The Department of Science and Technology’s Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) has tapped nanocomposite filaments as material for 3D-printed prosthetics. In the latest feature of ...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the biotech industry by storm, allowing companies to speed up the drug discovery process while also making it more cost-effective. With so many companies in the ...

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Proper posture helps minimize pressure through your joints and reduces the risk of injury during daily activities. "Bad" posture is often correctable with stretches and strengthening exercises, as ...

Using 3D printing, engineering, and a lot of late nights, we created a fully functional prosthetic that’s as inspiring as it is high-tech. This isn’t just a build — it’s a reminder of how ...

For many individuals, traditional orthotics and prosthetics can feel like a compromise, offering function at the expense of comfort and personal fit. The limitations of generic designs often lead to ...

Cell programming biotech bit.bio is slimming its workforce by 25% as the company pivots to focus on biomedical tools instead of therapeutics development. The decision was driven by “shifting ...

Historically, prosthetic limbs were rudimentary, focusing primarily on basic functionality rather than comfort or adaptability. Wooden peg legs and rigid artificial limbs were once the norm.

Get Instant Summarized Text (Gist) A new material, "Roliner," enables amputees to adjust the fit of prosthetic limbs in real-time using a smartphone, enhancing comfort and personalization. This ...

Biotech is where science and technology meet to create innovative and impactful solutions such as diagnostics and drug development to deliver personalized patient care for life-threatening illnesses.

One day, the nitroplast may revolutionize farming. "It's one of the Holy Grails of biotechnology," says Jon Zehr, a now-retired microbial ecologist from UC Santa Cruz — the ability to engineer ...