Read article: Spin-enhanced nanodiamonds could improve disease diagnosis Biomedical devices Research update Spin-enhanced nanodiamonds could improve disease diagnosis Fluorescent nanodiamonds can increase the sensitivity of paper-based medical diagnostic tests, potentially providing earlier detection of disease
Read article: Magnetic coating gives life to millirobots Biomedical devices Research update Magnetic coating gives life to millirobots Researchers in China have developed a biocompatible magnetic coating that actuates inanimate millirobots for biomedical applications.
Read article: Optical sensor offers non-invasive monitoring of intracranial pressure Biomedical devices Research update Optical sensor offers non-invasive monitoring of intracranial pressure A non-invasive intracranial pressure sensor could help clinicians assess traumatic brain injuries without traumatic monitoring tools
Read article: Solar-powered device sterilizes medical equipment Biomedical devices Research update 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 Biomedical devices Research update 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 Biomedical devices Research update 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 Biomedical devices Research update 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 Biomedical devices Research update 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 Quantum sensors Research update 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 Biomedical devices Research update 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