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UV light-emitting smart bandage for wound treatment
Researchers at the University of Southampton, UK, and Ifremer, France, have developed a wirelessly powered ultraviolet-C radiation-based disinfecting bandage for the sterilisation and treatment of...
Analysing sweat using microelectronic fibres
A microelectronic fibre that is capable of analysing electrolytes and metabolites in sweat and could be woven into clothing for healthcare applications is being developed...
Smart textile detects fever in infants
A researcher at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA, is exploring ways to use smart clothing to track newborn babies’ temperatures.
Printable sensors detect pathogens and toxins
Researchers at Tufts School of Engineering have developed a method of detecting bacteria, toxins and dangerous chemicals in the environment using a biopolymer sensor that...
Real-time monitoring with a wearable device reveals IBS-related changes
While there have been studies of irritable bowel syndrome-related abnormalities in the autonomic nervous system based on 24-hour electrocardiogram measurement, until now none of them...
Screen-printing method makes wearable electronics less expensive
A study led by Washington State University researchers has shown that electrodes can be made using just screen printing, creating a stretchable, durable circuit pattern...
‘Smart’ coating could make fabrics for protective wear
A durable copper-based coating developed in the US by researchers at Dartmouth College could be precisely integrated into fabric to create responsive and reusable materials,...
Stretchable strain sensor for health monitoring
A sensor that can detect minor changes in strain, has a greater range of motion than previous technologies and could be incorporated into fabrics is...
Integrated graphene heating and massage
The Heptathlon Black Technology Down Jacket from Chinese manufacturer Sundance received an IPSO Award 2022 for its integration of various electronic functions to enhance outdoor...
Wearable foetal monitoring technology
US engineering researchers at the University of California, Irvine have developed a novel method of monitoring foetal heart rate through a compact abdominal patch embedded...