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Ultrathin graphene electronic tattoos for continuous, high-fidelity, and unobtrusive physiological monitoring
Graphene electronic tattoos are ultrathin, flexible, and transparent sensors that stick to skin like temporary tattoos to comfortably and accurately monitor vital signs, brain and muscle activity, hydration, and temperature for long-term, unobtrusive health tracking. Background Wearable physiological monitoring technologies have become increasingly...
Published: 1/27/2026   |   Inventor(s): Nanshu Lu, Deji Akinwande, Shideh Abootorabi
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Category(s): Life sciences > Medical technology > Medical devices, Life sciences > Diagnostic
AI-powered framework for rapid and reliable colonoscopy diagnosis
Background/problem Colorectal cancer is the fourth leading cause of death and accounts for 15.6% of total deaths linked with cancer worldwide. Late detection dramatically reduces its five-year survival rate and increases treatment costs. Polyps (precancerous or cancerous growths) develop in the early stages of this cancer, and an important goal of...
Published: 1/27/2026   |   Inventor(s): Farshid Alambeigi, Siddhartha Kapuria, Sandeep Chinchali
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Category(s): Life sciences > Diagnostic, Life sciences > Medical technology > TechBio (software innovation in healthcare)
CRISPR-enhanced biosensor for ultrasensitive and multiplexed enzyme activity sensing
Background Proteases play essential roles in numerous biological and pathological processes, including inflammation, cancer metastasis, neurodegeneration, and infectious disease. Specific protease activity serves as a valuable biomarker for disease progression, treatment monitoring, and drug development. However, existing detection methods are often...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Devleena Samanta, Dylan Snider, Mackenzie Coffin, Brian Armijo
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Category(s): Life sciences > Diagnostic, Life sciences > Research tools > Tool/assay/screening platform
Modular robotic-assisted system for enhanced endoscope and colonoscope navigation
Background Endoscopic and colonoscopic procedures are essential for diagnosing and treating a wide range of internal conditions, from gastrointestinal bleeding to early-stage cancers. These minimally invasive techniques depend on the clinician’s ability to skillfully navigate complex, tortuous anatomical structures to achieve clear visualization...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Farshid Alambeigi, Jiaqi Xue, Mohammad Javazm
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Category(s): Life sciences > Medical technology > Medical devices, Life sciences > Diagnostic
Soft inflatable robot for in-pipe inspection
Background Pipeline infrastructure in oil and gas, water systems, and chemical processing requires regular internal inspections to detect corrosion, blockages, and structural damage. However, many pipelines are narrow, tortuous, and operate under variable pressure and flow conditions, making access with conventional tools difficult. Rigid robotic crawlers...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Farshid Alambeigi, Linh Nguyen, Van Ho
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Category(s): Life sciences > Diagnostic, Life sciences > Medical technology > Medical devices
Technology for fabricating dense sapphire nanostructures using near‑field focusing of ultrafast lasers
Background Nanostructuring ultrahard materials like sapphire is challenging due to their inherent hardness and chemical stability, which complicate the precise modification and removal of material. Traditional approaches such as multi­layer masking, low-power dry etching, and direct ultrafast laser processing have struggled to achieve the fine,...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Chih-Hao Chang, Kun-Chieh Chien, Joshua Cheung
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Category(s): Computer > Semiconductors, Physical sciences > Aerospace, Life sciences > Diagnostic
Cytokine analysis for seronegative autoimmune epilepsy diagnosis
This study found a unique profile of 14 elevated cytokines, potential bio­markers, in patients with a specific type of epilepsy (snAAE) that doesn’t respond to traditional antibody tests. Background Autoimmune-associated epilepsy (AAE) is a significant contributor to drug-resistant epilepsy cases, characterized by a positive response to...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Esther Melamed, Cole Maguire, Katherine Motovilov, Deborah Briggs
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Category(s): Life sciences > Diagnostic
Wearable tongue tracker for silent speech interfaces
MagTrack is a lightweight, wearable device that utilizes magnetic fields to track tongue movements, enabling silent speech recognition and other applications like speech therapy. Background Silent speech interfaces (SSIs) aim to restore communication for individuals who have lost their voice but retain the ability to articulate, such as those who...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Jun Wang, Beiming Cao
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Category(s): Life sciences > Diagnostic, Life sciences > Imaging
Computing system for cognitive impairment detection
This computing system can detect cognitive impairment. It presents memory and verbal tasks, analyzes user input, and provides care recommendations. Background Digital healthcare solutions are being intensely studied for rapid identification and effective management of patients with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders (ADRD). Early detection...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Robin Hilsabeck, Jeffrey Keller, Maya Henry, Paul Toprac, Paul Rathouz, Junyi Li, Ray Allen
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Category(s): Life sciences > Research tools > Tool/assay/screening platform, Life sciences > Diagnostic
Kinematic data analysis for stress detection
This technology uses movement data from laparoscopic instruments to detect stress levels in surgeons in near real-time. An AI model analyzes the data, identifying movement patterns associated with stress, and can be integrated into robotic surgical platforms for feedback and guidance. Background Laparoscopic surgery is a complex and demanding field...
Published: 1/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Ann Majewicz Fey, Yi Zheng
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Category(s): Life sciences > Diagnostic, Life sciences > Medical technology > TechBio (software innovation in healthcare)
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