Researchers report flexible, conductive and waterproof fibers for wearable, underwater electronics.
How to Bend Electronic Devices without Breaking Them [Video]
Electronics can be transformed into a variety of complex shapes using a thermal plasticization process.
The Promise of Cyborganic Beings
In this essay, scientists from Spain and Denmark delve into the spectrum of possibilities offered by wearable and implantable healthcare devices and provide new insight into the cyborganic era.
Beyond gene editing: A new role for CRISPR
A new use for the revolutionary gene-splicing tool. This new “Electrochemical CRISPR” can quickly and accurately identify viral biomarkers for a range of diseases, including HPV and Parvovirus.
A Knittable and Washable Conducting Yarn for Functional Textiles
Researchers have found a way to produce advanced functional fabrics while retaining the wearability and durability of everyday fabrics.
Epidermal Electronics – A Step Closer to Wearable Diagnostic “Labs”
Skin-friendly epidermal electronic devices fabricated using flexible, stretchable, and degradable protein-based substrates could offer a viable solution to real-time health and fitness monitoring.
Zhenan Bao: Shaping the future of wearable electronics
Curious, diligent, and always positive, meet Prof. Zhenan Bao and her electronic skin.
Pushing the Limits of Technology to Enhance Electronic Skins
Researchers create a soft robotic electronic skin with fingerprint-like patterns with future applications in prosthesis, wearable sensors, and medical devices.
Light in Sight: Micro-Lenses Enhance the Functionality of Future Cars
A new micro-lens array technology produces high-quality 3D images that can be used to improve driver safety, vehicle function, and provide innovative design effects.
Metal–Hydrogel Hybrids
Hybrid systems of hydrogels and metals with tough bonding may find widespread application in smart materials and device interfaces.