Tag: Biomedical Engineering
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Prime Fiber-Optic Device Signals a New Era for Brain Research
Revolution in Brain Research Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in neuroscience with a novel prime (PRIME) fiber-optic device capable of manipulating neural activity deep within the brain. Building on decades of optical techniques and neural interfacing, this new approach promises unprecedented precision in stimulating and recording…
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Ingestible Bioprinter MEDS: A Breakthrough for Minimally Invasive GI Tissue Repair
A New Frontier in GI Tissue Repair Researchers at EPFL’s Laboratory for Advanced Fabrication Technologies have unveiled MEDS (Magnetic Endoluminal Deposition System), the first ingestible bioprinter designed to repair tissue from inside the body. Unlike bulky surgical tools or tethered devices, MEDS aims to deliver precision bioprinting directly at the site of tissue damage, offering…
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Nanomanufacturing Boosts Vascular Systems in Artificial Tissue
A New Frontier in Vascularized Engineered Tissue Engineered human tissue has long promised to bridge the gap between cell cultures and human physiology, serving as a vital intermediary step before clinical trials. A key challenge has been supplying these three-dimensional constructs with a reliable blood supply. Without functional vascular networks, growing tissues face necrosis in…
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Algorithm Boosts Control Over Robotic Leg Prosthetic
New Control Algorithm Enhances Robotic Knee Prosthetics A collaborative effort between researchers at the University of Michigan and medical device maker Össur is delivering a breakthrough in powered prosthetic knees. The team tested a novel control algorithm on Össur’s Power Knee, funded in part by the National Institutes of Health. Early results show meaningful gains…
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Next‑gen imaging promises sharper, deeper views of living tissues
A bold step toward noninvasive, high‑resolution tissue imaging A University of Arizona research team is advancing a transformative approach to viewing living tissues noninvasively. With nearly $2.7 million from the NIH Common Fund Venture Program, the interdisciplinary effort aims to push the boundaries of optical imaging so clinicians can see deeper into skin and soft…
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Next-Generation Imaging Promises Sharper, Deeper Views Inside Living Tissues
Overview: A New Frontier in Non-Invasive Optical Imaging Researchers at the University of Arizona (U of A) are poised to advance how clinicians view living tissues. With nearly $2.7 million from the NIH’s Common Fund Venture Program, the team will develop next-generation imaging technologies designed to peer deeper into skin and soft tissues without surgery…
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Next-Generation Imaging Promises Sharper, Deeper Views of Living Tissues
Breakthrough in Noninvasive Imaging Targets Deeper Tissue Insights A University of Arizona research team has received nearly $2.7 million from the NIH’s Common Fund Venture Program to push the boundaries of noninvasive optical imaging. Led by Florian Willomitzer, associate professor of optical sciences, and Dr. Clara Curiel-Lewandrowski of the U of A Comprehensive Cancer Center,…
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New NSF Funding Advances 3D-Printed Pediatric Prostheses Aiming to Boost Activity for Children With Lower-Limb Amputations
Overview A recent grant from the National Science Foundation is fueling a pioneering project in pediatric prosthetics. The funding, awarded to Dr. Quentin Sanders, an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering in the College of Engineering and Computing, supports the development of customized, continuous fiber, 3D-printed prostheses designed to be more affordable, accessible, and…
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IU Researchers Combine Sound Waves And AI To Power Faster Biomedical Research
AI-Driven Acoustofluidics: A New Era for Biomedical Research Researchers at the Indiana University Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering are blending acoustofluidics with artificial intelligence to accelerate biomedical discovery. Acoustofluidics, the manipulation of cells and chemical components in liquids using sound waves, sits at the intersection of physics, engineering and biology. Led by Feng…
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IU Research Combines Sound Waves And AI To Power Faster Biomedical Research
Introduction Researchers at Indiana University’s Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering are pushing the boundaries of biomedical research by marrying acoustofluidics with artificial intelligence. Acoustofluidics—the manipulation of cells and other biological materials in liquid using sound waves—has long promised a label-free, contactless way to handle delicate biological materials. By integrating AI into this platform,…