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Shape-shifting material could transform future of implantable and ingestible medical devices
Researchers led by Rice University's Yong Lin Kong have developed a soft but strong metamaterial that can be controlled remotely to rapidly transform its size and shape.
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Gastroenterology
Spider-inspired magnetic soft robots could perform minimally invasive gastrointestinal tract procedures
The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is a collection of organs and structures inside the bodies of humans and other animals that is responsible for the digestion of food, the absorption of nutrients and the expulsion of waste. ...
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One-time gene therapy could end lifelong transfusions for rare blood disease
Thanks to in-utero blood transfusion technology, what was once a fatal diagnosis in the womb can now result in live births. However, this medical advancement created a new challenge: a growing population of children born ...
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Artificial digestion models may misjudge nanoplastic risks in the human gut
The prevalence of microplastics and nanoplastics in the human body is an increasing concern. Studies revealed that human brain tissues contain seven to 30 times more particles than other organs, such as the liver and kidneys. ...
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Could an Apple watch really tell you if you have high blood pressure?
Apple has announced a package of health features, alongside the launch of the new Apple Watch Series 11, including an alert that the wearer may have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.
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AI-powered robot echocardiograms may alleviate wait times due to lack of trained sonographers
Researchers at Cranfield University have been conducting a study in partnership with Milton Keynes University Hospital using an AI-controlled robotic system to deliver echocardiograms. The technology could eventually bring ...
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Soft bioelectronic fiber can track hundreds of biological events simultaneously
Developed by Stanford researchers, NeuroString is a hair-thin multichannel biosensor and stimulator with promising potential applications in drug delivery, nerve stimulation, smart fabrics, and more.
Sep 17, 2025
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Lab-grown kidney structures reach new maturity in step toward synthetic organs
A USC Stem Cell-led research team has achieved a major step forward in the effort to build mouse and human synthetic kidneys. In a new paper published in Cell Stem Cell, the scientists describe generating more mature and ...
Sep 17, 2025
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Personalized obesity care: Wearable sensors identify five overeating types for tailored interventions
What if your smart watch could sense when you're about to raid the fridge, and gently steer you toward a healthier choice instead?
Sep 17, 2025
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CRISPR test could make tuberculosis screening as simple as a mouth swab
Tulane University researchers have developed an enhanced CRISPR-based tuberculosis test that works with a simple tongue swab, a potential breakthrough that could allow easier, community-based screenings for the world's deadliest ...
Sep 17, 2025
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Implantable neurostimulation system restores blood pressure balance after spinal cord injury
Getting out of bed in the morning without the risk of passing out is a game-changer for 32-year-old Cody Krebs. In 2022, Krebs experienced a severe spinal cord injury (SCI) in a motor vehicle accident. Since that time, Krebs ...
Sep 17, 2025
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New way of detecting tumor DNA in urine can identify bladder cancer
Researchers from the University of Birmingham's Bladder Cancer Research Center have used a new method to detect chemical changes in the DNA in an individual's urine sample; epigenetic changes, called methylation.
Sep 17, 2025
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Hot flashes can be reliably predicted by an AI-driven algorithm, study shows
University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers and scientists at Embr Labs, a Boston-based start-up, have developed an AI-driven algorithm that can accurately predict nearly 70% of hot flashes before they're perceived. The ...
Sep 17, 2025
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Turning seafood waste into sustainable wearable health sensors
QUT researchers have created a prototype electronic device using a material made from seafood waste, paving the way for safe, flexible and sustainable wearable health sensors.
Sep 17, 2025
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Stem cell transplant for stroke leads to brain cell growth and functional recovery in mice
When someone has a stroke—a leading worldwide cause of death and disability—time is of the essence. Almost nine out of 10 cases are ischemic strokes, caused by restricted blood flow in the brain, and the current gold-standard ...
Sep 16, 2025
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Precision targeting of the centromedian nucleus in drug-resistant epilepsy
It is estimated that one-third of the 50 million people worldwide with epilepsy are resistant to anti-seizure medications. These patients, with drug-resistant epilepsy, have limited treatment options beyond surgery to control ...
Sep 16, 2025
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Too soon to tell if 'liquid biopsies' help more than harm in cancer screening
"Liquid biopsy" tests using blood samples to screen for multiple types of cancer are attracting much attention, for their potential to catch unseen tumors.
Sep 16, 2025
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Recommendations for clinical investigations of high-risk medical devices in Europe
The CORE-MD (Coordinating Research and Evidence for high-risk Medical Devices) consortium has published new consensus recommendations today in The Lancet Regional Health Europe, that set out scientifically robust methodologies ...
Sep 16, 2025
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Engineers develop technology that stimulates heart cells with light
In a new study, University of California, Irvine chemical and biomolecular engineering researchers report the creation of biomolecules that can help grow light-sensitive heart muscle cells in the laboratory. The development ...
Sep 15, 2025
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3D bioprinted mini placentas could transform pregnancy research
By 3D bioprinting miniature placentas, scientists have provided a new way to study complications in pregnancy, with the research led by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).
Sep 15, 2025
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Older patients are open to smart ring technology for home-based remote monitoring
Older patients susceptible to chronic neurological conditions are willing to use wearables for remote monitoring to support their health and well-being at home. A recent study conducted at the University of Eastern Finland ...
Sep 15, 2025
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New autoinjector could save lives in severe bleeding emergencies
A new study shows that a TXA autoinjector delivers lifesaving treatment for severe bleeding as effectively as traditional IV methods—but in under five minutes and without the need for medical expertise. This breakthrough ...
Sep 15, 2025
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Better screening tool for sickle cell disease progression
Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), an optical tool that leverages light-tissue interaction to measure changes in hemoglobin concentration and oxygenation, has been used in a variety of fields due to its ability to measure ...
Sep 15, 2025
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Patients who had cataracts removed or eyesight corrected with a new type of lens have good vision over all distances
Patients who have a new type of lens implanted in their eyes during surgery for cataracts or to correct their eyesight have excellent or good vision over distances both near and far, and often no longer need spectacles for ...
Sep 14, 2025
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Training doctors for the digital age: Study charts new course for health education
As Canada's health care system rapidly adopts digital technologies, a group of Canadian researchers is calling for a major overhaul of health professional education to ensure consistent, outcomes-based training in digital ...
Sep 12, 2025
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