The device can grip and pull tissue, and is controlled entirely by external magnetic fields (IMAGE)

University of Toronto Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering

The device can grip and pull tissue, and is controlled entirely by external magnetic fields

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This miniature device, shown next to a model brain, is known as the twisted string actuated forceps. It can grip and pull tissue, and is controlled entirely by external magnetic fields. (photo by University of Toronto Engineering / Tyler Irving)

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photo by University of Toronto Engineering / Tyler Irving

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