Category: Technology
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Bridging Biomaterials Research and Clinical Care: Advancements in Sustainable Healthcare
Olivia Bell ’27 Craniosynostosis (CS) is a congenital condition characterized by the premature fusion of cranial sutures due to abnormal developmental pathways (Governale et al., 2015). This fusion can lead to increased intracranial pressure, cognitive impairment, and visible skull deformities. Current treatments include helmet therapy and minimally invasive surgical procedures. However, re-craniosynostosis can occur, limiting…
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The Advancements and Ethical Concerns of Neuralink
Camille Perez ’27 Imagine being able to control a screen with your mind. Though this might sound like a gimmick of telekinesis, Neuralink’s brain-computer interface (BCI) has recently made this possible, having great potential to improve the lives of those with disabilities by restoring function and autonomy. The Neuralink company, founded by Elon Musk, utilizes…
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Mass Spectrometry in Medicine
Vyas Pujari ’26 Over the past few decades, mass spectrometry has emerged as a powerful analytical tool, routinely employed to detect and quantify thousands of biomolecules, including proteins and metabolites. While its primary application has been in the realm of biological research, mass spectrometry also holds significant utility in medicine. Mass spectrometry operates by ionizing…