Jul 20, 2022

Harvard University researchers used focused rotary jet spinning (FRJS) technology to fabricate polymer fibers that mimic the helical structure of heart muscles. They created ventricle structures with the method and then seeded them with rat cardiomyocyte or human stem cell-derived cardiomyocyte cells, according to a news release from the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering… […] Researchers at MIT have developed an active fiber and process that uses heat to activate face masks and conform to an individual’s face. The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the importance of face masks that effectively seal around the nose and mouth. However, faces and their features vary and make standard one-size-fits-all face masks less effective.… […] Fresenius Medical Care remains focused on innovations to provide more real-time connectivity for dialysis patients. That was a big takeaway from a recent Medical Design & Outsourcing interview with Dr. Robert Kossmann, who has a unique perspective on kidney care. He’s the global chief of medical affairs for Fresenius Medical Care and chief medical officer… […] Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities recently received a $3.7 million grant to prepare for a human clinical trial of artificial, bioengineered blood vessels. The new funding is through the U.S. Dept. of Defense’s Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs. It will go toward the preparation needed for a human clinical trial of artificial,… […] It’s about figuring out how and where to go with the cardiac ablation and then engineering the best catheter-based delivery device, according to a top Acutus Medical scientist. Cardiac ablation is when a physician intentionally destroys a small amount of tissue in the heart to treat and prevent heart rhythm problems. The procedure creates therapeutic… […] Laboratory instrument manufacturer Rainin has purchased a new 93,240-square-foot facility in Vacaville, California to expand its manufacturing operations. Oakland-based Ranin plans to open the facility this summer with 60 employees and grow that figure to 100 over time. The building at 4790 Midway Road near Interstate 505 was developed by LDK Ventures as the second… […] Medline announced that it will officially open a new 1.4 million-square-foot Illinois distribution center next week. The Grayslake, Illinois, distribution center is estimated to be the largest medical-grade distribution center in the U.S., according to a Medline spokesperson, and will service facilities throughout the Midwest. Medline’s facility is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-certified, reflecting… […] Medical device manufacturers are increasingly pessimistic about the supply of semiconductors, according to Deloitte’s latest survey of the industry. Some said they’ve slowed down or halted manufacturing operations after depleting their semiconductor inventories, and nearly 80% of survey respondents reporting extended lead times, with some stretching more than a year. “More than 75% of our… […] Diversified Ulbrich announced today that it enhanced its processing capabilities with a new, custom-built taping machine. The company said in a news release that applying adhesive tape to sheet metal protects the surface from damage due to abrasions or debris during laser cutting, stamping and other secondary processing, while also keeping metals safe during storage… […] Rapid curing material manufacturer Dymax announced today that it entered into a distribution partnership with Krayden. Torrington, Connecticut-based Dymax said in a news release that Mexico-based Krayden will focus its efforts on promoting and supporting the sales of Dymax light-curing solutions to the electronics, automotive and aerospace and defense markets throughout Mexico. Krayden will act… […]