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Optics/​Photonics

Medical optics and photonics technologies support lab diagnostics, X-ray imaging, ophthalmic lasers, and a variety of other essential devices. Read the latest news and expert advice about medical optics and photonics companies, industries, and research labs.

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R&D: Materials
System Prints Biological Tissue in 30 Seconds
A novel system can print biological tissue in just 30 seconds.
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Products: Robotics, Automation & Control
Product Focus (July 2021): Molding
CT software, electric robot, molding material, and more.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
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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Products: Photonics/Optics
New Products and Services
EMI filters, plastic optic fibers, power modules, and more.
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Features: Electronics & Computers
Maintaining Quality in Medical Imaging Applications: Considerations for Capacitor Selection
Before you select RF components for an MRI machine, make sure you first understand the basic physics of the technology.
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Supplements: Tubing & Extrusion
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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Briefs: Medical
Tiny Wireless Implant Detects Oxygen Deep Within the Body
The implant provides real-time measurements of tissue oxygen levels.
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Features: Sensors/Data Acquisition
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: Medical
Ultra-Sensitive, Small Optomechanical Ultrasound Sensor
An optomechanical ultrasound sensor on a silicon photonic chip provides unprecedented sensitivity due to an innovative optomechanical waveguide.
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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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Products: Imaging
New Products and Services
Medical connectors, servo positioners, SMT jumpers, and more.
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Products: Electronics & Computers
New Products & Services
Barcode readers, risk-management software, servo drives, and more.
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R&D: Photonics/Optics
Microcomb Could Detect Diseases
Tiny photonic devices could be used to monitor a person’s health.
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Global Innovations: Energy
Wireless Retinal Implant Restores Visual Field for the Blind
EPFL researchers have developed a new type of retinal implant for people who have become blind due to the loss of photoreceptor cells in their retinas.
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Products: Medical
Product Focus: Laser Machining/Marking
Laser systems, engraving machines, flux-core wires, and more.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Surface Waves Help Nanostructured Devices Keep Cool
The surface waves provide a thermal transport solution.
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Briefs: Medical
Origami-Inspired Medical Patch Seals Internal Injuries
The patch can be folded around surgical tools.
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Blog: Photonics/Optics
Tiny Package, Big Resolution: Wafer-Level Camera Reaches Smallest Parts of Anatomy
A new camera module with quadruple the resolution of its predecessor, at 400 × 400, or 160 Kpixels, provides clear images inside the body’s farthest recesses....
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Features: Photonics/Optics
Leading Women in Engineering & Science: Jennifer Kehlet Barton, Thomas R. Brown Distinguished Professor, Biomedical Engineering; Director, BIO5 Institute, University of Arizona
Barton's lab designs miniature endoscopes for the early detection of ovarian cancer.
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Products: Motion Control
New Products and Services
Curable adhesives, thermoelectric coolers, DC power supplies, and more.
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From the Editor: Photonics/Optics
From the Editor: The 2020 Products of the Year
This year, our two winners both represent new imaging capabilities for medical devices.
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R&D: Photonics/Optics
Device Creates 3D Images of Skin
A research team has developed a portable device that produces high-resolution 3D images of human skin within 10 minutes. The team says the portable skin mapping (imaging) device could be used to assess the...
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Products: Photonics/Optics
New Products and Services
CAD software, edge connectors, optical adhesives, and more.
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R&D: Medical
Spiderwebs Inspire 3D Photodectors
Researchers used some architectural features from spiderwebs to develop 3D photodetectors for biomedical imaging.
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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.
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R&D: Medical
Large-Area Flexible Organic Photodiodes
The technologies may enable wearable health monitors to produce improved physiological information and continuous monitoring without frequent battery changes.
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Briefs: Design
Scientists Propose Laser Scalpel with a ‘Curved’ Blade
Changing the shape of the blade will expand the possibilities of using the laser in medicine.
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Products: Electronics & Computers
New Products and Services
Single-phase filters, assembly services, sleep=tracking sensors, and more.
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Features: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Designing Rugged Myoelectric Interfaces for Highly Functional Prosthetics
New sensors and high-performance microwiring are extending the performance of active myoelectric prosthetics.
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Top Stories

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INSIDER: Wearables

Wireless Patch Enables Early Cancer Detection

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INSIDER: Medical

Brain Implant Enables Safer Drug Delivery

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Features: Medical

Built to Adapt: Rethinking Contract Manufacturing for a New Era

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Podcasts: Materials

Material Science Innovations for Medical Devices

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Podcasts: Design

Smarter Pathways for Precision Drug Delivery in Cancer Care

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From the Editor: Medical

From The Editor: Charting the Technologies That Will Shape Medtech in 2026

Ask the Expert

Eric Dietsch on the Benefits of Nitinol Wire
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In collaboration with the Fort Wayne Metals Engineering team, Eric Dietsch focuses on supporting customers with material recommendations, product development, and education. Eric is available to help you and your company with any Nitinol-related questions or needs that you may have.

Webcasts

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Podcasts: Medical

How Wearables Are Enhancing Smart Drug Delivery

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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: Materials

Material Science Innovations for 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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