Cell fate and dynamic behavior of cells can easily be monitored in microfluidics using few cells and reagents for regenerative medicine applications.
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Bioinspired Composite Microfibers for Skin Adhesion and Signal Amplification of Wearable Sensors
Researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems develop a durable, flexible adhesive film for use in wearable healthcare devices.
Turning up the Heat on Solid Lubricants
This organic–inorganic composite lubricant displays the best of both worlds for solid-state, high-temperature applications.
Shape Memory Effects in Gold Nanoparticles
The combination of two irreversible processes is shown to lead to damage recovery and reversible restoration of particle shape.
Charge Transport in Conjugated Polymers – Insights from Single Crystals
A breakthrough in producing high quality conjugated polymer single crystals is demonstrated by physical vapor transport and topochemical-polymerization. Intra- and inter-chain charge transport can be measured separately in an individual conjugated polymer single crystal.
Researchers With a Soft Heart
ETH researchers have developed a silicone heart that beats almost like a human heart.
Trace TNT Detection: Reducing Potential Security and Environmental Threats
The enhanced emission of Cu nanocrystals/MOF composites is selectively quenched by TNT.
Hard, Light, and Yet All Natural
Chemnitz scientists develop bio-based fiber-plastic-compounds for a future sustainable large-scale production.
Energy Perspectives: Qiang Zhang Outlines Lithium Dendrite Formation
Qiang Zhang takes a moment to outline the lithium dendrite formation problem faced by researchers working on lithium-based battery technologies.
Genetically-Encoded Iron-Associated Proteins as MRI Reporter
Visualization of cells contributing to disease or cell therapy is critical for the success of regenerative medicine. Genetically encoded iron-associated proteins detectable with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be utilized for cell tracking in the brain, heart, and cancer.
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