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Patent Awarded: AI powered mobility assessment system (No. US 12,343,138 B2)

Abstract: To assess the mobility of a user, a mobility assessment system obtains a video of a user having a plurality of video frames from a camera. The mobility assessment system generates a three-dimensional (3D) skeleton model of the user based on the plurality of video frames, and determines a range of motion of the user based on a change in position of the 3D skeleton model over the plurality of video frames. Then the mobility assessment system provides an indication of the range of motion of the user for display. Also, the mobility assessment system delivers tailored exercises and suggestions to enhance user mobility and reduce the risk of falls. Source: US-12343138-B2

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Publication: Proceedings from SOUPS ’25 – Can You Walk Me Through It? Explainable SMS Phishing Detection using LLM-based Agents

Authors: Yizhu Wang, Haoyu Zhai, Chenkai Wang, Qingying Hao, Nick A Cohen, Roopa Foulger, Jonathan A Handler, and Gang Wang. Abstract SMS phishing poses a significant threat to users, especially older adults. Existing defenses mainly focus on phishing detection, but often cannot explain why the SMS is malicious to lay users. In this paper, we use large language models (LLMs) to detect SMS phishing while generating evidence-based explanations. The key challenge is that SMS is short, lacking the necessary context for security reasoning. We develop a prototype called SmishX which gathers external contexts (e.g., domain and brand information, URL redirection, and web screenshots) to augment the chain-of-thought (CoT) reasoning of LLMs. Then, the reasoning process is converted into a short explanation message to help users with their decision-making. Evaluation using real-world SMS datasets shows SmishX can achieve…

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Past Webinar – Technological Advancements in Functional Assessments and Fall Prevention, John Ralston and Hamed Tabkhi

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37KcJYSMRHE Overview: This webinar gives an overview of two of the MassAITC pilot projects.  John Ralston, from Neursantys describes their work on bioelectronic restoration of the body’s aging balance system.  In addition, Hamed Tabkhi of ForesightCares discusses their product, AVA, which is an AI-powered, video-based mobile app designed to enable clinically grounded fall risk assessments directly in the home. Abstracts: Wearable diagnostic sensors and personalized bioelectronic therapeutics for the treatment of neurophysiological conditions Bioelectronics has been an important component of modern medicine for more than half a century, because of the ability to provide functional recovery for conditions with limited pharmaceutical treatment options. Bioelectronic devices have now received regulatory approval for a growing range of medical conditions and have been shown to provide effective treatment for a growing range of neurological conditions.In this talk we will review the…

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Strategic Partnership: Synseer Partners with MindMics to Deliver Real-Time Heart Health Insights Through Everyday In-ear Devices

CAMBRIDGE, MA – May 29, 2025 — synseer, a leader in personalized health optimization, has announced a strategic collaboration with MindMics, the pioneer of in-ear infrasonic hemodynography (IH). Through this partnership, Synseer will integrate the MindMics Heart Health Platform into its intelligent wellness ecosystem—bringing real-time heart health insights directly to its users. “The integration of MindMics’ Heart Health Platform is a powerful addition to synseer’s mission of enabling real-time, data-driven wellness,” said John Martino II, CEO of synseer. “Our users will now have access to high-fidelity health data that was previously only available in clinical environments—empowering smarter decisions, every day.” MindMics’ patented technology captures low-frequency acoustic biosignals from within the ear canal, enabling non-invasive tracking of vital heart health metrics—including heart rate, heart rate variability, and physiological states related to stress and recovery. These clinically…

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Past Webinar – The Impact of Light Exposure on Sleep: A Pilot Study, Erik Page (Blue Iris Labs)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcBlsqpNYeg Abstract: Light exposure is the primary regulator of human circadian rhythms, influencing many aspects of our physiology and behavior, including sleep, alertness, and mood, as well as many neuroendocrine and cognitive functions. While we have evolved experiencing “bright days and dark nights,” most of us now experience significantly darker days and brighter nights than our pre-modern ancestors, likely resulting in widespread circadian disruption. And as we age, the relationship between light exposure, circadian rhythms, and sleep can be further compromised both through normal aging (e.g., less light reaching the retina due to clouding of the lens) and age-related risk factors, such as Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), which is known to damage the brain’s master clock. This webinar will review the current science related to light exposure, circadian rhythms, and sleep, looking at aging and AD…

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Publication: Returning Individualized Wearable Sensor Results to Older Adult Research Participants: A Pilot Study

Authors: Shelby L Bachman, Krista S Leonard-Corzo, Jennifer M Blankenship, Michael A Busa, Corinna Serviente, Matthew W Limoges, Robert T Marcotte, Ieuan Clay, Kate Lyden Abstract Background: Wearable sensors that monitor physical behaviors are increasingly adopted in clinical research. Older adult research participants have expressed interest in tracking and receiving feedback on their physical behaviors. Simultaneously, researchers and clinical trial sponsors are interested in returning results to participants, but the question of how to return individual study results derived from research-grade wearable sensors remains unanswered. In this study, we (1) assessed the feasibility of returning individual physical behavior results to older adult research participants and (2) obtained participant feedback on the returned results. Methods: Older adult participants (N = 20; ages 67-96) underwent 14 days of remote monitoring with 2 wearable sensors. We then used a semiautomated…

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Past Webinar – Harnessing the Power of Technology to Change the Way We Age, Alex Glazebrook (OATS from AARP)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ao6Sif3Q5Y Abstract: Our society is aging alongside a rapid increase in the evolution and advancement of technology that mediates daily life. The use and adoption of technology by older adults has increased in the recent past, but differences remain with their younger counterparts and the effects of digital disconnection in later life are more acute. This session will present recent technology adoption and use trends among older adults as well as accompanying solutions that can aid in the adoption of technology by older adults, including future directions and expected developments. Biography: Alex Glazebrook, PhD, VP of Programs at Older Adults Technology Services from AARP As VP of Programs, Alex Glazebrook is responsible for ensuring an outstanding experience for the older adults who participate in the many training and support programs that OATS offers. Alex earned…

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