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Molecular dye plays “tag” with chemotherapy drugs
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A robotic pill monitors disease in the gut
A robotic pill capable of collecting biomarkers, including proteins and bacteria, from the gut provides an easy-to-use disease screening tool.
COVID-19 breathalyzer gets FDA approval
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New blood sensor makes colonoscopies safer
A new blood sensor utilizes miniaturized channels to monitor for accidental bleeding during colonoscopies.
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