Optical and electrical recording of neural activity evoked by graded contrast visual stimulus
Brain activity has been investigated by several methods with different principles, notably optical ones.

Molecular and bioengineering strategies to improve alginate and polydydroxyalkanoate production by Azotobacter vinelandii
Subjects covered by this review include research concerning the production of alginate and PHB by A. vinelandii, particularly aspects which include the molecular regulation of the production of the two polymers...

Researchers devise new tools to help pinpoint treatments for heart failure
Scientists studying heart cells have devised a new way to visualize and quantify the rise and fall in the activity of a key enzyme linked to heart failure...

Simulating human metabolism to find new diets to new drugs
Bioengineering researchers have painstakingly assembled a virtual human metabolic network that will give researchers a new way to hunt for better treatments for hundreds of human metabolic disorders

Scientists identify molecular cause for one form of deafness
Scientists exploring the physics of hearing have found an underlying molecular cause for one form of deafness...

Woven scaffolds could improve cartilage repair
Using a unique weaving machine of their design, researchers have created a three-dimensional fabric "scaffold" that could greatly improve the ability of physicians to repair damaged joints with the patient's own stem cells.

Mad Cow Breakthrough? Genetically Modified Cattle Are Prion Free
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have announced initial results of a research project involving prion-free cattle.

Berkeley Researchers Lay Groundwork for Cell Version of DNA Chip: New Technique Developed for Attaching Biological Cells to Non-Biological Surfaces
This technique holds promise for a wide variety of applications, including biosensors, drug-screening technologies, the growing of artificial tissues and the design of neural networks.

Researchers develop neural prosthesis allowing a monkey to feed self using only its brain
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have demonstrated that a monkey can feed itself with a robotic arm simply by using signals from its brain, an advance that could enhance prosthetics for people, especially those with spinal cord injuries.

New Class of Synthetic Capsules that Mimic Biological Cells Has Wide Array of Potential Uses
Applications in Gene Therapy, Drug Delivery, and Artificial Cell Design Expected

How Movement Lubricates Bone Joints: Sliding Forces Applied To Cartilage Surfaces Prompt Production Of Lubricating Molecules
Bioengineering researchers have shown that sliding forces applied to cartilage surfaces prompt cells in that tissue to produce molecules that lubricate and protect joints.

New horizons of nerve repair
Biomedical engineer trips up proteins in nerve regeneration system

MU physicist creating vascular tissue; could lead to 'natural' human organs
Gabor Forgacs’ work with organ engineering is an excellent example of how current interdisciplinary research in the life sciences may have a profound impact on future generations.

Tissue engineering experts discuss orthopaedics applications
A future in which laboratory-grown organs and stimulated growth of muscle, bones and nerves could play a major role in treating medical conditions was revealed at a Tissue Engineering Symposium

UCSD Bioengineers Discover Possible Cause And Treatment For Life-Threatening Shock
Researchers prevented shock and multiple organ failure in experimental animals by blocking powerful pancreatic digestive enzymes in the intestine, according to studies by bioengineers.

Genetically Engineered Blood Protein Can Be Used To Split Water Into Oxygen And Hydrogen
Scientists have combined two molecules that occur naturally in blood to engineer a molecular complex that uses solar energy to split water into hydrogen and oxygen

UCSD Bioengineers Fabricate Joint Cartilage Which Mimics Structure and Function of Natural Tissue
UCSD bioengineers have fabricated cartilage tissue which for the first time mimics the multi-layered structure and cellular functions of natural articular cartilage.

Rice bioengineers develop method to grow 3-D bone matrix
Researchers use flowing fluids to create mechanical stress needed for bone formation

Closer to nature: new biomaterials and tissue engineering in ophthalmology
Ophthalmology has a long history of successful conventional biomaterial applications including viscoelastics, drug delivery vehicles, contact lenses, and a variety of implants.

The impact of tissue engineering on dentistry
The authors provide a general review of the principles underlying key tissue engineering strategies, as well as the typical components used.