HEADLINES ARCHIVE
RPI model reveals effectiveness of COVID-19 travel restrictions
Model was built using air travel data.
Virus-detecting microscope could power rapid diagnostics
The fast, low-cost technique counts viruses or proteins from a sample in real time, without any chemicals or dyes.
Method to measure vitals using phone camera could improve telehealth
A smartphone or computer camera takes pulse and respiration signals from a real-time video.
The wearables helping to expedite a return to normal post-COVID-19
These are just some of the wearables helping us return to a pre-COVID-19 life.
Fiber optic imaging probe to advance nanoscale diagnostics
A compact ultrasonic imaging tool can be deployed on the tip of a single optical fiber to visualize cell abnormalities in 3D within the body.
E-nose sniffs out cancer
A non-invasive diagnostic system combines artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect cancer.
MIT engineers develop a programmable fiber
Digital fiber could store data on the wearer's activity and even music.
Video: Computer scientists develop COVID-19 mutation tracking system
System locates COVID-19 variant hotspots.
Watch: 3D printing customizes cartilage for skin cancer repair
The technology addresses nasal cartilage defects for skin cancer patients.
Singapore company eyes breathalyzer test for COVID-19
A breathalyzer test for COVID-19 would eliminate the use of nasal swabs.
Engineered surfaces promise to prevent build up of bacteria on medical instruments
Bacteria build up can be potentially thwarted with smoother surfaces.
Video: Speeding medical diagnostics with 3D-printed devices
Advanced diagnostic assays, such as the classic pregnancy and COVID-19 self-tests, can be produced quickly and at low cost.
Coffee and bees and dogs, oh my! A recap of unusual COVID-19 tests
A recap of unusual methods developed to diagnose COVID-19.
A one-second COVID-19 test
The electrochemical device uses disposable test strips and a reusable semiconductor transistor platform.
Geeplus vs. COVID-19: Geeplus boosts production of crucial ventilator parts
The pandemic created an unprecedented demand for high-precision voice coil motors in ventilator applications.
Tile insert disinfects air, surfaces against pathogens
Tile can easily integrate into existing ceiling tile designs.
Scientists develop coating for use at New Zealand's borders, mass transit
The coating reportedly eliminates 99.9% of COVID-19 on surfaces in just two hours.
Video: Technology to ensure social distancing maintained in public spaces
The device ensures that social distancing is maintained.
Coating developed to safeguard marketing materials
Treated documents will earn the CLEANERPRINT seal.
Microscopic implantable chip uses ultrasound to monitor the body
The research team claims that the chip is the world's smallest.