Biomems/NEMS

Biomems (Biological Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) and NEMS (Nano-Electro-Mechanical Systems) are two types of nanotechnology-based devices used to measure and manipulate biological systems. They are used to study biological processes on the nanoscale, including single-cell analysis, drug delivery, and gene expression. Biomems rely on the integration of microfluidic systems, nanostructures, and sensors to detect, manipulate and measure biological systems. This technology is used to diagnose diseases and monitor health conditions, as well as create targeted drug delivery systems. Biomems have been used to create miniature robots that can crawl within blood vessels and monitor blood flow, as well as detect biomarkers in the body for early disease detection. NEMS, on the other hand, are nanoscale devices used to measure, manipulate and control interactions between molecules, atoms and nanostructures. NEMS are used to detect and measure very small changes in the environment. They can be used to measure light, temperature, force, and electrical signals, among others. NEMS can also be used to create nanoscale sensors and actuators for drug delivery, tissue engineering, and robotics. Both Biomems and NEMS are helping to advance medical research and technology. By allowing scientists to measure and manipulate molecular interactions on the nanoscale, they are enabling a deeper understanding of the biological systems we study, as well as creating new opportunities in medical diagnostics and treatments.