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Johns Hopkins researchers develop miniature magnetic drug delivery robots to target infections at the site
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The 2026 Medtech Big 100 breaks $500 billion
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Designing Vascular Access Sheaths for Complex InterventionsBy Sunil Inamdar, VP of Design Services and Engineering, Solesis As catheter-based interventions become more complex, the sheath can no…
How to Secure a Medical Device You Can’t PatchBy Joseph M. Saunders, Founder and CEO, RunSafe Security A medical device cleared today may stay in clinical service for…
Beyond real-time vitals: Enabling long-term biomarker measurement in wearable optical sensingBy Stephan Haslbeck, Product & Marketing Manager, ams OSRAM Modern wearables have become increasingly sophisticated in capturing real-time physiological data,…
What’s new in Thermoplastic Polyurethanes How ChronoFlex™ S delivers softness and strength for implantable medical devicesThermoplastic polyurethanes (TPUs) are an attractive material choice for implantable medical devices that require strength, softness, and processability. Unlike silicone,…
The Quiet Revolution in Battery Technology That’s Powering Your Next Artificial HeartBy Tyler Jacob, Marketing Manager Let’s cut through the noise: the future of medical and robotics innovation isn’t in flashy…
The 2026 MDO Medtech Startups Special ReportI’ll admit it. We’ve got a soft spot for startups at Medical Design & Outsourcing. Medical device startups put it…
maxon expands high-torque, high-speed BLDC motor rangeBy maxon The new 22mm diameter BLDC motor in maxon’s ECX PRIME series increases nominal torque to 69.1mNm with high-speed…
Pull Wires, Push Limits: Engineering Precision into Catheter NavigationOverview Designing and manufacturing precision steerable catheters for complex anatomies requires smart catheter design. Precision engineering plays a key role…
Optimizing Motion Systems for the High-Precision, High-Throughput Laser Cutting of Cylindrical Medical ProductsBy Brian Fink, Product Manager, Aerotech Optimizing motion systems to transform cylindrical tube stock into life-saving medical devices can be…
Your Trusted Medical Sealing PartnersBy John Tranquilli, Materials Manager Since 1971, Apple Rubber has been at the forefront of tackling the world’s most challenging…
Trusted Medical Industry PartnersAt Apple Rubber, we understand the medical industry’s need for precision, dependability, and adherence to the highest of standards. When…
Voices: Dr. David Crispino, Vice President of R&D at AtalysThis article is sponsored by Atalys. In this Voices interview, Medical Design & Outsourcing spoke with Dr. David Crispino, Vice…
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The 2026 Medtech Big 100 breaks $500 billion
Our authoritative ranking and analysis of the world’s largest medical device companies finds sales, R&D spending and employment on the upswing. By Managing Editor Jim Hammerand and Associate Editor Skyler Rivera The Medical Design & Outsourcing Medtech Big 100 ranking of the world’s largest medical device companies by revenue is bigger than ever, breaking the…
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Reactive xPEI polymer enables high-temperature SLS printing
NEWS RELEASE: New reactive polymer technology enables SLS printing of high-temperature amorphous components BlueSky Polymers, Insight Polymers and ALM join forces to produce an SLS-printable reactive polyetherimide (xPEI) that offers design and process flexibility for high-temperature, high-performance engineering parts. Kingsport, Tenn. — BlueSky Polymers, Insight Polymers and Advanced Laser Materials (ALM) have developed an amorphous, reactive…
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Medtronic, Recor, Oculogica and more make Time’s best inventions list
Time Magazine’s annual list of the best inventions of the year includes more than three dozen medical technologies, featuring everything from small wearable sensors up to hospital surgery and imaging systems, as well as artificial intelligence-powered programs for rapid diagnoses. It covers new advancements in common form factors — such as eyeglasses, watches and headbands…
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Johns Hopkins researchers develop miniature magnetic drug delivery robots to target infections at the site
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University created wireless magnetic miniature robots that travel through the body to deliver drugs to the heart and treat endocarditis in a minimally invasive procedure. “Infective endocarditis remains difficult to treat due to limited drug accumulation at infection sites via systemic delivery and reliance on invasive, high-risk surgery,” the researchers said…
