Health
A group of seniors is designing a next-generation Argon Beam Coagulator during their senior capstone design course. The project is a pencil-shaped handheld device that ionizes argon gas to produce a plasma beam that emits from the tip of the device, allowing surgeons to cut tissue and minimize bleeding at the same time.
As part of a capstone class, a group of seniors is working to increase access to life-saving therapies by developing an automated medical fluid aliquoting device that streamlines the fluid dosing process.
New animal research shows that exposure to antibiotics at a critical window of development can stunt growth of insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, boosting risk of Type 1 diabetes. It also identifies a microorganism key to supporting healthy life-long metabolism.
A new ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï study unravels a decades-old mystery around an enigmatic enzyme—a cancer driver known as CDK7.
With ideal conditions and strategic pacing and drafting, Kenyan Faith Kipyegon is on the brink of hitting the fabled track and field milestone, a new study suggests. Now, the authors are urging her to go for it.
ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï engineers have discovered a new acoustic wave mode never seen before that can unlock a new level of cell manipulation capabilities.
Six years ago, Mark Rentschler helped launch startup company Aspero Medical to develop a medical device used during endoscopy procedures. Today, with the help of grant, Rentschler and team are bringing two new medical devices to the market that have the potential to transform gastrointestinal surgeries.
Lily Mortensen is advancing research at the leading edge of biomedicine, working on new ways to improve human health.
Like only about 5% of all mammal species, prairie voles can form long-term bonds with a partner. ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï neuroscientist Zoe Donaldson shares what these critters can teach us about love.
New research from the Crown Institute’s Alma Program shows rapid relief for Latina moms facing perinatal depression and anxiety. Many saw significant improvement within just two sessions.