Intelligent Wearable Systems: the Future has Arrived - Hong Kong Polytechnic University

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Research Institute for Intelligent Wearable Systems is revolutionizing healthcare with cutting-edge flexible biosensors and AI-driven technologies. Their pioneering work in organic devices, including transistors and diodes, has led to the creation of sensors that monitor glucose, uric acid, dopamine, and vital electric signals like ECG, EMG, and EEG. These innovations enable noninvasive health monitoring through body fluids, offering a convenient solution for patients and the elderly to track their health daily via mobile devices.
In a groundbreaking advancement, the institute has developed the world’s first odorless, biodegradable material, safe for human use and ideal for tissue engineering applications. Their wireless ECG patch, built on an elastic fiber mat with liquid metal circuits, provides continuous, real-time cardiac monitoring, integrating seamlessly with hospital systems for remote diagnosis. AI enhances these wearables, offering intelligent analysis and early detection of disorders, significantly improving healthcare efficiency.
The institute's innovations extend to AI-based skin disease assessment tools, a first in its field, allowing cancer patients to self-monitor dermatitis via a mobile app. Their wearable systems for alternating cooling and heating therapy, and tactile electronic interaction systems, showcase personalized healthcare solutions. Despite challenges in mass production, the institute's relentless pursuit of technological advancement promises a future where healthcare is more accessible, efficient, and personalized, marking a significant leap forward in medical technology and patient care.