A wireless e-tattoo for monitoring blood pressure without cuffs
Official title: SCH: A biomechanics-guided wireless ultrasonic e-tattoo with an application specific integrated circuit for ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
Funded at University of Texas at Austin · NIH-11063493 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new, easy-to-wear e-tattoo that continuously measures blood pressure using ultrasound, making it a more comfortable option for kids who need monitoring without the hassle of traditional cuffs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $281,191 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HL177816-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11063493 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pediatric patients, particularly those under 11 years old, who require continuous blood pressure monitoring.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require blood pressure monitoring or those over the age of 11 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new type of blood pressure monitoring device that uses a wireless e-tattoo to measure blood pressure continuously without the need for traditional cuffs. The device will be designed to be small and low-power, making it easy to wear. It will utilize advanced ultrasound technology to gather data on blood flow and pressure, which will then be validated in clinical settings with pediatric patients. The project combines expertise in electronics, biomechanics, and pediatric care to create a more user-friendly and accurate monitoring solution.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more comfortable and accurate way for patients, especially children, to monitor their blood pressure continuously.
How similar studies have gone: While cuffless blood pressure monitoring has been explored, this specific approach using biomechanics-guided wireless ultrasound is novel and has not been widely tested.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas at Austin
Austin, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jia, Yaoyao — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Jia, Yaoyao
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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.