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Scientists Use Sound Waves to 3D Print Microscopic Devices
VideosFeb 13

Scientists Use Sound Waves to 3D Print Microscopic Devices

Researchers at Concordia University created a breakthrough 3D printing method that uses ultrasound instead of heat or light to build tiny medical devices. The technique prints structures 10 times smaller than previous methods, opening doors for faster medical diagnostics and wearable health tech.

Phys.org - Technology2 min read
Researchers Study Apple Watch Hypertension Feature
Health & WellnessFeb 12

Researchers Study Apple Watch Hypertension Feature

Scientists are taking a closer look at Apple's new hypertension detection feature to verify its accuracy. The research could help millions monitor their blood pressure more easily from their wrists.

STAT News2 min read
Scientists Create Battery-Free Power Source Inspired by Rays
InnovationJan 29

Scientists Create Battery-Free Power Source Inspired by Rays

Researchers mimicked electric rays to create tiny stacked cells that generate over 100 volts without any external power source. The breakthrough could eliminate charging needs for watches, calculators, and wearable devices.

Phys.org - Technology3 min read
Apple Watch Detects Heart Issues 4x Better Than Standard Care
Health & WellnessJan 22

Apple Watch Detects Heart Issues 4x Better Than Standard Care

A smartwatch worn just 12 hours daily caught dangerous heart rhythm problems four times more often than traditional monitoring, potentially preventing strokes before they happen. Most patients diagnosed had no idea anything was wrong.

Medical Xpress3 min read
AI Detects Prediabetes from Heart Rhythms, No Blood Needed
InnovationJan 19

AI Detects Prediabetes from Heart Rhythms, No Blood Needed

Scientists in Tokyo created an AI that spots prediabetes using just a heart monitor reading, no blood test required. The breakthrough could turn your smartwatch into an early warning system for diabetes.

Medical Xpress3 min read