Biosensors
Biosensors are pivotal in advancing healthcare, offering fast and precise detection of a wide range of biological markers. These devices integrate a biological element, like enzymes or antibodies, with a physicochemical detector, revolutionizing diagnostics and patient monitoring. They excel in identifying specific proteins, glucose levels, and other critical health indicators, enabling real-time, on-site analysis. This makes them indispensable in managing chronic diseases, tracking infection progression, and personalizing medical treatments. Their accuracy, speed, and potential for miniaturization align perfectly with the growing demand for personalized and preventive healthcare, making biosensors a cornerstone in modern medical practice.
Biosensors
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Novel in-ear sensors to monitor brain activity and lactate levels
University of California, San Diego researchers have developed an in-ear sensor system that combines electrochemical and electrophysiological sensors on a flexible substrate integrated with earphones. This system allows for the simultaneous monitoring of lactate levels and various…
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Smart Bandage to Monitor and Deliver Targeted Treatment for Chronic Wounds
Caltech researchers have developed a new type of smart bandage that uses a custom-developed electrochemical biosensor array to treat chronic wounds, such as diabetic ulcers and burns. The bandage is made of a flexible polymer containing embedded…
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Researchers Develop Stretchable Sensor to Monitor Muscle Atrophy
Researchers at The Ohio State University have developed the first wearable sensor to detect and monitor muscle atrophy. The sensor uses stretchable conductive threads in a zig-zag pattern, allowing it to fit various limb sizes. This device…
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Implantable Multifunctional Sensor using Ultrasoft Hydrogel for Monitoring Overactive Bladder
Researchers from POSTECH and Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have developed a highly stretchable and tissue-adhesive multifunctional sensor that can monitor bladder activity in overactive bladder (OAB). The researchers have developed a sensor to…
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Low-cost humidity sensor to create smart diaper
Researchers at Penn State have developed a low-cost and easy-to-make, and highly reliable humidity sensor using hand-drawn interdigital electrodes from pencil-on-paper treated with NaCl solution. The resulting sensor is highly sensitive and can work over a wide…
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Low-cost biosensor to detect Lead and Cadmium in sweat
Researchers at the University of São Paulo in Brazil have developed a portable, flexible copper sensor to detect heavy metals such as lead and cadmium in sweat. High levels of heavy metals in the body can lead…
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Wearable Electronics Created Using Screen Printing
Researchers from Washington State University have developed a way to create the serpentine structures that power wearable electronics using screen printing, the same technology used to print rock concert t-shirts. The method creates a stretchable, durable circuit…
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Smartphone app to reliably diagnose irregular heartbeat or atrial fibrillation
Researchers from the University of Turku developed a smartphone app to detect atrial fibrillation with phone alone, without any extra equipment. This application provides a potential tool for timely diagnosis of atrial fibrillation as it is crucial…
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New nanosensor technology to detect osteoarthritis biomarker
Researchers at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have been able to analyze hyaluronic acid using solid-state nanopore sensor. This technique allows them to study its role in osteoarthritis and other inflammatory joint disorders. This technique is first…
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Researchers create better wearable medical sensors based on graphene nano-flakes
Team of researchers at University of British Columbia Okanagan campus have developed a practical way to monitor and interpret human motion.The sensor is made by infusing graphene nano-flakes (GNF) into a rubber-like adhesive pad. Najjaran says they…
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