Many medical devices that rely on light, such as pulse oximeters and wearable health sensors, struggle to perform consistently across different skin tones. Darker skin contains more melanin, which absorbs and scatters light, making it harder for optical devices to […]
Skin‑Like Optical Phantoms Improve Testing of Medical Devices Across All Skin Tones Read More »
Ovarian cancer is difficult to treat because it often spreads throughout the peritoneal cavity, making it challenging to deliver therapy precisely where it is needed. Standard approaches rely on surgery and systemic treatments that struggle to reach microscopic disease and
Implant Delivers Targeted Ovarian Cancer Therapy Directly Inside the Peritoneal Cavity Read More »
Gum disease often progresses because harmful bacteria disrupt the balance of the oral microbiome, leading to inflammation, bone loss, and long‑term damage to teeth. Conventional treatments such as antibiotics and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy remove both harmful and beneficial bacteria, which
Selective Light‑Activated Therapy Targets the Bacterium Behind Gum Disease Read More »
Many wearable health sensors struggle to maintain reliable contact with the skin, especially when sweat, hair, bending, or stretching interfere with the electrode interface. These interruptions can distort biological signals and reduce the accuracy of devices used for monitoring chronic
Breathable Graphene Hydrogel Biosensors Improve Skin Contact for Wearables Read More »
People living with Parkinson’s disease often face the challenge of maintaining consistent medication levels throughout the day. The effectiveness of treatment depends on how well the body absorbs and metabolizes each dose, yet traditional monitoring methods require blood samples or
Sweat‑Powered Fingertip Patch Monitors Parkinson’s Medication Read More »
Many older adults struggle to digest and absorb enough protein to maintain muscle strength and overall health. As appetite changes and nutritional needs increase with age, traditional supplements often fail to deliver protein in a form the body can use
Artificial Stomach Used to Test New Protein Powders for Active Aging Read More »
People often encounter environmental hazards without realizing it. Toxic gases, chemical contaminants, and heavy metals can be present long before they become visible or produce symptoms. Detecting these threats early is essential, but most sensing technologies rely on screens, alarms,
Wearable Patch Warns Users About Environmental Hazards Through Vibration Read More »
Hearing problems often go undetected until they become more serious, in part because current diagnostic tools can struggle to measure the faint signals produced by a healthy inner ear. Researchers at Binghamton University are developing a new ear‑canal probe that
Spider‑Inspired Ear Probe Could Improve Early Detection of Hearing Problems Read More »
Severe spinal cord injuries often leave people without any ability to move or feel below the level of damage, and current treatments offer limited recovery. Researchers at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have developed a double neural bypass system
Double Neural Bypass Helps Restore Movement and Touch After Complete Paralysis Read More »
Many wearable health sensors are uncomfortable, noticeable or distracting, especially when placed on the face. These devices can make people self‑conscious and even change the very signals they are meant to measure. Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed
Invisible Skin Sensors Capture Facial and Brain Signals Without Being Seen Read More »
