A review article published by the Fudan University presented the most recent progress for these purposes, with an emphasis on material properties such as foreign body response, on integration schemes with biological tissues, and on their use as bioelectronic platforms.

The new review paper, published on Apr. 29 in the journal Cyborg and Bionic Systems, summarized an envisioned applications involve advanced implants for brain, cardiac, and other organ systems, with capabilities of bioactive materials that offer stability for human subjects and live animal models.

Discover how an innovative cyclic construction method for steel-UHPC composite arch bridges is set to transform long-span bridge building. Researchers from Hunan University present a solution that reduces costs, enhances load distribution, and improves crack resistance, offering significant advancements for future infrastructure projects.

With the rapid advancements in fifth-generation (5G) and sixth-generation (6G) technologies, along with aerospace innovations, satellite–terrestrial integrated networks (STINs) have garnered widespread attention.  A new comprehensive review in Engineering presents recent research on and developments in STIN technologies in 6G, such as topology maintenance, network routing, and orchestration transmission. Furthermore, it presents the latest developments in satellite networks, including platforms and simulators.

Discover how organoids are revolutionizing neurotrauma treatment. A new review in Engineering explores the construction and potential applications of spinal cord and peripheral nerve organoids for regenerative medicine. Learn about the latest advancements and challenges in this promising field.

To discover how machine learning (ML) is revolutionizing molecular crystal design and crystallization, a new review in Engineering explores ML’s role in accelerating solvate and co-crystal development, predicting crystal properties, and optimizing crystallization processes. Learn about the latest advancements and future prospects in this field.

Researchers have successfully tested an 80-kA REBCO cable-in-conduit conductor (CICC) for high-field fusion applications. The prototype demonstrated stability under extreme conditions, marking a significant step towards practical high-temperature superconductors (HTS) technology for future fusion reactors. Further work is needed to address remaining challenges, but this achievement brings us closer to realizing large-scale, high-field magnet applications.

Using comprehensive firm-level databases, this study presents the different trends in aggregate and individual labor shares in China's manufacturing sector during 1998-2016.The divergence is driven by firms gradually increasing market share and reducing labor share.