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Medical & healthcare

Worm trap tests brain cell activity to reveal drug effects

Rarest natural element study could enable new radiotherapy

Implant and gel combination 'could heal damaged nerves'

This week: green shoots and the search for skills

Nanoparticle research holds promise for targeted drug delivery

Sealant closes wounds and hinders bacterial infection

Nanotech diagnostics to test for diseases and track infection

Smart particles release insulin into diabetics' bloodstream

Sci-fi staples becoming reality

Magnetic particles carry drugs across blood-brain barrier

Imaging system visualises metallic compounds and associated biomolecules

Implanted device predicts epilepsy seizures