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“Theragrippers” are inspired by a parasitic worm that clamps onto its host’s intestines.
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Mayo Clinic researchers study new bioactive material for enhanced vascular healing
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Nanotechnology is poised to revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of patients with type 1 diabetes.
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Endometriosis is a chronic, painful condition that affects millions of women worldwide. Now, a new nanoplatform offers hope for early diagnosis and effective ablation of endometriosis.
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