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First Hyperlens For Sound Waves Created
Researchers have developed
the world's first acoustic
hyperlens, a device that
provides an eightfold boost
in the magnification power
of ultrasound, underwater
sonar and other sound-based
... > full story
Lasers Generate Underwater Sound: Potential For Naval And Commercial Underwater Acoustic Applications
Scientists are developing a
new technology for use in
underwater acoustics. The
new technology uses flashes
of laser light to remotely
... > full story
Innovative Technology Shatters The Barriers Of Modern Light Microscopy
Researchers are using a
combination of light and
ultrasound to visualize
fluorescent proteins that
are seated several
... > full story
First Acoustic Metamaterial 'Superlens' Created
Scientists have created the
world's first acoustic
"superlens," an innovation
that could have practical
implications for
high-resolution ultrasound
... > full story
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Sound Waves Save Roads
September 24, 2009 — Every year European roads are built and repaired to the tune of several billion Euros. Intensive efforts are underway all over the world to get 'more road for your money' by developing better methods ... > full story -
New Chemical Imaging Technique Could Help In Fight Against Atherosclerosis, Suggests Research
August 19, 2009 — A new chemical imaging technique could one day help in the fight against atherosclerosis, suggests new research. Atherosclerosis is the disease underlying most heart attacks and strokes and it is ... > full story -
Autonomous Robot Detects Shrapnel In Flesh
June 24, 2009 — Bioengineers have developed a laboratory robot that can successfully locate tiny pieces of metal within flesh and guide a needle to its exact location --- all without the need for human ... > full story -
Advanced Image Analysis Can Provide Better Risk Assessment In Hardening Of The Arteries
June 17, 2009 — Ultrasound examination of the carotid artery is a patient-friendly and inexpensive method for assessing atherosclerosis and thereby predicting the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Researchers have ... > full story -
Revolutionary Ultrasonic Nanotechnology May Allow Scientists To See Inside Patient’s Individual Cells
June 3, 2009 — Revolutionary ultrasonic nanotechnology that could allow scientists to see inside a patient’s individual cells to help diagnose serious illnesses is under ... > full story -
3T MRI Detects 'Early' Breast Cancer Not Seen On Mammography And Sonography
May 6, 2009 — 3T MRI, a powerful tool for evaluating patients with a high risk of having breast cancer, can detect a significant number of lesions not found on mammography and sonography, according to a new ... > full story -
Gene-laden Bubbles Grow New Blood Vessels
April 29, 2009 — Progress in human gene therapy -- the insertion of therapeutic DNA into tissues and cells in the human body -- has been slower than expected since the first clinical trials in 1990. One of the ... > full story -
Exploding Bubbles Trim The Prostate
April 28, 2009 — In the traditional treatment for prostate growths, a rigid instrument is inserted through the penis and used to scrape away cells lining the walnut-sized gland. Urologists are developing a less ... > full story -
Reversing Time To Spot Cracks In Gas Pipes
April 28, 2009 — Checking natural gas pipelines for wear and tear costs big bucks. Sections of pipe must be manually exhumed to be tested for cracks or corrosion with acoustic or magnetic scanners. Scientists are now ... > full story -
Ultrasound Imaging Now Possible With Smartphone
April 22, 2009 — Computer engineers are bringing the minimalist approach to medical care and computing by coupling USB-based ultrasound probe technology with a smartphone, enabling a compact, mobile computational ... > full story
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