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New Heart-On-A-Chip Could Speed Drug Development

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New Heart-On-A-Chip Could Speed Drug Development

January 16, 2020

4IR, Bioengineering

A new cardiac tissue chip created with engineered heart tissue could help speed medical research by identifying harmful drugs before they reach human trials.

Whisker-Like Sensors Can Give Drones the Sense of Touch

December 18, 2019

4IR, Devices & Systems

Sensors that mimic animal whiskers can give drones the sense of touch, helping them navigate around obstacles and sense vibrations.

As 5G Wireless Rolls Out, Experts Look Ahead to 6G

December 4, 2019

4IR

5G wireless is rolling out and as the 5G network is implemented, experts are looking ahead to 6G and the wireless technologies needed.

3D Printing Liquid Metal to Create Stretchable Electronic Devices

November 20, 2019

4IR, Corporations, Devices & Systems

3D printing liquid metal can create stretchable electronic devices for wearables and other technology.

Doppler Radar Identifies Speech Over Long Distances for Search and Rescue

November 6, 2019

Devices & Systems, Government

Researchers found Doppler radar can detect voices over long distances or through walls. The technology could aid in search and rescue missions.

Atmospheric Water Generation Can Address Water Scarcity

October 23, 2019

Devices & Systems, Water

To provide clean water rural communities facing water scarcity, researchers have engineered an atmospheric water generator (AWG) which is more cost-effective than bottled water.

Uncovering Missing Links in Unsolved Crimes through Data Analysis

October 9, 2019

Computing, Data

Law enforcement are now using data analysis to uncover missing links in criminal cases and help solve cold cases.

Navigating Water Shortages with Decentralized Water Control System and Irrigation

September 18, 2019

Devices & Systems, IoT Tech Expo 2019

To efficiently manage scarce water supplies in agricultural communities, researchers have developed a blockchain-based automatic water control system.