Human embryo-like model created from human stem cells
Credit: Naomi Moris Scientists from the University of Cambridge, in collaboration with the Hubrecht Institute in The Netherlands, have developed ...
Tag: Biomechanics/Biophysics
Targeting SARS-CoV-2 enzyme with inhibitors
Researchers discover COVID-19 virus has an Achilles' heel, making it an excellent target for inhibitors or new drugs.Credit: Ernesto Estrada ...
Predicting cancer behavior requires better understanding of tumor cells
Cancer cells undergo many mechanical changes that can be measured to reveal their ability to develop and spreadCredit: Shaw Bagnall ...
Paper-based device provides low-power, long-term method for analyzing sweat
Microfluidic device demonstrates principles of extraction and managing of sweat for up to 10 days, pointing a way forward for ...
Orthotics breakthrough helps children with Cerebral Palsy walk and play
Children with Cerebral Palsy have more energy to play and be physically active for longer thanks to specially designed orthotics.Credit: ...
Biohybrid model uses organic lungs, synthetic muscles to re-create respiration mechanics
A benchtop model consisting of real lungs, artificial muscles and a diaphragm made of thermoplastic and elastometric material re-creates the ...
A new mechanism improves the efficiency of antibacterial surfaces
Universitat Rovira i Virgili researchers have developed a nanometric-scale theoretical model to create structures that kill bacteria by using elastic ...
Crystalline ‘nanobrush’ clears way to advanced energy and information tech
Credit: Oak Ridge National Laboratory, U.S. Dept. of Energy OAK RIDGE, Tenn., June 8, 2020 -- A team led by ...
Open Wearables Initiative (OWEAR) releases open source software and datasets database for wearable and connected health technologies
Credit: Open Wearables Initiative Shimmer Research, a global leader in wearable technology for research applications, today announced that the Open ...
Researchers develop 3D-printable material that mimics biological tissues
Credit: N/A Biological tissues have evolved over millennia to be perfectly optimized for their specific functions. Take cartilage as an ...
Showtime for photosynthesis
One of nature's most important chemical reactions is now being captured in a breakthrough 'molecular movie'Credit: Greg Stewart/SLAC National Accelerator ...
Super water-repellent materials are now durable enough for the real world
A new armour-plated superhydrophobic material has been developed for potential uses in medical equipment, solar panels and moreCredit: Aalto University ...
New laser system provides 3D reconstructions of living deep-sea animals and mucus filters
Credit: Image: © 2020 MBARI Living in an essentially zero-gravity environment, many deep-sea animals have evolved soft, gelatinous bodies and ...
Artificial tissue used to research uterine contractions
Two experimental devices allow researchers to study the harmful effects of hyperperistalsis, or an excess of nonpregnant uterine contractionsCredit: David ...
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