A wearable microphone patch for monitoring lung health
A smart wearable contact microphone patch for extended and remote monitoring of lung functions
This study is testing a small, easy-to-wear microphone patch that helps people with lung conditions like asthma and COPD keep track of their breathing and lung sounds from home, making it easier to spot any problems early without needing to visit the doctor as often.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Steth X Microsystems, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10821609 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a smart, low-profile wearable microphone patch designed to monitor lung functions continuously and remotely. By capturing and analyzing lung sounds and breathing patterns, the device aims to provide early detection of respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD. This approach seeks to reduce the need for frequent clinical visits, allowing patients to manage their conditions more effectively from home. The technology leverages advanced acoustics and algorithms to ensure accurate and reliable monitoring.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who require ongoing monitoring of their lung function.
Not a fit: Patients without respiratory conditions or those who do not require regular monitoring of lung function may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved early detection and management of respiratory diseases, potentially reducing hospital readmissions and enhancing patient quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the concept of wearable health monitoring devices is gaining traction, this specific approach to lung function monitoring is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Steth X Microsystems, INC. — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wen, Haoran — Steth X Microsystems, INC.
- Study coordinator: Wen, Haoran
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.