Biotechnology A simple artificial heart could permanently replace a failing human one The small, streamlined design could have benefits over other devices. by Emily Mullin 2018-03-16T12:25:00-04:00
Innovator Svenja Hinderer A design for a heart valve that’s biodegradable—potentially eliminating the need for repeat surgeries. 2017-08-16T07:00:00-04:00
Connectivity Track Your Heart with Your Phone, Even If Your Phone’s in Your Bag A smartphone may be able to measure your heart and breathing rates, even if you’re not directly touching it, researchers say. by Rachel Metz 2015-11-12T00:00:00-05:00
Rewriting Life Bionic Muscles Toughen Up Hybrid materials made of cardiac cells and carbon nanotubes might patch damaged hearts and provide muscle for robots made of living tissues. by Katherine Bourzac 2013-02-11T00:00:00-05:00
Rewriting Life Smart-Phone App Tracks Heart Rate Researchers show that a smart phone can measure some vital signs accurately and conveniently. by Erica Westly 2011-10-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rewriting Life Injecting Stem Cells into the Heart Could Stop Chronic Chest Pain Early research suggests that the treatment works by promoting blood vessel growth. by Karen Weintraub 2011-07-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rewriting Life A Nanotube Patch to Help Heal the Heart Researchers create carbon nanotubes that mimic natural tissue and can regenerate heart cells in a dish. by Karen Weintraub 2011-05-19T18:12:00-04:00
Rewriting Life A Genetic Test for Organ Rejection Rising levels of donor DNA in recipients’ blood could mean the organ is in danger. by Emily Singer 2011-03-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rewriting Life Shocking Treatment for Heart Repair A device sends shockwaves to prompt blood vessel growth. by Lauren Gravitz 2010-05-20T00:00:00-04:00
Rewriting Life How Fish Grow New Hearts Could mimicking the process in humans rejuvenate damaged hearts? by Emily Singer 2010-03-26T00:00:00-04:00
