A groundbreaking study has demonstrated the clinical success of a new nanoparticle-based, laser-guided therapy for prostate cancer treatment. The therapy successfully eliminated cancerous cells in 73% of patients after 12 months while preserving key functions and side effects.
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalThe Journal of Urology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 16, 2024
Researchers are creating microphysiological systems to simulate infection and treatment in vitro, linking human lung and brain tissue models. This project aims to explore the relationship between respiratory diseases and neurological symptoms, potentially leading to new treatments.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
The National Institutes of Health has announced the winners of the RADx Tech for Maternal Health Challenge, an $8 million prize competition to develop innovative diagnostics for postpartum maternal health. Six finalists won grand prizes of $525,000 each, and two runner-up teams won prizes of $300,000 each.
SourceNIH/Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development·DateOct 15, 2024
Biomedical engineer Jeff Saucerman has received a $3.1 million NIH grant to study low-density lipoprotein receptor 1 and its impact on heart failure and treatment outcomes after a heart attack.
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·DateOct 10, 2024
A UMass Amherst-led team has developed a sensor to detect sodium ions in breastmilk, a biomarker of elevated mammary permeability and potential milk supply issues. The device provides highly sensitive readings inexpensively and quickly, with results delivered in three minutes and costs just $1 per test.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalSensors and Actuators·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 10, 2024
Researchers have developed a cell culture platform to form two distinct, interconnected vascular networks, replicating human physiology and reducing animal testing costs. This breakthrough enables the study of cellular interactions in vascularized tissues.
SourceTampere University·JournalScientific Reports·DateOct 9, 2024
Scientists create synthetic biology approach to mechanistically study tissue patterning and engineer organoid structures by combining morphogens with cell adhesion control. The model system reveals a key feature of E-cadherin for forming sharp boundaries in synthetic tissue domains.
SourceNano Life Science Institute (NanoLSI), Kanazawa University·JournalEMBO Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 8, 2024
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.
Researchers developed a microchip that captures exosomes from blood plasma to identify signs of lung cancer, achieving 10x faster detection and 14x greater sensitivity. The chip uses twisted gold nanoparticles to distinguish between healthy patients and those with lung cancer.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalMatter·DateOct 3, 2024
A Carnegie Mellon University-led team is developing a bioelectronic implant called ROGUE that can produce a year's supply of treatment for chronic diseases like Type 2 diabetes and obesity. The device will offer continuous, adjustable therapy deployment via a minimally invasive procedure.
SourceCollege of Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University·DateOct 2, 2024
A Carnegie Mellon-led team has secured a $42 million grant to develop implantable, cell-based bioelectronic devices for real-time therapy and disease monitoring in patients with thyroid disorders. The devices will offer adjustable, low-cost treatment and continuous biomarker measurement.
SourceCollege of Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University·DateOct 2, 2024
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
A new hand-held scanner can generate highly detailed 3D images in seconds, paving the way for earlier disease diagnosis. The technology uses laser-generated ultrasound waves to visualize subtle changes in blood vessels, helping inform patient care and diagnose conditions like cancer and cardiovascular disease.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalNature Biomedical Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 30, 2024
A team of engineers and scientists from Caltech has developed a headset-based device that can noninvasively assess a patient's stroke risk by monitoring changes in blood flow and volume. The device uses speckle contrast optical spectroscopy to differentiate between individuals at low and high risk of stroke.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalBiomedical Optics Express·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 30, 2024
Recent engineering efforts develop various sensors and devices for addressing challenges in personalized pain treatment. These intelligent sensors and devices offer real-time, accurate pain assessment and responsive treatment options.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalCyborg and Bionic Systems·DateSep 27, 2024
A study published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society uses wrist-worn voice recorders to collect real-time data on balance loss among community-dwelling older adults. The findings suggest that these recorders can capture the circumstances and context of balance losses more accurately than traditional recall methods.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalJournal of the American Geriatrics Society·DateSep 26, 2024
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.
A team from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry has patented a new regenerative bone graft material that can regenerate about eight times more bone than existing scaffolds. The breakthrough could transform bone grafts for millions of people who require them, reducing costs and complications associated with traditional methods.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalBioactive Materials·DateSep 26, 2024
Researchers created an artificial blood vessel model using 3D bioprinting to test new therapies for glioblastoma. This device enables the creation of personalized disease models, potentially improving patient survival rates.
SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalAdvanced Healthcare Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 25, 2024
A study published in Neuron found that psychedelics, such as DOI, activate fast-spiking interneurons in the ventral hippocampus, which helps to silence other neighboring neurons and reduce anxiety in mice and rats. This understanding of brain chemistry could lead to the development of new drugs targeting anxiety.
Researchers at Ohio State University developed a ventilator-on-a-chip model that simulates lung injury during mechanical ventilation. The device detects real-time cellular changes, revealing shear stress from air sac collapse and reopening as the most injurious type of damage.
SourceOhio State University·JournalLab on a Chip·DateSep 19, 2024
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.
Researchers at UMass demonstrated the effectiveness of homemade play putty as an interface to measure electricity or bioelectrical potentials from a human body. The material effectively captured various electrophysiology measurements, including EEG for brain activity and ECG for heart recordings.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalDevice·TypeObservational study·DateSep 18, 2024
A University of Houston team developed non-invasive, comfortable, and safe wearable sensors to monitor eyeball movements, providing early warning signs of brain-related disorders. The new sensors have potential applications in diagnosing conditions like ADHD, autism, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and traumatic brain injuries.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalAdvanced Healthcare Materials·DateSep 16, 2024
Researchers developed a deep learning method to customize complex strain fields in bioreactors using dielectric elastomer actuator arrays. The method achieved precise control over individual actuators, replicating biomechanically significant strain fields and customizing them based on tumor-stroma interfaces.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalCyborg and Bionic Systems·DateSep 12, 2024
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
Biomedical engineers at the University of Rochester have developed a novel technique using ultrasound waves to organize endothelial cells into patterns that promote the growth of new vessel networks. The team aims to treat ischemic injuries caused by damaged tissue in reconstructive and plastic surgeries.
The new diagnostic test system combines a field-effect transistor with a paper-based analytical cartridge, achieving over 97% accuracy in measuring cholesterol levels. This innovation has the potential to transform at-home testing and diagnostics with its high sensitivity, low cost, and machine learning capabilities.
SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalACS Nano·DateSep 10, 2024
Researchers developed a tri-culture heart-on-a-chip model of cardiomyocytes, fibroblasts, and endothelial cells to mimic in vivo cardiac behavior. The study successfully replicated endothelial cell morphology and functionality, as well as cardiac function with increased contractility.
SourceOkayama University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 9, 2024
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.
A novel synthetic biology platform enables rapid and cost-effective transformation of protein binders into high-contrast nanosensors for various applications. The platform uses fluorogenic amino acids to increase fluorescence up to 100-fold, enabling the detection of specific proteins, peptides, and small molecules.
SourceWyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 5, 2024
Researchers investigated peptide clumping behavior using molecular dynamics simulations and AI techniques. They discovered that aromatic amino acids enhance aggregation, while hydrophilic ones inhibit it, offering insights into peptide structure and function.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalJACS Au·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 3, 2024
The University of Kentucky has been awarded a six-year, $18 million NSF grant to establish the NSF ESCAPE center for assessing pathogen emergence. The center will focus on environmental surveillance using social science, engineering, bioinformatics, and risk modeling to predict and prevent pandemics.
Researchers at Duke University have developed a computer model that simulates nerve responses to electrical stimulation, enabling the efficient design of more effective and targeted neuromodulation therapies. The new tool, called S-MF, runs thousands of times faster than current industry standards without sacrificing accuracy or detail.
SourceDuke University·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 1, 2024
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.
Researchers led by Prof. Michael Brand successfully regenerated photoreceptors in zebrafish, demonstrating they regain their normal function and allowing the fish to recover complete vision. This breakthrough could potentially revolutionize treatment of diseases like retinitis pigmentosa or macular degeneration.
