Gummy-Like Robots to Help Prevent Disease (IMAGE)

Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Gummy-Like Robots to Help Prevent Disease

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EPFL scientists have developed microscopic, hydrogel-based muscles that can manipulate and mechanically stimulate biological tissue. These soft, biocompatible robots could be used for targeted therapy and to help diagnose and prevent disease.

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Nebahat Yenihayat

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