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Get a feel of this tech: #NTUsg scientists have invented a wearable device that can potentially disrupt the skincare industry, together with partners A*STAR and global consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble. Known as HapSense, this #patentpending device consists of a wristband and a ring with a soft sensor, which can detect the smoothness and softness of any surface, be it skin, hair or fabric. Using HapSense, scientists can easily map out how one's skin feels and quantify it in minutes, unlike the current gold standard of using conventional #skincaretesting panels which can take several weeks. It is also low-cost and affordable – 10 times cheaper than test panels. Co-leading the development of HapSense is Prof Xiaodong Chen, who worked with Dr Susan Gong from the P&G Singapore Innovation Center (SgIC) and Dr Liu Zhihua from the A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) over the last seven years. Prof Louis Phee, NTU's Vice President (Innovation and Entrepreneurship), said the University's close collaborations with world-leading industry partners have resulted in an innovative product that showcases the potential of #softelectronics in many real-life applications. https://ntu.sg/HAPSENSE #NTUsgInnovation #NTUsgResearch #ConsumerProducts #NTUsgIndustryonCampus NTU Innovation and Entrepreneurship (NTU I&E)

If there's a single remarkable material essential for creating a resilient Iron Man suit, it would undoubtedly be the Bilayer Liquid-Solid Conductor (BiLiSC), developed by Professor Chwee Teck (C.T.) Lim, Director and Principal Investigator at iHealthech, and his postdoctoral fellow, Dr Chen Shuwen. This cutting-edge material boasts exceptional flexibility and astounding self-healing capability, enabling it to maintain robust conductivity and circuitry even in the harshest conditions. The findings of this study were published in the November 2022 issue of Advanced Materials. To know more about the incredible capabilities of this wonder material, you can explore the details in the following articles from The Straits Times and the National University of Singapore News. The Strait Times: NUS breakthrough a boost for more durable, comfortable healthcare equipment https://lnkd.in/gu65SrQf NUSnews: Enhancing stretchable electronics: NUS researchers develop novel liquid metal circuits for flexible, self-healing wearables https://lnkd.in/gYi_AR4Y Advanced Materials Journal link https://lnkd.in/gwC_4jfa

USA: Hemp-Based Electronic Textiles for Sustainable and Wearable Applications "This study presents a straightforward and scalable method for creating e-textiles using ecofriendly hemp fiber. The hemp fiber was coated with biocompatible reduced graphene oxide and polypyrrole to produce a robust and flexible electrode. The hemp e-textile was stable against different mechanical deformations, such as bending, stretching, and twisting. It was demonstrated that the electrode could be effectively used for resistive heating in wearable devices, producing the necessary heat at safe voltage levels. Additionally, when utilized as a wearable body movement tracking device, the coated hemp yarn effectively monitored finger, wrist, and elbow movements. The signal produced during movement monitoring was consistent and repeatable, indicating its suitability for practical applications. Furthermore, the hemp e-textiles exhibit exceptional durability and reusability under different environmental conditions, making them highly sustainable." https://lnkd.in/e3AeSmCg

𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐢𝐧-𝐎𝐧𝐞, 𝐖𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐡𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬. Athletes are at high risk of dehydration, fatigue, and cardiac disorders due to extreme performance in often harsh environments. Despite advancements in sports training protocols, there is an urgent need for a non-invasive system capable of comprehensive health monitoring. Although a few existing wearables measure athlete's performance, they are limited by a single function, rigidity, bulkiness, and required straps and adhesives. Here, an all-in-one, multi-sensor integrated wearable system utilizing a set of nanomembrane soft sensors and electronics, enabling wireless, real-time, continuous monitoring of saliva osmolality, skin temperature, and heart functions is introduced. This system, using a soft patch and a sensor-integrated mouthguard, provides comprehensive monitoring of an athlete's hydration and physiological stress levels. A validation study in detecting real-time physiological levels shows the device's performance in capturing moments (400–500 s) of synchronized acute elevation in dehydration (350%) and physiological strain (175%) during field training sessions. Demonstration with a few human subjects highlights the system's capability to detect early signs of health abnormality, thus improving the healthcare of sports athletes. https://lnkd.in/grg6qNRe

Revolutionizing Coffee Tasting: Wearable Tech Brews a New Era of Quality Assessment ☕ In an industry steeped in tradition, a novel approach is percolating: Italian researchers have infused coffee tasting with wearable technology, aiming to distill the essence of quality through objective analysis. This innovation, detailed in SCI's Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, could very well redefine the art of coffee assessment. Key Insights: ☕ Wearable sensors on international coffee judges have captured heart, brain, and skin activity, offering a window into the subconscious delights of coffee tasting. ☕ Biomedical signals like ECG, GSR, and EEG have brewed a strong correlation with traditional questionnaire data, validating this tech-infused approach. ☕ The study pours out potential for neuromarketing, guiding consumers towards coffee blends that not only taste great but resonate emotionally. Strategic Implications: 🌐 This leap in sensory analysis technology heralds a new frontier for the coffee industry, where bias is filtered out, leaving a purer assessment of quality. 🌐 Neuromarketing could become the compass that directs consumer choices, blending ethical consumption with sensory satisfaction. Investment Opportunities: 💡 The fusion of wearable tech and sensory analysis signals a hot spot for investors keen on the intersection of consumer behavior and technology. 💡 There's a fresh investment aroma around sustainable coffee products, as this technology could steer consumer preferences towards ethical and sustainable choices. 💡 AI-driven platforms that analyze consumer behavior through emotional responses are brewing up to be the next big thing in market research. The wearable tech revolution in coffee tasting is not just about enhancing flavor profiles; it's about enriching the consumer experience and making every sip count. For investors, this is a call to awaken to the opportunities in sensory technology that can transform industries and consumer habits. For a deeper dive into how wearable tech is reshaping markets, follow Market Unwinded - Your guide to strategic foresight in innovation. Read More: https://lnkd.in/drnABsA8 #CoffeeTasting #WearableTech #SensoryAnalysis #Neuromarketing #InvestmentOpportunities #MarketUnwinded #ConsumerBehaviorAnalysis

🤔 Do electronic textiles have the potential to become sustainable? Issues related to sustainability, reusability, and durability are becoming a topic in the area of smart textiles. ⚙ A research group from the United States has addressed this challenge, presenting a scalable method for creating e-textiles using eco-friendly hemp fibres. Hemp fibres have been used to produce robust and flexible electrodes 💡 Hemp e-textile was stable against different mechanical deformations, such as bending, stretching, and twisting. It was demonstrated that the electrode could be effectively used for resistive heating in wearable devices, producing the necessary heat at safe voltage levels. ➡ Read more about it in the research article titled: Hemp-Based Electronic Textiles for Sustainable and Wearable Applications #etextiles #smartetxtiles #advancdmaterials #sustainablesmarttextiles #sustainabletextiles #textiletechnology #textileresearch #hempfibres #heptextiles #recyclableetextiles #advances #research

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