SourceTechnische Universität Dresden·JournalDevelopmental Cell·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 29, 2024
A recent case report presents a comprehensive diagnosis of Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (iNPH) using advanced diagnostic techniques, including brain imaging, CSF tap tests, and infusion study. The study's results show significant improvements in patient outcomes and reduced clinical costs.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalCyborg and Bionic Systems·DateAug 29, 2024
Researchers at the University of Utah developed Diadem, a noninvasive device that stimulates deep brain regions to disrupt faulty signals causing chronic pain. In a recent clinical trial, participants experienced significant pain relief after just one treatment session.
SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalPain·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateAug 28, 2024
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
Researchers found that Prunin laurate, derived from citrus and coconut biomass, inhibits bacterial growth in periodontal pathogen Porphyromonas gingivalis. The compound is tasteless and hypoallergenic, making it a potential inexpensive antimicrobial solution for preventing oral inflammation.
SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalFoods·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 28, 2024
A new implant has been developed to encourage nerve cell repair after spinal cord injury. The implant uses electrical signals and a 3D-printed scaffold to bridge the gap and direct axons to grow back in the correct formation, promoting healing and recovery.
A new textured heart valve implant has been shown to be less likely to cause clotting, improving health outcomes for patients who receive the implant. Certain conditions such as cancer and smoking elevate the risk of blood clots after heart surgery.
SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalJournal of Cardiothoracic Surgery·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 20, 2024
Researchers developed a new brain-computer interface that translates brain signals into speech with up to 97% accuracy, enabling a man with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to communicate with friends and family. The system was tested in real-time conversations with continuous updates, achieving high word accuracy rates.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis Health·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateAug 14, 2024
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.
Researchers have developed a suite of parameters that can be used to quantitatively measure different physical characteristics of the lung. The parameters were found to be highly sensitive and specific for diagnosing fibrosis and edema in an animal model, using only five necessary parameters.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 13, 2024
Researchers developed an inexpensive, water-powered electric bandage that accelerates wound healing in chronic wounds. The bandage produces an electric field that promotes healing and reduces inflammation, with animals treated with the bandage showing a 30% faster rate of wound closure.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 7, 2024
Researchers at Linköping University have created soft electrodes made of gold nanowires and silicone rubber, capable of stimulating nerve signals and capturing electrical signals. The material is expected to last for at least three years and has potential applications in medical devices.
SourceLinköping University·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 6, 2024
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.
Liheng Cai, a UVA engineering professor, has received a $1.9 million NIH grant to create advanced biomaterials that can be used to repair living tissues and build organ structures. His lab aims to develop polymers that mimic human biology and integrate healthy cells into the human body.
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·DateAug 5, 2024
Researchers have reviewed advancements in wearable cuffless blood pressure monitoring, focusing on flexible electronics and machine learning. The integration of sensors, signal processing, and algorithms enables accurate blood pressure estimation, promising personalized medicine applications.
SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalWearable Electronics·TypeLiterature review·DateAug 4, 2024
Scientists have developed a new way to 3D print materials that are strong enough to support human tissue and vary in shape and size. The breakthrough, known as CLEAR, helps pave the way toward a new generation of biomaterials for personalized implants and tissues.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 1, 2024
A research group developed a long-acting artificial hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) mimetic molecule using cyclic peptides and protein engineering. The molecule improved liver fibrosis, lipid accumulation, and inflammation in a mouse model with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), providing an option for NASH therapeutics.
SourceNano Life Science Institute (NanoLSI), Kanazawa University·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 26, 2024
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have developed a novel, non-invasive approach to measure intracranial pressure (ICP) in patients with traumatic brain injuries. The AI-powered method uses extracranial physiological waveforms to estimate ICP severity with high accuracy.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalComputers in Biology and Medicine·DateJul 23, 2024
A team of researchers from Rice University has received a $2.5 million grant from the Lemelson Foundation for a graduate education program that aims to prepare students to be Kenya's next generation of inventors and entrepreneurs. The 'Impact Invention' master’s degree program focuses on project-based learning, collaboration, and entre...
Researchers from Chiba University developed a foldable pouch actuator that enables finger extension in soft rehabilitation gloves, overcoming the limitation of existing actuators. The FPA facilitates joint-specific movements and has potential applications in telerehabilitation and care facilities.
SourceChiba University·JournalIEEE Access·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 22, 2024
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.
