Sonde One app (vocal biomarker research platform) has incorporated two new capabilities whose development was funded through this pilot project (Mobile Monitoring of Cognitive Change "M2C2" mobile cognitive assessments and audio playback functionality). Sonde already makes it research platform available to collaborators in other studies and these upgraded functionalities will be made available to interested researchers.
NIA-funded researchers have developed a low-cost, universal attachment that some people may be able to use with a smartphone to measure blood pressure from their fingertips. News of the device was published in Scientific Reports. Hand holds blood pressure device, pulse from finger of other hand is being measuredPrototype of the BPClip, courtesy of the Digital Health Lab/University of California, San Diego.University of California, San Diego researchers developed “BPClip” for at-home access to blood pressure monitoring, especially for people who find it difficult to access health care services. A plastic clip attaches to a smartphone camera and is used with a custom smartphone application to measure blood pressure from the pulse at the user’s fingertip as the finger presses into the clip. Other cuffless devices require calibration using blood pressure cuffs. BPClip does not —…
MindMics Heart Health System was an honoree recipient of the CES 2024 Innovation Awards in both the digital health and wearables technologies categories. "MindMics Heart Health System is an innovative and comprehensive solution designed to address the growing need for next-generation heart health monitoring. At the core of our technology is the patented in-ear Infrasonic Hemodynography (IH), which enables heart health monitoring through TWS earbuds. Our system combines clinical accuracy of a 99% IH-ECG correlation to measuring each heartbeat. MindMics provides users a dashboard based on their personal baseline showing physiological states in real time. Placing emphasis on stress recovery and blood pressure management, our solutions are tailored to meet individual needs, providing actionable steps for users to manage their health and thrive." Source: CES Innovation Awards® | 2024
U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/479,181 - Edward Wang et al. - MECHANICAL ATTACHMENT FOR CAMERA-BASED BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING [SD2022-171-1; 009062-8489.US00]
https://youtu.be/VLEL_qlBLFA?si=0oCfae1LTswkZyPG Abstract: Nearly half of adults over 75 experience functional limitations, often worsened by physical inactivity and sedentary behavior. There is an inherent need for innovative technologies—such as wearables, sensors, and AI systems—to detect early declines and support timely interventions that maintain independence and quality of life. This webinar explored potential innovative approaches that are being developed through the support of the MassAITC pilot program to support functional health and independence among older adults through wearable and ambient sensor technologies. Dr. Amanda Paluch (University of Massachusetts) presented her pilot study on detecting frailty in home environments using non-invasive, whole-room body heat sensors (Butlr Care). Her team’s interdisciplinary work aims to develop low-burden, contactless algorithms capable of continuously monitoring movement patterns to detect early signs of frailty and support interventions that promote aging in place. Dr.…
[Burlingame, CA–November 6, 2023] – Butlr, a leading provider of anonymous people-sensing technology, today announced the availability of Butlr Care. The solution offers a new option for senior living communities to improve safety and care while protecting privacy and simplifying daily life for residents and staff. By passively monitoring movement patterns via thermal sensors, Butlr Care can alert caregivers when seniors need assistance. Butlr also announced partnerships with leading solution providers that are deploying the technology. "We’re thrilled to offer a new technology option for senior living communities and solutions providers that delivers real value. Our aim is to make ambient monitoring part of a new care standard – one that protects privacy, simplifies caregiving, and strengthens the bottom line." Honghao Deng, CEO and co-founder of Butlr By 2031, the U.S. will need an additional…
MindMics has been selected for the prestigious 2023 HeartX cardiovascular-focused healthcare accelerator, launched by HealthTech Arkansas and MedAxiom. Within the HeartX program, MindMics will gain access to hospitals interested in conducting clinical studies and piloting the technology. Source: HealthTech Arkansas - press release of 2023 HeartX Cohort