Implantable microphone could lead to fully internal cochlear implants

by Adam Zewe,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyDifferential PVDF cantilever diagram (not to scale). We construct the cantilever from two layers of PVDF sandwiching a flex PCB base. We sputter

Updated on: July 05,2024 0

Implantable microphone could lead to fully internal cochlear implants

by Adam Zewe,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyDifferential PVDF cantilever diagram (not to scale). We construct the cantilever from two layers of PVDF sandwiching a flex PCB base. We sputter

Updated on:July 05,2024 0

Less expensive, more effective pneumonia vaccines are tested in humans

by Maria Fernanda Ziegler,FAPESPBioreactors for bench-scale production (A); bioreactor for pilot-scale production (B). Credit: Butantan InstituteA novel vaccine against pneumonia that is less ex

Updated on: March 06,2024 20

Less expensive, more effective pneumonia vaccines are tested in humans

by Maria Fernanda Ziegler,FAPESPBioreactors for bench-scale production (A); bioreactor for pilot-scale production (B). Credit: Butantan InstituteA novel vaccine against pneumonia that is less ex

Updated on:March 06,2024 20

With 'paper clip technique,' some infant ear deformities can be corrected without surgery

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCertain types of ear malformations in infants can be treated by a simple and inexpensive technique—using paper clips to build custom splin

Updated on: March 06,2024 10

With 'paper clip technique,' some infant ear deformities can be corrected without surgery

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCertain types of ear malformations in infants can be treated by a simple and inexpensive technique—using paper clips to build custom splin

Updated on:March 06,2024 10

Epidemiological aspects of type 1 diabetes: Early life origins, childhood comorbidities, and adult outcomes

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit: CC0 Public DomainType 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease, often with onset during childhood, that requires lifelong insulin therapy due to the loss of pancreatic

Updated on: March 06,2024 16

Epidemiological aspects of type 1 diabetes: Early life origins, childhood comorbidities, and adult outcomes

by Karolinska InstitutetCredit: CC0 Public DomainType 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease, often with onset during childhood, that requires lifelong insulin therapy due to the loss of pancreatic

Updated on:March 06,2024 16

Final countdown: Atlantis to carry next-generation vaccine candidate on last space voyage

by Arizona State UniversityThis is Cheryl Nickerson of the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University. Credit: Nick MeekOn July 8, at approximately 11:26 a.m. EDT, the space shuttle Atlantis

Updated on: March 06,2024 14

Final countdown: Atlantis to carry next-generation vaccine candidate on last space voyage

by Arizona State UniversityThis is Cheryl Nickerson of the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University. Credit: Nick MeekOn July 8, at approximately 11:26 a.m. EDT, the space shuttle Atlantis

Updated on:March 06,2024 14

Targeting bacterial biofilm lynchpin prevents, treats recalcitrant biofilm-mediated infections

by Nationwide Children's HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainChronic and recurrent bacterial diseases are treatment-resistant due to the ability of the pathogens to establish biofilms, which act

Updated on: March 06,2024 12

Targeting bacterial biofilm lynchpin prevents, treats recalcitrant biofilm-mediated infections

by Nationwide Children's HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainChronic and recurrent bacterial diseases are treatment-resistant due to the ability of the pathogens to establish biofilms, which act

Updated on:March 06,2024 12

New study helps explain why some ear and respiratory infections become chronic

by Nationwide Children's HospitalScientists have figured out how a bacterium that causes ear and respiratory illnesses is able to elude immune detection in the middle ear, likely contributing

Updated on: March 06,2024 20

New study helps explain why some ear and respiratory infections become chronic

by Nationwide Children's HospitalScientists have figured out how a bacterium that causes ear and respiratory illnesses is able to elude immune detection in the middle ear, likely contributing

Updated on:March 06,2024 20

Engineers aim to pioneer tissue-engineering approach to TMJ disorders

by University of California, Irvine“The TMJ is central to chewing, talking and so many other daily activities, so when this crucial joint is impaired, there are significant negative effects on qu

Updated on: June 26,2024 7

Engineers aim to pioneer tissue-engineering approach to TMJ disorders

by University of California, Irvine“The TMJ is central to chewing, talking and so many other daily activities, so when this crucial joint is impaired, there are significant negative effects on qu

Updated on:June 26,2024 7

Intelligent ENT: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Head and Neck Surgery

Otolaryngology–head and neck surgery (ENT) encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, larynx, head, and neck.

Updated on: June 17,2025 0

Intelligent ENT: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Head and Neck Surgery

Otolaryngology–head and neck surgery (ENT) encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, larynx, head, and neck.

Updated on:June 17,2025 0

Pot users are less prone to sinus problems

by Amy NortonCould smoking pot somehow help keepsinus problemsat bay?It's possible, suggests a new study that found people who usemarijuanamay experience fewer bouts of con

Updated on: March 06,2024 11

Pot users are less prone to sinus problems

by Amy NortonCould smoking pot somehow help keepsinus problemsat bay?It's possible, suggests a new study that found people who usemarijuanamay experience fewer bouts of con

Updated on:March 06,2024 11

Nasal polyps: Unassuming growths with a powerful effect

by John Wheeler Jr,Mayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe nose is the subject of many sayings. A measurement could be on the nose or an object be right under your nose. You may be remi

Updated on: January 29,2024 6

Nasal polyps: Unassuming growths with a powerful effect

by John Wheeler Jr,Mayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe nose is the subject of many sayings. A measurement could be on the nose or an object be right under your nose. You may be remi

Updated on:January 29,2024 6

Christmas can be challenging for people with hearing loss. Here are seven ways to help

by Katie Ekberg and Louise Hickson,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor many people, Christmas can be the most social time of the year. The holiday period is often filled with p

Updated on: February 05,2025 0

Christmas can be challenging for people with hearing loss. Here are seven ways to help

by Katie Ekberg and Louise Hickson,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor many people, Christmas can be the most social time of the year. The holiday period is often filled with p

Updated on:February 05,2025 0