Microlab on a chip for clean water
A microfluidic chip takes up a water sample, adds the necessary chemicals and transports it to the detection site.
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Microfluidic device rapidly delivers mRNA nanoparticles
With a ‘liquid assembly line,’ researchers produce mRNA-delivering-nanoparticles a hundred times faster than standard microfluidic technologies.
Microchip sensor measures stress hormones
Researchers have developed a microchip that can measure stress hormones in real time from a drop of blood.
Brain-on-a-chip would need little training
A neural network that mimics the biology of the brain can be loaded onto a microchip for faster and more efficient artificial intelligence.
AI platform to assess blood vessel anomalies
Researchers have developed an AI platform that could one day be used in a system to assess vascular and eye diseases.
Microfluidic chip simplifies COVID-19 testing
COVID-19 can be diagnosed in 55 minutes or less with the help of programmed magnetic nanobeads and a diagnostic tool that plugs into an off-the-shelf cellphone.
Ultra-thin sensitive strain sensors
Researchers have developed a new range of nanomaterial strain sensors that are 10 times more sensitive when measuring minute movements, compared to existing technology.
Robot hands one step closer to human
The Shadow Robot Dexterous Hand is a robot hand, with size, shape and movement capabilities similar to those of a human hand.
Sound waves power advances in smart materials
Researchers at have revealed how high-frequency sound waves can be used to build new materials, make smart nanoparticles and even deliver drugs to the lungs for painless, needle-free vaccinations.
Laser jolts microscopic robots into motion
Researchers have created the first microscopic robots that incorporate semiconductor components, allowing them to be controlled with standard electronic signals.
Bringing magnetic resonance to fertility treatment
EPFL spin-off Annaida is developing a magnetic resonance system that can detect the chemistry inside the tiniest living organisms.
Therapies without drugs
Researchers are investigating the potential of microimplants to stimulate nerve cells and treat chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, or Parkinson’s disease.
ELSAH – A ‘Smart Patch’ to determine biomarkers
At the start of 2019 the EU project ELSAH began with the objective of designing a wearable within four years that enables the continuous determination of biomarker concentrations.
Swimming 3D printed donuts deliver therapies inside body
Researchers have developed a way to 3D print custom microswimmers that can transport drugs and nanotherapeutic agents, as well as potentially manipulate tissue directly inside the body.
Nanomedicine device delivered controlled doses
Researchers developed a remote-controlled drug delivery implant the size of a grape that may help chronic disease management.
3D printed device detects biomarkers of preterm birth
Researchers have created a 3D printed microchip electrophoresis device that can sensitively detect three serum biomarkers of preterm birth.
A medical lab to fit on a fingertip
Researchers at Princeton University have developed a new technology that goes a long way toward replacing the lab with a single microchip.
Eye surgery: Gaining insights through AR
Eye surgery is a delicate and precise process. A new simulation platform based on augmented reality allows surgeons to practice surgical procedures on a virtual model in three dimensions.
New early detection sensor for type 1 diabetes
Researchers are developing early detection technology for Type 1 diabetes that can accurately predict if a child is at risk of the chronic disease.
Tiny robots could be used to detect medical problems
Made of electronic circuits coupled to minute particles, cell-sized robots could flow through intestines or pipelines to detect problems.