Stanford University researchers design a pressure and strain sensor that degrades over time
Read article: Biodegradable pressure sensor eliminates the need for second surgery
A new safe and non-invasive technique could be an alternative to refractive surgery
Read article: Light-induced corneal cross-linking corrects vision
Plug-and-play blocks enable labs around the world to cheaply and easily build customized diagnostic devices
Read article: Modular blocks create low-cost diagnostic devices
The cells specifically bind to microbeads and can thus be isolated
Read article: Acoustofluidics separates circulating tumour cells
“Electroceuticals” makes its debut
Read article: Remotely controlled silicon structures could help treat disease
Small cross-sectional area device does not damage brain tissue and could allow for high-density electrical recording
Read article: Tiny intracortical probe monitors neural activity
The Scottish photonics spin-out is ramping up pre-clinical trials and seeking investment for groundbreaking non-invasive cataract diagnosis and treatment
Read article: Edinburgh Biosciences on a mission to restore sight
Chiral protein-based systems could be used to make nano-building blocks that mimic biological structures as well as cholesteric LCDs and advanced photonic devices
Read article: Amyloid fibrils undergo liquid-crystalline phase transitions
New photo-active material efficiently destroys bacteria and viruses
Read article: Nanofibrous membrane could offer bioprotection
Rachel Brazil describes how science is helping disabled people to carry out everyday tasks thanks to new types of "assistive technology"
Read article: The Cybathlon challenge
