A portable light system that can digitize everyday objects

A new design tool uses UV and RGB lights to change the color and textures of everyday objects. The system could enable surfaces to display dynamic patterns, such as health data and fashion designs.

Alex Shipps | MIT CSAIL • mit
Nov. 6, 2024 ~8 min

“Wearable” devices for cells

By snugly wrapping around neurons, these devices could help scientists probe subcellular regions of the brain, and might even help restore some brain function.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
Oct. 31, 2024 ~8 min


Interactive mouthpiece opens new opportunities for health data, assistive technology, and hands-free interactions

“MouthIO” is an in-mouth device that users can digitally design and 3D print with integrated sensors and actuators to capture health data and interact with a computer or phone.

Alex Shipps | MIT CSAIL • mit
Oct. 28, 2024 ~7 min

Stretchy wearable device turns body heat into power

Researchers have developed a stretchable, wearable device that lights up an LED using only the warmth of your skin.

U. Washington • futurity
Sept. 16, 2024 ~5 min

How accurate are wearable fitness trackers? Less than you might think

A new study reveals strengths and weaknesses of the gadgets we use to monitor our lives.

Cailbhe Doherty, Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science, University College Dublin • conversation
Aug. 20, 2024 ~7 min

Scientists observe record-setting electron mobility in a new crystal film

The newly synthesized material could be the basis for wearable thermoelectric and spintronic devices.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
July 1, 2024 ~9 min

Wearable sensor checks health via sweat

A wearable health sensor could someday provide a simple and non-invasive way to track health conditions and diagnose common diseases.

Tina Hilding-Washington State • futurity
June 24, 2024 ~5 min

AI-trained exoskeleton saves user’s energy

"This work is essentially making science fiction reality—allowing people to burn less energy while conducting a variety of tasks."

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
June 13, 2024 ~6 min


Material that moves like skin could improve wearable devices

A new material that moves like skin could lead to wearable devices that work continuously and consistently without wires or batteries.

Silvia Cernea Clark-Rice • futurity
May 23, 2024 ~8 min

Wearable health sensor charges without wires or batteries

The addition of wireless, battery-free charging to a wearable sensor is a step toward the future of self-health monitoring.

Eric Stann-Missouri • futurity
May 2, 2024 ~4 min

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