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Smartphone-controlled microneedles promise precision treatment for chronic diseases

Smartphone-controlled microneedles promise precision treatment for chronic diseases

Scientists have developed a drug patch that can deliver drugs wirelessly to patients. 

Artificial spider silk promises big strides towards sustainable textile manufacturing

Artificial spider silk promises big strides towards sustainable textile manufacturing

A new device is able to mimic natural spider silk production, offering a strong, flexible and eco-friendly sustainable alternative for the textile industry.

Not every fingerprint is unique, according to AI

Not every fingerprint is unique, according to AI

Engineers have used AI to make a startling revelation for the forensics community: that we’ve been comparing fingerprints in the wrong way…

Are these insect bots the smallest, lightest and fastest ever created?

Are these insect bots the smallest, lightest and fastest ever created?

Inspired by insects, researchers have developed tiny robots that can be used in artificial pollination, search and rescue, environmental monitoring, micro-fabrication or robotic-assisted surgery.

UK launches DragonFire – the laser weapon capable of slicing through drones

UK launches DragonFire – the laser weapon capable of slicing through drones

The UK has successfully fired its high-power DragonFire laser at aerial targets for the first time, demonstrating its ability to cut through drones.

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