AI models could predict outcomes in trauma
AI has shown early success in improving survival and outcomes in traffic accident victims transported by ambulance and in predicting survival after liver transplantation.
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Exoskeleton and brain-machine interface boost stroke rehab
Researchers have developed a system that combines a brain-computer interface and a robotic arm that responds to the actual intentions of treated patients.
Cardiac patch treats heart disease
Researchers have developed rubbery a bioelectronic implantable device that can monitor and treat heart diseases.
The heat is on for building 3D artificial organ tissues
Radiator-like fluid systems adjust the genetic wiring inside human liver cells in preliminary work toward artificial organ-tissue engineering.
Rubbery semiconductor for medical robotic hands
Researchers have designed and produced a smart electronic skin and a medical robotic hand capable of assessing vital diagnostic data.
Breakthrough in wearable monitors due to drawn-on-skin electronics
Researchers have developed a new form of electronics known as “drawn-on-skin electronics,” allowing multifunctional sensors and circuits to be drawn on the skin with an ink pen.
A 3D-printed diffuser to treat COVID-19 patients
Scientists have delivered more than 200 3D-printed diffusers for metered dose inhalers (MDI) to the Houston hospital and stands ready to produce more if needed.
Sensor predicts worsening heart failure before hospitalization
A wearable sensor could help doctors remotely detect critical changes in heart failure patients days before a health crisis occurs and could prevent hospitalization.
Robot-powered outfit is being fashioned to help seniors walk
A new line of wearable robotics - a lightweight version of the armor that comic hero Iron Man wears - could keep seniors on their feet longer.
An ultra-thin wearable device
Researchers reported the discovery of a multifunctional ultra-thin wearable electronic device that is imperceptible to the wearer.
Nanomedicine device delivered controlled doses
Researchers developed a remote-controlled drug delivery implant the size of a grape that may help chronic disease management.
Organ bioprinting gets a breath of fresh air
Bioengineers have cleared a major hurdle on the path to 3D printing replacement organs with a breakthrough technique for bioprinting tissues.
‘Smart’ robotic system could offer home-based rehabilitation
An engineer is leading a team of researchers, health care providers and industry to fast-track the commercialization of a groundbreaking robotic rehabilitation system.
Augmented reality app may aid patients with Parkinson’s
Bioengineering students program smartphone to guide patients who ‘freeze’ while walking.