Researchers have developed a new technique called burst sine wave electroporation (B-SWE) that can disrupt the blood-brain barrier around brain tumors without causing significant damage to healthy tissue. This method shows promise for treating aggressive brain cancers like glioblastoma, which currently have limited treatment options.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalAPL Bioengineering·DateJul 17, 2024
A new study from University of Florida researchers found that quick learners rely on the visual cortex in their brains when acquiring new motor skills. The study used brain-monitoring electrodes to analyze how people learn to walk at different speeds, revealing a clear difference between fast and slow learners.
SourceUniversity of Florida·JournaleNeuro·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 17, 2024
LMU researchers have developed strategies to repair mutated proteins that cause an inherited stroke disorder called CARASIL. The team used a combination of in-vitro and in-vivo methods to restore the function of the protease HTRA1, which plays a crucial role in maintaining equilibrium in the extracellular matrix.
SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 16, 2024
Professors Philip LeDuc and Burak Ozdoganlar have developed a novel 3D ice printing technique that enables the creation of micro-scale structures with tailored geometries. Their method uses water as an ink substitute, allowing for the deposition of precise internal voids and channels.
SourceCollege of Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 15, 2024
Researchers developed a library of 27 polymers to improve RNA drug delivery, using design-of-experiment approach and statistical analysis. The study improves quality, efficiency, and precision of RNA drugs with optimized polymer nanoparticles.
SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 15, 2024
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.
A team of scientists at Harvard University developed a new RNA synthesis process that produces RNA with efficiencies comparable to current industry standards. The novel method can incorporate all common molecular modifications found in RNA drugs, expanding the RNA therapeutic design space.
SourceWyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard·JournalNature Biomedical Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 12, 2024
A team of Penn State researchers has created a modular genetic circuit that turns cancer cells into a 'Trojan horse,' causing them to self-destruct and kill nearby drug-resistant cancer cells. The circuit outsmarts resistance and eliminates it before the cancer cells can evolve.
SourcePenn State·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 4, 2024
Physicists at Aalto University have developed a method to align bacterial cells using magnetic fields. By mixing bacteria into a liquid with millions of magnetic nanoparticles, the researchers can control the alignment of the rod-shaped bacteria in response to magnetic field strength. The findings offer insights into active matter phys...
SourceAalto University·JournalCommunications Physics·DateJul 4, 2024
Scientists studied Crassula muscosa and found its unique leaves pack tiny fins that manipulate the meniscus to direct liquid transport. An artificial mimic, CMIAs, mimics this effect, enabling real-time directional control of fluid flow in various technologies.
SourceThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 3, 2024
Researchers develop optogenetic system to precisely target cancer cells using light, inducing inflammatory cell death and triggering immune response. The approach aims to modulate the immune suppressive environment around cancer cells, helping T cells recognize and attack the disease.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalJournal of Molecular Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 1, 2024
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
Researchers from Chiba University develop sustainable method for producing biodegradable polymers using cuttlefish ink melanin. Decomposition products are converted into polymeric materials with potential applications in circular economies.
SourceChiba University·JournalACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 1, 2024
Research using a novel microscopic technique reveals that gold nanoparticles' lethality to cancer cells is more complex than previously thought. Smaller nanoparticles can regenerate and divide after initial stress, while larger star-shaped particles cause oxidative stress leading to programmed cell death.
SourceThe Henryk Niewodniczanski Institute of Nuclear Physics Polish Academy of Sciences·JournalSmall·DateJun 27, 2024
Researchers at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) have developed an innovative robotic rehabilitation system called SPINDLE to enhance the strength and dexterity of individuals with tremors. The study revealed significant benefits, including improved motor control, coordination, and neuroplasticity.
SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalIEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 27, 2024
Researchers have developed a biodegradable scaffold to facilitate bladder tissue growth, reducing complications associated with traditional augmentation procedures. An implantable sensor also enhances patient monitoring, paving the way for improved bladder surgery outcomes.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Biomedical Imaging & Bioengineering·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 25, 2024
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.
Researchers develop a model of heart disease by tricking stem cells to behave like mature heart cells with a mutation that causes hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The study reveals the connection between mechanical stress and electrical function in hearts, shedding light on why genetic mutations can cause arrhythmias.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournaliScience·DateJun 24, 2024