Stanford Wearable Electronics Initiative

A new device records brain activity from inside blood vessels

A new device, pioneered by Anqi Zhang, can record brain activity without harming neural tissue, using the passageways of blood vessels. This innovation overcomes previous limitations, enabling precise recording from individual neurons in living animals.

SourceStanford Wearable Electronics Initiative·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 20, 2023

Layers of self-healing electronic skin realign autonomously when cut

Scientists have developed a multi-layer, thin film sensor that automatically realigns during healing, mimicking human skin's layered structure. The material, comprising PPG and PDMS polymers, can self-heal and restore functionality without human input or effort.

SourceStanford Wearable Electronics Initiative·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 1, 2023

Wireless smart bandage provides new insights on healing chronic wounds

Researchers developed a wireless smart bandage that speeds up tissue repair, increases new blood flow, and enhances skin recovery by reducing scar formation. The device promotes faster closure of wounds and reduces infection risk through real-time biosensor data and electrical stimulation.

SourceStanford Wearable Electronics Initiative·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 24, 2022