Read article: Smart stitches could prevent infections at surgical sites
An antimicrobial suture containing iodine carbon nanoparticles can be imaged in the body using CT scanning, enabling wound monitoring after surgery while preventing infection
Read article: Expansion microscopy enables nanoimaging with a conventional microscope
An innovative expansion microscopy protocol enables unprecedented views of the interior of cells using standard microscopy tools
Read article: Strain sensor for wearable electronics combines high sensitivity with large sensing range
A soft stretchable strain sensor offers high sensitivity, large sensing range and high robustness
Read article: Liquid metal disintegrates implanted medical devices on demand
Medical devices made from aluminium can be disintegrated within the body by exposing them to eutectic gallium indium, a liquid metal at body temperature
Read article: LIDAR sensors and tunable lenses could create autofocus glasses
Much research is under way to develop commercial autofocus lenses, but it could be some years before there’s a market-ready product that appeals to consumers
Read article: Handheld diagnostic platform could help combat epidemics
An automated diagnostic lab kit enables accessible and adaptable pooled viral DNA testing
Read article: Light-powered cardiac pacemaker could deliver painless and targeted treatment
Device targets light-sensitive molecules in the heart
Read article: Non-invasive neuromodulation improves motor function in children with cerebral palsy
A non-surgical device for treating children with cerebral palsy improved the quality-of-life for all 16 participants in a first-in-human study
Read article: Replacing a pacemaker with a device the width of a human hair
Researchers have developed an ultrathin device that could one day provide an alternative to an intrusive and bulky pacemaker
Read article: Placenta-on-a-chip simulates nutrient transport between mother and foetus
A novel 3D microfluidic device could help develop life-saving treatments for placental malaria
