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Frog-like robots to assist surgery
May 3, 2013
A tiny robot inspired by the feet of tree-frogs is being built at the University of Leeds. The device may one day allow surgeons to better visualise key-hole surgery.The robot...
Air-breathing batteries powered by the people
April 22, 2013
Researchers in Poland have created air-breathing biobatteries that may be used to power pacemakers, hearing aids and other body implants in the future.The team at the Institute of Physical Chemistry...
Robots with whiskers
October 22, 2012
Whisker-possessing, rodent-like robots with innovative tactile sensor systems have been developed that could have a number of applications, including helping to locate people in burning buildings.Sensor systems that replicate the...
Tough and stretchy gel created for cartilage replacements
October 5, 2012
Harvard material scientists and bioengineers have developed an extremely tough and stretchy biocompatible material that could have applications in replacing damaged cartilage in human joints. The biomaterial is dubbed a...
From plane to patient
September 12, 2012
Technology pioneered in the aviation industry could be used to prevent complications after heart surgery say researchers in the North West. Researchers from the Academic Surgery Unit at University Hospital...
How proficient is your microbiology laboratory?
August 21, 2012
Microbiology laboratories have a vital role to play in the food and drink industry, protecting consumers' health by helping to ensure that products are safe to eat and drink. But...
Society of Biology offers professional recognition and development
August 16, 2012
The Society of Biology has launched a new professional register to support the development of biologists. Acceptance onto the register is based primarily upon competency rather than formal qualifications, and...
Harnessing the power of plants with Professor George Lomonossoff
June 1, 2012
Nature can provide the starting point for many drugs, pharmaceuticals and vaccines – and plants are no exception. Professor George Lomonossoff has recently been named Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research...
Microbiology targets food safety
September 16, 2008
As producers and retailers increasingly source materials from around the world, the challenge of ensuring the microbiological safety and quality of the food supply has become a global one. Here...
Prudence and policy – reducing the risks of synthetic biology
August 21, 2008
In theory synthetic biology is the bioterrorists' best friend. So, ask Damon Terrill and Andy Peek, if the technology is evolving to increase the opportunities for misuse, what can and...
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