Read article: Biopsy needle makes brain surgery safer
Innovative device comprises an optical coherence tomography camera and could help reduce the risk of fatal haemorrhaging during neurosurgery
Read article: Microneedle patch heals heart attack damage
A biocompatible microneedle patch containing cardiac stromal cells successfully repairs cardiac function in injured animal hearts
Read article: Fibre-based probe enables real-time deep-brain imaging
A single fibre-based endoscopic probe enables high-resolution and minimally invasive fluorescent imaging of neural network dynamics
Read article: Protein corona analysis helps improve cancer diagnostics
New technique could identify biomarkers hitherto not detectable by conventional approaches
Read article: Transient optical sensors monitor brain health before dissolving away
Bioresorbable optical sensors inserted in the body during surgery circumvent the need for permanent brain implants and subsequent surgeries to monitor brain health
Read article: Soft contact lens has integrated LED microchip and RF antenna
Device could be used to treat eye disorders
Read article: Flexible sensor maps blood oxygen levels
A flexible patch made from organic LEDs measures reflected light to map oxygen levels in blood
Read article: Photosynthetic sutures promote wound healing
Sutures containing genetically modified microalgae have the potential to enhance wound healing
Read article: Smartphone app tracks heart condition at home
A smartphone-compatible device, combined with a machine learning algorithm, allows accurate diagnosis and monitoring of atrial fibrillation
Read article: Personalized UV sensors monitor sun exposure
A wearable UV sensor helps individuals with different skin types manage vitamin absorption and avoid sun damage
