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Medical & healthcare

Ultrasound waves could make skin more permeable to drugs

Technology could enhance systems for cell growth in labs

Laser-based system could deliver drugs painlessly

NMR tool allows analysis of nanometre-sized samples

Pump 'enables fermentation-powered drug-delivery patches'

Business secretary outlines vision for British industry

MPs call for government leadership on industrial growth

Biosensor monitors glucose from fluids other than blood

Self-powered devices could help people monitor health

FirstGroup rail franchise to come under scrutiny

Software could benefit people with speech or mobility issues

Tough hydrogel could replace damaged cartilage in joints