
Surgical Sutures Inspired by Human Tendons
Next-generation sutures can deliver drugs, prevent infections, and monitor wounds.
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Products: Imaging
New Products and Services
Medical connectors, servo positioners, SMT jumpers, and more.
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Products: Software
New Products & Services
Barcode readers, risk-management software, servo drives, and more.
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R&D: AR/AI
Artificial Pancreas System Upgraded with AI Algorithm
A new reinforcement learning (RL) based artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm calculates the amount of insulin needed for a diabetic patient and injects it automatically.
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Top Stories

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INSIDER: Medical

Tiny Sensor Could Transform Head Injury Detection

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News: Robotics, Automation & Control

Quantum Surgical Acquires NeuWave Medical, Inc.

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Briefs: Medical

Shrinking Materials Hold Big Potential for Smart Devices

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Podcasts: Design

Surgical & Assistive Robotics: Redefining Human Capability

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INSIDER: Software

MD&M West Presentation: How Intelligent Product Lifecycle Management...

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Products: Materials

Product of the Month

Ask the Expert

Dan Sanchez on How to Improve Extruded Components
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Improving extruded components requires careful attention to a number of factors, including dimensional tolerance, material selection, and processing. Trelleborg’s Dan Sanchez provides detailed insights into each of these considerations to help you advance your device innovations while reducing costs and speeding time to market.

Webcasts

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Podcasts: Robotics, Automation & Control

The Hidden Nervous System of Surgical Robotics: Power, Data & Sensing Behind...

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Podcasts: Robotics, Automation & Control

Surgical & Assistive Robotics: Redefining Human Capability

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Podcasts: Design

How Wearables Are Enhancing Smart Drug Delivery

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Podcasts: Medical

Developing Sustainable Drug-Delivery Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

Smarter Pathways for Precision Drug Delivery in Cancer Care

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On-Demand Webinars: Medical

Understanding Testing and Compliance Requirements for Wireless Medical Devices

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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