Wireless implant detects oxygen deep within the body
Engineers have created a tiny wireless implant that can provide real-time measurements of tissue oxygen levels deep underneath the skin.
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A blood oxygenation biosensor for premature babies
Researchers have developed a wireless sensor that monitors the health of the baby's brain in a simple, inexpensive and comfortable way for the child.
Machine learning tool predicts intestinal disease in premature infants
Researchers develop new machine learning approach that shows promise in predicting Necrotizing enterocolitis; could lead to improved medical decision-making in neonatal ICUs.
Researchers are developing a ‘pandemic drone’ to detect coronavirus
A ‘pandemic drone’ to remotely monitor and detect people with infectious respiratory conditions is being developed.
Skin-mounted sensors monitor babies in the developing world
Researchers have developed a wireless monitoring system for newborn babies that can easily be implemented to provide clinical-grade care in nearly any setting.
AI may spot newborns at risk of blinding disease
An AI device may help identify newborns at risk for aggressive posterior retinopathy of prematurity (AP-ROP).
3D printed baby dummy for resuscitation training
A researcher developed a 3D printed baby dummy, based on an MRI scan of a real newborn baby, which could improve the training of the reanimation procedure.
Premature babies: robots are effective pain management tools
Researchers have designed a therapeutic robot that simulates human skin-to-skin contact, helping reduce pain for babies in the neonatal intensive care unit.
Wireless sensors monitor babies in NICU
Wireless body sensors could replace the tangle of wire-based sensors that currently monitor babies in hospitals’ NICU and pose a barrier to parent-baby cuddling and physical bonding.
Stress-free way to listen to your unborn baby’s heart
Checking the heartbeat of babies in the womb is set to become more accurate and less stressful for expectant mothers.
Smart fibers: Medication you can wear
Researchers are developing polymer fibers that recognize the need for therapy all by themselves and dose the active ingredients with precision and accuracy.
Wearables could help pregnant women detect health complications
Researchers are developing an app and wearable technology to enable pregnant women to use a smartphone to detect whether they have a condition that could lead to serious health complications for them or their unborn child.