A research team at Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland has developed a human mini‑bladder model that uncovers a key mechanism behind recurrent urinary tract infections, offering new insight into why some infections return even after treatment. The […]
Human Mini‑Bladder Model Reveals Why Some Urinary Tract Infections Keep Coming Back Read More »
A recent project from Texas A&M University introduces a catheter‑mounted sensor that can detect urinary tract infections at an earlier stage by pairing real time bacterial monitoring with a smartphone app. Urinary tract infections remain one of the most common
Smart Catheter Sensor Uses Smartphone Readout to Detect UTIs Earlier and More Accurately Read More »
Dehydration is a silent but serious health risk—especially in hot climates, high-performance environments, and among vulnerable populations like the elderly or those with chronic illnesses. Yet tracking hydration in real time has remained elusive. Traditional methods like urine tests, blood
Wireless Arm-Worn Wearable Monitors Real-Time Hydration Levels Read More »
Researchers at Penn State have developed a flexible, skin-like sensor that can monitor both physical movement and electrical signals—internally and externally. Designed to mimic the properties of human skin, the device combines electrical and ionic conductivity, allowing it to interface
Skin-Like Biosensor Monitors Both Physical Movement and Electrical Signals in the Body Read More »
Bladder dysfunction affects an estimated 17 million people in the U.S., yet diagnosing it often involves a less-than-pleasant experience: catheterization, clinical observation, and a whole lot of waiting. Traditional urodynamic testing is invasive, uncomfortable, and limited to snapshots taken in
Wireless, Catheter-free Implant Monitors for Bladder Dysfunction Read More »
