Plastics Redefining Medical Treatments

Revolutionizing Cataract Treatment with 3D-Printed Implants Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) are developing a resin that could be used for 3D printing to produce custom-made lenses at lower costs and with increased accessibility.

Polymeric Biosensors: A New Era in Medical Diagnostics Polymeric membranes are not only enhancing the capabilities of biosensors but are also revolutionizing point-of-care diagnostics, offering rapid, accurate, and efficient disease detection.

Antibacterial Polymers: Advancing in Public Health Antibacterial polymers are engineered to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, making them essential in healthcare and public settings.

Polyurethane (PU): Latest Biomedical Applications Polyurethane (PU) is a highly adaptable polymer recognized in the biomedical field. Its ability to be tailored by adjusting its soft and hard segments grants it superior mechanical strength and biocompatibility.

Polymers in Cancer Treatment: Innovations and Applications In oncology, polymers have become powerful tools for boosting cancer treatment efficacy and patient compliance.

Hydrogel Skins: Soft Interfaces for Intelligent Systems Hydrogels, composed of 3D polymer networks with high water content, closely mimic the mechanical properties of human tissues and organs, making them ideal for contact with human skin.

Adhesive Hydrogel Prevents Scar Tissue Formation in Medical Implants MIT's new adhesive hydrogel coatings have significant potential to enhance implanted medical devices' long-term performance and reliability.