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This injectable gel can help to diagnose brain injury — then it disappears. The squishy sensors could be used to monitor the brain for tumours or injury, before eventually degrading.

The squishy sensors could be used to monitor the brain for tumours or injury, before eventually degrading.

Researchers have developed biodegradable, wireless sensors that can monitor changes in the brain following a head injury or cancer treatment, without invasive surgery. To obtain the best experience, we recommend you use a more up to date browser (or turn off compatibility mode in Internet Explorer). In the meantime, to ensure continued support, we are displaying the site without styles and JavaScript.

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