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Caltech's smart capsule to study the health of the GI tract
PillTrek was used in the study to measure pH and temperature as well as changing levels of glucose and the neurotransmitter serotonin in animal models.
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Researchers invent soft, bioelectronic sensor implant
UC Irvine and Columbia University researchers develop a device that conforms to the body’s tissues, allowing brain monitoring through development.
Advancing R&D of fully automated insulin delivery systems
UVA Center for Diabetes Technology, Tandem Diabetes Care to research fully automated insulin delivery.
Prosthetic material could reduce infections from intravenous catheters
In a new study, Texas A&M researchers have used skin-like material as a platform for investigating infections from intravenous catheters.
Clinically validated, wearable ultrasound patch for continuous blood pressure monitoring
The patch is made of a silicone elastomer that houses an array of small piezoelectric transducers sandwiched between stretchable copper electrodes.
Coating could make medical devices safer for patients
Designed to mimic the natural behavior of blood vessels, the new material could allow for safer use of blood-contacting devices, especially in cases where blood clots are a significant concern.
Tiny batteries for powering cell-sized robots
Zinc-air batteries, smaller than a grain of sand, could help miniscule robots sense and respond to their environment.
Rice’s Biotech Launch Pad to commercialize bioelectrical implant treatment for obesity, type 2 diabetes
The $34.9 million Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) project aims to disrupt the therapies market and radically improve treatment options.
Winners announced in pediatric medical device competition
Children’s National Hospital, Additional Ventures sponsor prestigious pitch contest focused on pediatric cardiology, award $300,000 to the six medtech winner.
Small materials yield big innovations
Wubin Bai's lab develops next-generation medical devices like wearable wireless patches for health monitoring and drug delivery.
Engineering matters
Professor Ellen Roche is creating the next generation of medical devices to help repair hearts, lungs, and other tissues.
