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National Science Foundation: Science of Innovation: Electronic Tattoo
An electronic tattoo can attach right to the skin and continuously monitor a person's health. It came about as a collaboration between two scientists from different fields of expertise. Its adhesive properties were inspired by a gecko's...
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Science Friday: Gecko Inspired Bandages for Medical Use
Researchers have developed an adhesive surgical bandage inspired by the structures on the feet of a gecko. Join guest host Joe Palca in this segment for a conversation with Karp about the work, and why scientists are taking design tips...
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National Science Foundation: Shoe Based Tech Helps Amputees Get More Help From Physical Therapy
A company called Veristride demonstrates their assistive walking technology at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show. They have developed insoles that incorporate data tools for analyzing a person's movements and walking gait....
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Field Trip! Can You Stomach It?
Philadelphia's Mutter Museum has a lot of heart, and other organs too. [5 mins. 3 secs.]