Biomaterials Research update Nanotweezers probe single cells New “nano-surgeons” could help advance our fundamental understanding of cellular processes Read article: Nanotweezers probe single cells
Biomaterials Research update Protein corona analysis helps improve cancer diagnostics New technique could identify biomarkers hitherto not detectable by conventional approaches Read article: Protein corona analysis helps improve cancer diagnostics
Biomedical devices Research update Soft contact lens has integrated LED microchip and RF antenna Device could be used to treat eye disorders Read article: Soft contact lens has integrated LED microchip and RF antenna
Biofabrication Research update Human bone growth is a thermodynamic process, reveals 3D printing study Discovery could lead to new disease treatments and better prosthetic implants Read article: Human bone growth is a thermodynamic process, reveals 3D printing study
Biofabrication Research update 3D printed microstructures mimic human soft tissues Tuning the elastic profile of 3D printed materials, by generating lattice microstructures, can help emulate biomechanical tissues Read article: 3D printed microstructures mimic human soft tissues
Acoustics Research update Moths use acoustic camouflaging fur to evade bats Stealth coating can absorb as much as 85% of echolocation signals Read article: Moths use acoustic camouflaging fur to evade bats
Biomaterials Research update 3D printing makes bionic mushroom Hybrid device patterned with energy-producing cyanobacteria generates electricity Read article: 3D printing makes bionic mushroom
Biomaterials Research update Microscopic materials hint at the origin of phagocytosis Studying the interface of cells with microscopic materials points to an ancient Moesin-based phagocytosis pathway Read article: Microscopic materials hint at the origin of phagocytosis
Biomaterials Research update Ancient enzyme resurrected for commercial biocatalysis Gene sequence reconstruction technique helps improve the thermostability of technologically important modern-day P450s Read article: Ancient enzyme resurrected for commercial biocatalysis
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
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