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Bandage measures glucose levels in sweat using microlaser technology
The team encapsulated microlasers in liquid crystal droplets and embedded the liquid within a soft hydrogel film, thereby creating a compact and flexible light-based sensing device.
Fingerprint detection improved with carbon-coated nanoparticles
The new type of powder for dusting fingerprints reportedly enabled the researchers to better image the nanoscale details more clearly as it deepens the contrast between the fingerprint’s ridges and valleys.
ARBURG at Fakuma 2024
ARBURG will be showcasing its latest machine to the general public in Germany for the first time: the hybrid ALLROUNDER 720 E GOLDEN ELECTRIC.
Confirmed: The environmental merits of SAF
An in-flight study recently recorded a dramatic drop in emissions from a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)-powered Airbus A350.
Hydrogel-enhanced soil waters and feeds itself
During trials, researchers reported that the hydrogel-infused soil produced larger, healthier plants, versus those produced with regular soil — and using less water and fertilizer.
Food waste-derived biodegradable bioplastics in development
As the food waste-derived bioplastics can quickly biodegrade in sea water, they promise to reduce the impact of pollution on marine life around the world.
New glassy gels are strong and adhesive
This new class of materials is difficult to break despite containing more than 50% liquid.
Delivering drugs to targeted areas with textile fibers
With the goal of local delivery in mind, thereby avoiding the complicated variety of current drug delivery solutions wherein the drug travels through the bloodstream, thus accounting for high dosages, the new approach attempts to avoid unwanted side effects due to high dosage levels.
Medical metals: Examining metallic materials in implants
Biomedical implants must meet stringent requirements issued by the Food and Drug Administration. As a result, these metallic materials are often the preferred choice for non-cosmetic implants.
Algae-derived robots promise to treat IBD without drugs
Researchers have injected a microrobot inside a liquid pill in a bid to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) without the need for drugs with potentially troubling side effects.
Sustainable remediation of heavy metals in groundwater
Extracted heavy metals are disposed of in a sustainable manner instead of being landfilled and posing a continued environmental threat.
Starfish-inspired structure will bend and mend
The structure, which reportedly exhibits 4D features, promises to offer assorted possible applications for robotics, aviation and medical devices.
New 3D-printed chip sensor detects foodborne pathogens
The 3D-printed chip is divided into four sections that are each designed to detect a specific pathogen.
Team plans to extract 10x more energy from superhot rocks
While current geothermal setups work at temperatures not exceeding 392° F, Quaise Energy has been working on new technology capable of tapping into geothermal energy by using microwaves to vaporize rock.
Solar cells for electric vehicles
Interconnection and encapsulation strategies were studied to improve vehicle-integrated photovoltaic module reliability against damp heat and mechanical impacts.
Living bioelectronic patch designed to treat psoriasis
The device is a combination of advanced electronics, living cells and hydrogel, which together form the so-called “living bioelectronic” patch.
Reusable aerogel sponges up and releases spilled oil
The material is reusable and can also effectively recover oil inadvertently released in cold northern marine environments.
Taking the sting out of healthcare
Follow along with GlobalSpec as we review some of the technologies designed to take the sting out of healthcare.
Harper International receives order for Scientific Line for pitch carbon fiber
The supplied equipment will accelerate the development of large-scale production pathways for short and continuous carbon fiber from bitumen-derived feedstocks.
Greener diesel production with sulfur-free catalyst
With the potential to outperform conventional sulfided metal catalysts, this catalytic system offers a more efficient and sustainable approach to green diesel production.