NEEDLE 3 (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Rice University mechanical engineer Peter Lillehoj and postdoctoral researcher Xue Jiang have developed a rapid diagnostic for malaria that requires no special equipment or expertise. The device may be used to diagnose diseases through biomarkers in dermal interstitial fluid. Credit Jeff Fitlow/Rice University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.