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Balin Moher, founder of Morius and propulsion engineer at Reaction Dynamics, gives his keynote speech during the recent 2026 Siemens Realize Live conference and exhibition. (Image: Siemens) On this episode of the Aerospace & Defense Technology podcast, Reaction Dynamics propulsion engineer and Morius  founder Balin Moher explains how artificial intelligence, digital engineering, and structured engineering data could help reshape how aerospace teams design and validate complex rocket systems.

Overview The July 2026 issue of Tech Briefs magazine (Vol. 50 No. 7), titled "Physical AI: From Hype to Reality," presents a comprehensive exploration of how physical artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming robotics and automation across multiple industries. This immersive issue covers the advances, challenges, and practical applications of physical AI, emphasizing its growing impact from experimental concepts to productive, real-world use.

Millions of people worldwide face vision loss from keratoconus, a condition that weakens and reshapes the cornea. Researchers are developing a next-generation hydrogel implant designed to mimic the function of human corneal tissue—offering a potential donor-independent solution that could transform access to vision-restoring care. By combining advanced materials science with biomedical engineering, this innovation aims to make corneal repair more scalable, accessible, and effective.

Humanoid Robots Enter the Operating Room Robots are stepping into the operating room, opening new possibilities for the future of surgery. Researchers are developing humanoid robotic systems designed to perform complex surgical tasks, using advanced teleoperation, VR-based controls, and precise laparoscopic techniques.

Liver failure remains one of medicine’s most challenging problems, with many patients unable to access life-saving transplants. Researchers are pioneering a new approach: an injectable “booster liver” built from engineered tissues and liver cells designed to restore critical organ functions.

Telehealth is only as strong as its connection. In this episode, Kelly Collins, Managing Director of SureAdhere by Dimagi, discusses how healthcare teams can deliver, document, and coordinate care in low-connectivity environments — from rural clinics to global health programs — using offline-capable mobile tools, decision support, and delayed data synchronization. Subscribe to the Medical Design Briefs podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify .

Telehealth is only as strong as its connection. In this episode, Kelly Collins, Managing Director of SureAdhere by Dimagi, discusses how healthcare teams can deliver, document, and coordinate care in low-connectivity environments — from rural clinics to global health programs — using offline-capable mobile tools, decision support, and delayed data synchronization. Subscribe to the Medical Design Briefs podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify .

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