A study in Nature Medicine examined the use of consumer wearable devices for monitoring heart rate control in older patients with permanent atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The RATE-AF trial found similar heart rate control between digoxin and beta-blocker treatments, demonstrating the potential of wearable technology for continuous patient monitoring and management.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
22 Jul 2024
A recent study in Energies demonstrated how the Red-Tailed Hawk Algorithm improves the efficiency of Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems under shading conditions.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
18 Jul 2024
Researchers introduced a joint sensing and communication system for smart agriculture, integrating an ultra-compact soil moisture sensor (UCSMS) with a pattern reconfigurable antenna (PRA). This system enhances precision in soil moisture measurement and enables reliable long-distance communication, improving agricultural efficiency and sustainability.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
17 Jul 2024
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) researchers are working together to test a next-generation sensor for measuring neutral gas velocities in the Earth's high atmosphere.
VIAVI Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) today announced the launch of NITRO® Fiber Sensing, an integrated real-time asset monitoring and analytics solution for critical infrastructure ranging from oil, gas and water pipelines to electrical power transmission, border/perimeter security and data center interconnects.
NewTek introduces the NT-HL-750 series of Intrinsically-Safe LVDT Position Sensors, which are approved for use in hazardous and explosive environments.
LASER COMPONENTS is pleased to introduce the iC-LA and iC-LF series CMOS linear image sensors from iC-Haus.
A new study details a groundbreaking imperceptible sweat sensor made from Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) nanomembranes. This advanced sensor provides accurate and comfortable monitoring of health signals, showcasing significant potential for personalized and wearable health technologies.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
16 Jul 2024
Researchers in the USA developed cost-effective hydrogen sensors using platinum-decorated palladium nanowires (Pd@Pt NWs) on paper substrates, enabling efficient hydrogen detection at room temperature. The study highlights the sensors' enhanced sensitivity, flexibility, and environmental friendliness, presenting a scalable solution for hydrogen safety monitoring and fuel cell technology.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
15 Jul 2024
VIGO Photonics is delighted to announce the continued expansion of Vigo Photonics USA into the North America market. Our deeper commitment to bringing leading edge Infrared detector technology as well as applications and...
A study in npj Computational Materials presents a first-principles method for accurately predicting the response of 2D gas sensing materials, crucial for detecting gases like NH3. The framework, applied to 2D MoS2, combines carrier concentration and mobility calculations, providing a comprehensive understanding of gas sensing mechanisms and improving alignment with experimental data.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
11 Jul 2024
Researchers in China developed an advanced acoustic microfluidic chip using focused traveling surface acoustic waves (FTSAWs) to significantly enhance biosensing sensitivity and speed. This innovative approach addresses the limitations of traditional biosensors by enabling rapid and efficient enrichment of target molecules, achieving high detection precision and speed for applications in clinical diagnostics and scientific research.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
10 Jul 2024
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. (“Allegro”), a global leader in power and sensing solutions for motion control and energy-efficient systems, today announced the launch of its newest high-power current sensor, the ACS37220, as well as the preliminary release of the industry’s smallest leaded magnetic current sensor, the ACS37041.
Researchers in Kazakhstan have developed a label-free optical fiber biosensor to detect CD44-expressing breast cancer cells, a crucial biomarker for cancer progression. This innovative sensor offers a rapid, sensitive, and specific method for early cancer detection, potentially enhancing diagnosis and treatment strategies.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
9 Jul 2024
A study published in Plant Phenomics on 6th June, 2024, explores the efficacy of Phenogrid, a phenotyping system built for early-stage plant monitoring under biotic stress, with the goal of tackling plant disease resistance.