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Medical & healthcare

Portable biosensor uses smartphone camera as spectrometer

3D imaging of live cow embryos holds promise for IVF treatments

Portable diagnostic tool detects disease in 15 minutes

TNT technology set to transform tissue regeneration market

Microscopic cubes trap cells with magnetic actuation

"Pop-up" endoscope arm could perform operations in lungs or brain

Ceramic implant opens brain to ultrasound therapies

Back pain prevented by biomechanical device

Slug-inspired bio-glue binds like cartilage

New technique targets cancer tissues

Algorithm tailors walking rehab to individual needs

Video of the week: Stanford tubular robot grows like a vine