The Quest for Injectable Brain Implants Has Begun
The hard electrodes inserted into the brain to treat Parkinson’s and paralysis damage the organ’s soft tissue. A new invention could change that. ..
The hard electrodes inserted into the brain to treat Parkinson’s and paralysis damage the organ’s soft tissue. A new invention could change that. ..
In the face of safety risks, experts have tightened the reins on heritable genome editing—but haven’t ruled out using it someday. ..
Two life-altering treatments could soon be available, but questions remain about how accessible and affordable they’ll be. ..
About a dozen such consumer tests are now on the market, but the science of reading DNA for insights about longevity is still young. ..
A new kind of “edgeless” engineered tissue can fit any irregular shape, paving the way for hand and face grafts that look and move better. ..
A new compound halts sperm in their tracks. It’s fast-acting, temporary, hormone-free, and highly effective—in mice. ..
Research on new repellents and the viruses these insects carry relies on lab animals and human volunteers. What if there was a better option? ..
These tiny organoids with working immune systems mimic the function of the GI tract and could be used to study intestinal diseases and drugs to treat them. ..
Google Research spinout Osmo wants to find substitutes for hard-to-source aromas. The tech could inspire new perfumes—and help combat mosquito-borne ..
Your body generates enough energy to power wearables, medical sensors, and implanted devices—and tech designers are plugging in. ..