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: Magnetic coating gives life to millirobots
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: Optical sensor offers non-invasive monitoring of intracranial pressure
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: Solar-powered device sterilizes medical equipment
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: Nanomesh pressure sensor preserves skin’s sense of touch
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: Stretchy cardiac implant measures and treats heart disease
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: Biodegradable sensor opens door to real-time monitoring of key disease biomarker
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: 3D printed fibres make efficient respiratory sensors
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: Nanodiamond quantum thermometer measures the temperature of worms
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 Read article: Tiny ingestible capsule helps treat gastrointestinal disorders
Acoustics Research update Tiny ultrasound detector achieves super-resolution imaging Chip-based device images structures smaller than living cells Read article: Tiny ultrasound detector achieves super-resolution imaging