Articles tagged with Bionics
Researchers created bionic mushrooms by integrating cyanobacteria with graphene nanoribbons, producing electricity through photosynthesis. The hybrid system can produce eight-fold more electricity than traditional methods, opening opportunities for next-generation bio-hybrid applications in healthcare, defense, and the environment.
Researchers have created a bionic mushroom that produces electricity through photosynthesis, generating a current of about 65 nanoAmps. The system uses cyanobacteria and graphene nanoribbons to capture electrons released during photosynthesis.
A team of researchers at the University of Minnesota has successfully 3D printed a hemispherical surface with an array of light receptors. This breakthrough discovery brings scientists closer to creating a 'bionic eye' that could potentially restore vision in blind individuals.
Researchers develop a treatment algorithm for bionic hand reconstruction in patients with severe nerve damage, offering improved hand function and reduced chronic pain. The study's five patients show significant improvements in hand function, including increased sensitivity and motor control.
The bionic pancreas system successfully reduced average blood glucose levels and decreased the risk of hypoglycemia in patients with type 1 diabetes living at home. The system's automated monitoring and dose delivery significantly improved blood sugar control, reducing the risk of severe hypoglycemia and nocturnal episodes.
The BIONICS trial found that the ridaforolimus-eluting stent was non-inferior to the zotarolimus-eluting stent in terms of target lesion failure rates and had a low rate of stent thrombosis. The study, which enrolled over 1,900 patients, showed similar outcomes for cardiac death, TV-MI, and ID-TLR.
Researchers at Berkeley Lab developed a hybrid enzyme capable of churning out 2,550 product molecules per hour, comparable to biological counterparts. The study represents a major advance for artificial metalloenzymes, which promise to open up a world of beneficial molecular products not currently possible with natural enzymes.
Scientists at Harvard University have developed a 'bionic' cardiac patch that can monitor and respond to cardiac problems, potentially revolutionizing heart attack treatment. The patch, made of nanoscale electronic scaffolds, can detect arrhythmia and adjust its performance in real-time.
The Monash Vision Group has received a significant boost in funding for its Bionic Eye project, which aims to restore vision to millions globally. With $3 million in philanthropic donations, the project is now on track for human trials next year and could change tens of thousands of lives.
Researchers at JBEI have developed bionic liquids from lignin and hemicellulose, which can efficiently dissolve biomass and represent a renewable platform for biomass pretreatment. The new liquids outperform current imidazolium-based ionic liquids in terms of sugar yields, making them a significant step towards cost-competitive biofuels.
A new version of a bionic pancreas device has been tested in two clinical trials, regulating blood sugar in patients with type 1 diabetes using insulin and glucagon. The device adapts to individual needs and prevents hypoglycemia, producing positive results in both adult and adolescent trials.
Researchers found that the bionic pancreas reduced interventions for low blood glucose by 37% and improved glucose levels, particularly at night. The device also showed a more than twofold reduction in hypoglycemia time in both adults and adolescents.
Researchers studied a rat's balancing strategy to lateral impact, finding it bends flexible body to absorb energy and resists force through side-sway. The study reveals key mechanisms for animal stability during locomotion and inspires improvements in bionic robots.
Researchers suggest using haptic devices early in children fitted with visual prosthetics and for older congenitally blind and late-blind individuals. Haptics provide supplementary information that helps train the brain to understand electrical input from prosthetics, leading to improved outcomes.
Scientists at Princeton University have created a fully functional ear that can 'hear' radio frequencies far beyond human capability, merging electronics with tissue through 3D printing. The bionic ear uses a coiled antenna inside a cartilage structure to sense sound and connect to electrodes.
Researchers are testing the upgraded Ekso, a wearable robotic exoskeletal device, to improve mobility in individuals with spinal cord injuries. The new features enable greater user control and collect usage data for monitoring progress.
Kessler Foundation partners with Ekso Bionics to test the wearable, robotic battery-powered exoskeleton's potential in rehabilitation research. Scientists will study its impact on circulation, bone density, and overall health.
Researchers create erosion-resistant surfaces using patterns inspired by yellow fattail scorpions, reducing material damage and equipment failure. The new technology has potential to save millions of dollars in damage each year.
Six patients with traumatic spinal cord injuries tested Ekso exoskeletal device, showing promising results that will guide protocol development for a planned clinical study. The research aims to measure gains in overall health among users of individuals using Ekso in rehabilitation settings.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University have developed a groundbreaking lower-limb prosthetic that enables amputees to walk with a natural gait, thanks to its powered knee and ankle joints. The device has been shown to reduce energy consumption by 30% and enable users to walk 25% faster on level surfaces.
Scientists develop aquatic microrobot that stands effortlessly on water surfaces, walking and turning freely. The robot incorporates improvements over previous devices, making it a prime candidate for military spy missions and water pollution monitoring.
Dr. Kuiken will showcase the enhanced mobility and functionality of TMR surgery, which reroutes brain signals to intact muscles, allowing patients to control prosthetic devices with thought. Over 50 amputee patients worldwide have benefited from TMR, including military veterans who lost limbs in combat.
Researchers developed a hybrid approach combining bionic wavelet transform and recurrent neural network for improved speech enhancement. The method showed significant noise reduction without compromising intelligibility, achieving a 12 dB increase in signal-to-noise ratio.
The Georgia Institute of Technology has been awarded a $10.5 million U.S. Air Force Center of Excellence to design nanostructures for energy harvesting and adaptive materials. The center will focus on developing tools to optimize critical cognitive processes of the modern warfighter.
The University of Melbourne's bionic eye project received a $50 million funding boost from the Federal Government, with plans to conduct its first clinical test within two years. The project aims to develop a high-resolution bionic eye that can differentiate between objects beyond current capabilities.
Researchers at Tufts University are developing chemical robots called chembots that can enter confined spaces and perform tasks such as landmine detection and biomedical diagnosis. The robots will be soft, squishy, and biodegradable, allowing them to access areas with openings of arbitrary size and shape.
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a contact lens with an electronic circuit and light-emitting diodes, paving the way for potential applications such as virtual displays, improved vision correction, and enhanced gaming experiences. The device was tested on rabbits without adverse effects.
The University of Utah is working on a bionic arm that can move naturally in response to thoughts and allow users to feel sensations, with the goal of restoring the capability of amputees. Researchers will develop a peripheral nerve interface device that relays signals from nerves to the artificial limb.
Researchers are developing bionic implants that mimic original functions, surpassing the power of natural organs. Digital humans walk across computer screens, revealing complex interplay of muscles and bones, while wearable robotic systems turn wearers into super-strong individuals.
The device detects cell viability directly and instantly, measuring electrical resistance changes in milliseconds after exposure to a toxic agent. It offers a rapid alternative to traditional fluorescent dye assays for detecting biochemical attacks or monitoring drug toxicity.
Researchers believe that bionic technologies can be adapted for restoring some degree of lost function, with progress continuing at its present pace. The development of wireless implants and miniaturized components will bring processing closer to the body, enabling more complex actions like walking.