Fingertip bandage brings texture to touchscreens
27 November, 2025 by Amanda Morris, Northwestern UniversityResearchers have developed a haptic device that enables wearers to feel virtual textures and patterns on smooth surfaces.
AI-powered wearable turns gestures into robot commands
20 November, 2025 by Liezel Labios, UC San Diego Jacobs School of EngineeringA new wearable system uses stretchable electronics and artificial intelligence to interpret human gestures with high accuracy in high-motion environments.
Graphene-based solar cells power temperature sensors
13 November, 2025 by University of ArkansasResearchers have demonstrated the ultra-low-power temperature sensors powered by graphene-based solar cells, overcoming challenges in energy autonomy and sensor longevity.
Sweat sensor sticker monitors vitamin C in real time
13 November, 2025 by Liezel Labios, University of California San DiegoResearchers have developed a battery-free electronic sticker designed to monitor vitamin C levels through fingertip sweat.
3D-printed diamond device powers medical implants
02 October, 2025Researchers from RMIT University have developed a 3D-printed diamond–titanium device that generates electricity from flowing liquid and receives wireless power through tissue.
Flexible optical sensor detects pressure and location
01 October, 2025Researchers have developed a multi-channel optical sensor that is capable of detecting both the strength and precise location of pressure.
Wearable sensor monitors sweat in real time
04 September, 2025 by Ashley WennersHerron, Penn State UniversityResearchers have developed a non-invasive, wearable sensor that can identify and track lactate in low-perspiration conditions.
DNA-inspired design enhances flexible fibre sensors
05 May, 2025Drawing inspiration from the double helix of DNA, researchers have created a durable fibre sensor for the next generation of wearable devices.
Tiny, soft robot flexes its potential as a life saver
10 April, 2025Researchers have developed tiny, soft and flexible robots by integrating flexible electronics with magnetically controlled motion.
'Pain-on-a-chip' device identifies chronic pain types
10 April, 2025 by Monash UniversityScientists have revealed a microfluidic device nicknamed 'pain-on-a-chip' that can distinguish between different types of chronic pain.
Novel biosensor increases element extraction efficiency
24 February, 2025 by Rod Chester, Queensland University of TechnologyBiologists have developed a novel biosensor that can detect rare earth elements and could be modified for several additional applications.
Optical fibre sensor detects arsenic in drinking water
18 February, 2025An innovative new optical sensor has been designed to provide real-time detection of extremely low levels of arsenic in water.
Emerson AVENTICS DS1 dew point sensor
10 January, 2025 | Supplied by: EmersonThe AVENTICS DS1 industrial sensor monitors dew point, temperature, humidity and air quality values to prevent condensate-related equipment issues.
New haptic patch transmits complexity of touch to the skin
14 November, 2024 by Northwestern UniversityThe device, developed by researchers at Northwestern University, delivers various sensations, including vibrations, pressure and twisting
Making sensors more sustainable with a greener power source
19 September, 2024A new project aims to eliminate the reliance of sensors on disposable batteries by testing the fast production of perovskite photovoltaic (PV) cells as a sustainable power source.
