Tech Humanoid robot performs medical procedures via remote control Could these advanced robots be what struggling healthcare systems need?

Tiny remote-controlled blob robots may revolutionize infection treatment by eradicating stubborn bacterial biofilms on medical implants with precision and ease.

Now, miniature biological robots have gained a new trick: remote control. The hybrid 'eBiobots' are the first to combine soft materials, living muscle and microelectronics, said researchers.

Both allow it to perform seven varied medical procedures using a remote control operated by a human using foot pedals, HTC Vive trackers, and motion-capture cameras.

Healthcare systems worldwide are struggling with overcrowded hospitals, physician burnout, and rising surgery delays. The University of California San Diego (UCSD) is looking into humanoid robots ...