Read article: Solar-powered device sterilizes medical equipment
A portable, solar-powered steam generator can sterilize medical tools in the field, even during cloudy conditions
Read article: Nanomesh pressure sensor preserves skin’s sense of touch
New device might find use in prosthetics, robot-assisted surgery, human–machine interfaces and wearable health care monitors
Read article: Stretchy cardiac implant measures and treats heart disease
Researchers have developed a multifunctional rubbery bioelectronic patch that conforms to the heart surface and beats with the heart
Read article: Biodegradable sensor opens door to real-time monitoring of key disease biomarker
Implantable silicon-based electronics could monitor nitric oxide species directly at the source, and then biodegrade
Read article: 3D printed fibres make efficient respiratory sensors
Transparent, micron-sized conductive fibres can be integrated into wearable devices that measure the amount of moisture that leaks through a face mask
Read article: Nanodiamond quantum thermometer measures the temperature of worms
New quantum thermometer makes use of nitrogen-vacancy centres to sense fever in tiny C. elegans worms
Read article: Tiny ingestible capsule helps treat gastrointestinal disorders
A biologically inspired device that clings to the stomach lining after being ingested can electrically stimulate the stomach wall to induce muscle contractions
Read article: Tiny ultrasound detector achieves super-resolution imaging
Chip-based device images structures smaller than living cells
Read article: Flexible electronics make their way into the operating room
A flexible surgical tool equipped with soft electronics could improve cardiac surgery
Read article: Dog-like robot measures patients’ vital signs remotely
A mobile robotic platform that takes contact-free measurements of patients’ vital signs could help reduce healthcare workers’ exposure to COVID-19
