05.20.2020
Implant
- 10.20.2019
Next-gen hearing implants could overcome inner ear damage
Bendable platinum makes for more powerful brainstem implants.
- 02.05.2019
Self-charging pacemakers are powered by patients' heartbeats
The invention could do away with risky and expensive battery-replacement surgery.
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- 11.12.2018
Magnetic eye implants could save the eyesight of glaucoma patients
They're safer and more reliable than past technology. - 08.20.2018
MIT's 'GPS' for the body can locate hidden implants
It could be the key to delivering medicine to hard-to-reach places. - 01.31.2018
Researchers treat ear defect by growing implants from cells
They implanted cultured ears into five children with microtia.
- 11.19.2017
- 10.08.2017
FDA clears implant that treats severe sleep apnea
It could mark an end to medication and invasive machines. - 07.24.2017
Wisconsin company offers staff implants for keys and passwords
It's not really Orwellian, but... we'll pass. - 05.04.2017
Soft, synthetic retinas may offer a better implant solution
Oxford's researchers create the first retina replacement to use soft biological components.
- 03.09.2017
Retinal implant could add years to your eyesight
It may be possible to fight retinal degeneration in an unintrusive way. - 01.23.2017
Blood-repellent metal could lead to safer implants
Your body would be less likely to reject this specially crafted titanium. - 01.02.2017
Bill and Melinda Gates back an implant that could prevent HIV
The mini pump could be key to eradicating a scourge in Africa. - 09.20.2016
A bike accident left him paralyzed; electricity let him ride again
Superhumans: Inside the world's first cyborg games - Episode 2
- 07.25.2016
Titanium-gold alloy could lead to super-strong implants
It's four times stronger than pure titanium, but safe for your body. - 06.23.2016
ICYMI: Squashing brain cancer and autonomous drones arrive
We’ve figured out how to cross the blood-brain barrier for chemotherapy treatment.
- 02.08.2016
Brain-machine link helps you steer exoskeletons with your mind
You won't need open brain surgery to wear a thought-controlled robot suit. - 01.18.2016
Brain monitoring chips dissolve when you're done with them
You may get medical implants that melt away over time. - 11.10.2015
