Scientists from NTU have suggested the use of metal-coated microneedles to improve below-skin Raman spectroscopy.
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Programmable vaccine release from silk microneedles
Implantable silk composite microneedles for programmable vaccine release kinetics and enhanced immunogenicity in transcutaneous immunization.
Dissolvable microneedle patches for transdermal drug delivery
The application of biocompatible polymeric microneedle patches is discussed as a promising and straightforward method of transdermal drug delivery.
A blood sampling device inspired by leeches
Collecting blood in a painless and minimally-invasive way may soon be possible with this prototype suction cup device.
Cowpea virus immunotherapy prevents cancer metastases
Plant-based virus stimulates the body’s immune response to fight off established and budding cancer metastases.
Killing cancer cells with a molecular jackhammer
Mechanical therapy physically breaks down cancer cells and could help overcome the problem of treatment resistance.
Exploring effective treatments for hereditary hair loss
Scientists are delving into the future of hair loss treatments, from macromolecules to laser therapies and CRISPR gene editing.
Science in pictures
Striking images and innovative science — from a hydrogel chessboard to floating steel and a thyroid-on-a-chip.
Wireless, wearable sensor created for deep-tissue monitoring
A team led by Wubin Bai developed a novel wearable sensor patch that provides a safe, real-time, less invasive and low-cost way to track a patient’s recovery.
Neuromodulation enabled by light-sensitive nanoparticles
Brains of mice controlled using light-emitting nanoparticles in a proof-of-concept study to show wireless neuromodulation.
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