Inspired by the human eye, our biomedical engineering team at Georgia Tech has developed an adaptive lens made from soft, light-sensitive materials. Traditional adjustable cameras rely on bulky, rigid lenses and a pupil to control focus and brightness. In contrast, the human eye achieves this through soft, flexible tissues in a compact design. A Soft, […]
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Stanford University has introduced a ureteroscopy-friendly device that uses a wire to magnetically capture and remove kidney stone fragments, demonstrating superior results compared to conventional methods in a pig model. Kidney stone disease impacts roughly 11% of people in the U.S. and frequently necessitates ureteroscopic laser lithotripsy. Removing fragments after lithotripsy is often inefficient, leaving
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New research shows that intelligence significantly influences how people understand speech in noisy settings. By comparing neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals, the study found that cognitive ability predicted performance in every group. The findings challenge the idea that listening problems stem solely from hearing loss, emphasizing the brain’s key role. Picture chatting in a noisy café—what
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In 1972, a pregnant woman’s blood sample puzzled scientists when it lacked a surface molecule present on all known red blood cells. Over 50 years later, UK and Israeli researchers identified a new human blood group, published in 2024. A Breakthrough Decades in the Making “This milestone crowns years of collaboration,” said NHS hematologist Louise
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A new study reveals that women gain greater heart health benefits from exercise than men. According to research published in Nature Cardiovascular Research, women who work out about four hours a week can cut their risk of coronary heart disease by 30%, while men need nearly nine hours of exercise to achieve similar results. What
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After all, gray hair isn’t just a sign of aging. A new study from the University of Tokyo suggests it results from how pigment-producing stem cells react to DNA damage. So, what does this imply? As we age, the emergence of gray hair is a natural and inevitable sign of time passing. Because of this,
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Swiss researchers have embedded multiple chips and sensors into socks designed to assist people living with severe diabetic symptoms, such as chronic pain and loss of feeling in their feet. The Leia smart sock delivers personalized therapy through gentle, non-invasive electrical pulses that stimulate targeted nerve fibers, helping to restore sensation in the feet. This
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During his visit to Beijing in September 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin told Chinese leader Xi Jinping that undergoing multiple organ transplants could potentially make a person “younger” and extend life to 150 years—a claim widely regarded as science fiction. Interestingly, this statement came just days after scientists discovered a molecular “switch” that can reduce
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The presence of different blood types is one of the more troublesome aspects of human biology—providing little benefit while complicating many medical procedures. Blood type compatibility already limits simple blood donations, and the challenge becomes even greater when it comes to organ transplants. Scientists Convert Type-A Kidney into Universal Type-O Organ In a groundbreaking study,
Scientists Develop a Universal Kidney Compatible With Every Blood Type Read More »
Have you ever thought that one more hour of work wouldn’t matter? Your body disagrees. Putting in too many hours can harm your health in surprising ways — from your heart to your immune system. Keep reading to learn why overworking can be more harmful than excessive drinking and how small adjustments can help protect
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