Self-sensing materials will find a range of applications from tissue engineering to building lightweight aircraft.
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Blood cells could be key to aging
Researchers show that through aging the number of stem cells contributing to blood cell production significantly shifts.
Artificial muscles made using natural proteins
Scientists have developed the first artificial muscles made from natural proteins that contract autonomously and consume chemical fuel.
An alternative to adhesives helps cells better interact with their environment
A natural chemical tether helps researchers attach cells to inert biomaterials for better cell models and therapies.
Are stem cells just hype?
While stem cell therapies have been touted as “miracle cures”, data indicates that there are still hurdles keeping them out of the clinic.
Speeding up tendon healing by mimicking the body’s bioelectrical cues
This implantable device acts as mechanical support for damaged tendons and mimics the bioelectrical cues usually provided by collagen during wound healing.
Volcanic arcs could help consume some of the world’s carbon
The weathering of the Earth’s surface serves as a geological thermostat and new research says that the breakdown of rocks at volcanic sites could help consume some of the world’s atmospheric carbon.
Taking the sting out of dental procedures with microneedles
A charged microneedle patch for pain-free delivery of anesthetics could replace anxiety-inducing needles in dental work.
Colors of the Anthropocene — The future of green hydrogen
The Anthropocene has been defined by its carbon emissions, but modern technological advancements may hold the key to breaking this habit.
Albert Zink: Mummies link us to the past
Albert Zink, director at the Institute for Mummy Studies, investigates remains from the past to bring ancient stories to life.
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