Biomedical devices Research update Photosynthetic sutures promote wound healing Sutures containing genetically modified microalgae have the potential to enhance wound healing Read article: Photosynthetic sutures promote wound healing
Biomedical devices Research update 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: Smartphone app tracks heart condition at home
Biomedical devices Research update Personalized UV sensors monitor sun exposure A wearable UV sensor helps individuals with different skin types manage vitamin absorption and avoid sun damage Read article: Personalized UV sensors monitor sun exposure
Particle therapy Research update Journals award ‘best paper’ prizes Physics in Medicine & Biology and Physiological Measurement award prizes for their best papers of last year Read article: Journals award ‘best paper’ prizes
Biomedical devices Research update Easy-to-image microbeads continuously monitor disease biomarkers Microbead mobility measurement provides a step towards a wearable diagnostic device Read article: Easy-to-image microbeads continuously monitor disease biomarkers
Biomedical devices Analysis Delivering on healthcare’s innovation agenda Transitioning healthcare innovations from early studies through regulatory approval to clinical applications requires dedicated support and guidance Read article: Delivering on healthcare’s innovation agenda
Devices and structures Research update Nanostructured device measures blood flow after an aneurysm Implantable diverter system has already been successfully tested in pig aorta Read article: Nanostructured device measures blood flow after an aneurysm
Biomedical devices Research update Optical cochlear implants restore hearing in deaf gerbils A cochlear implant uses light to restore auditory responses in deaf gerbils Read article: Optical cochlear implants restore hearing in deaf gerbils
Devices and structures Research update Double-sided microfluidic blood oxygenator makes artificial placenta A new neonatal passive lung assist device shows promise Read article: Double-sided microfluidic blood oxygenator makes artificial placenta
Biomedical devices Research update Contact lenses monitor glucose in tears Contact lenses that detect glucose in tears could be the next glucose-monitoring device for diabetic patients Read article: Contact lenses monitor glucose in tears