Gel-based artificial knee cartilage outperforms the real thing, study finds
Researchers have developed a new gel-based cartilage substitute that is stronger and more durable than natural cartilage.
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JJ Shavit
- 5 hours ago
New home constructed with flexible partition walls can transform to meet resident needs
The project invites visitors to step into a home constructed around principles of affordability, sustainability, flexibility and adaptation.
JJ Shavit
- 7 hours ago
Injestible video capsules show promise as a non-invasive alternative to endoscopes
A traditional endoscopy is an invasive procedure for patients, not to mention it is costly due to the need for anesthesia and time off work.
JJ Shavit
- 23 hours ago
Scientists’ report world’s first X-ray of a single atom
Scientists have now achieved what was once considered to be almost unattainable: X-raying a single atom.
JJ Shavit
- 1 day ago
The first successful in-patient trial of liver dialysis has been completed
In a world-first breakthrough for the medical community, the initial in-patient trial of liver dialysis* has been successfully completed.
JJ Shavit
- 2 days ago
Lifechanging pill can both control and reverse Type 1 Diabetes, Yale researchers find
Pill controls immediate blood glucose levels, restores pancreatic function, and re-establishes normal immunity in the pancreatic environment
JJ Shavit
- 3 days ago
ChatGTP outperforms physicians in providing high-quality advice, study finds
A panel of licensed healthcare professionals preferred ChatGPT’s responses 79% of the time, rating them higher quality and more empathetic.
JJ Shavit
- 3 days ago
Simple, one-time procedure could eliminate need for insulin for type 2 diabetics
The traditional method of treating Type 2 diabetes involves taking glucose-lowering medication or injecting insulin, which has side effects.
JJ Shavit
- 4 days ago
Breakthrough eye drops may reduce the need for reading glasses
Drops are a potential game-changer for individuals suffering from Presbyopia - an age-related eye condition that results in blurred vision.
JJ Shavit
- 6 days ago
MIT scientists have discovered a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
Treatment for the disease interferes with the activity of enzymes that are typically overactive in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients
JJ Shavit
- 7 days ago
Breakthrough in clean energy: New solar energy system generates power 24 hours a day
Finding more efficient ways to harness solar energy is critical to transitioning to a carbon-free electric grid.
JJ Shavit
- May 25
Scientists believe a space elevator to the Moon is possible using today's technology
One of the primary hurdles to our continued exploration and expansion across the solar system may be the overwhelming cost.
JJ Shavit
- May 25
Groundbreaking hydrogel treatment significantly reduces lower back pain
With normal aging, the spine's vertebrae can become dry, thin, cracked, or torn, causing pain or loss of motion.
JJ Shavit
- May 25
Scientists develop a rechargeable battery made from food
What makes this achievement truly remarkable is that the battery is made from materials commonly consumed as part of our daily diet.
JJ Shavit
- May 24
Astronauts could travel at 99% the speed of light with this revolutionary engine
A NASA engineer has developed a concept for an engine that he claims could reach up to 99 percent of the speed of light without propellant.
JJ Shavit
- May 24
Lifechanging new drug helped half of teens drop below the clinical cut-off for obesity
Drug reduced weight of teens in the trial to a level historically unprecedented with treatments other than bariatric surgery.
JJ Shavit
- May 23
Revolutionary new treatment destroys advanced-stage cancers in only 6 days
Researchers have found a new combination treatment that can eradicate advanced-stage mesothelioma tumors in mice in just a few days.
JJ Shavit
- May 23
Scientists develop the first fully integrated wearable system for life-saving heart monitoring
Scientists have successfully developed the world's first fully integrated wearable ultrasound system for deep-tissue monitoring.
JJ Shavit
- May 22
Breakthrough saliva test is over 90% accurate at detecting cancer
An AI-based home screening test to detect oral and throat cancers from saliva samples is now available in the United States.
JJ Shavit
- May 22
New technology painlessly moves and breaks up kidney stones
A new technique combines two ultrasound technologies that can move, reposition or break up kidney stones painlessly.
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