Chinese scientists develop tattoo-like electronic skin

Graphene, a super thin material with excellent flexibility and conductivity, is an ideal material for electronic skin…

Researchers use Google Glass to help kids with autism

But the prospect of using tech to assist people with developmental and physical disabilities is compelling, and several industry giants have proposed their own solutions over the years…

Researchers successfully transplant bioengineered lung

All of the pigs that received a bioengineered lung stayed healthy. As early as two weeks post-transplant, the bioengineered lung had established the strong network of blood vessels needed for the lung to survive...

Dental plaque is no match for catalytic nanoparticles

The nanoparticles break apart dental plaque through a unique pH-activated antibiofilm mechanism...

Magnetic surgical cement heals spinal fractures, provides targeted drug delivery

Researchers embed magnetic particles into surgical cement to help guide magnetic nanoparticles to the spinal column...

Japan approves clinical trials of stem cell treatment for Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease reduces dopamine-producing neurons in the brain and results in tremors in the hands and feet…

NUS researchers confine mature cells to turn them into stem cells

Stem cells are the blank slate on which all specialised cells in our bodies are built and they are the foundation for every organ and tissue in the body...

CRISPR could be causing extensive mutations and genetic damage after all

The brand new implant that can warn if you're about to have a heart attack

It occurs when the supply of blood to the heart is suddenly blocked, usually by a clot, and as a result some of the heart’s muscle is permanently destroyed...

This new smart bandage can both monitor and treat your wounds

It has applications in bed sores, burns, and surgical wounds, it can reduce complications from infections and reduce the number of amputations…