Wearable device to detect opioids using advanced sensors
Wearable sensor for opioids detection based on electrochemical sensor arrayintegrated with Bluetooth device
['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] · EMITECH, INC. · NIH-10898019
This study is creating a smart wearable device that can quickly and accurately check opioid levels in your body, making it easier for patients using these medications to stay safe and informed.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | EMITECH, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (FALL RIVER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10898019 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable device that can detect opioids in real-time using an electrochemical sensor array. The device will be highly sensitive, capable of identifying very low concentrations of opioids, and will communicate wirelessly with smartphones or computers. By integrating advanced technology, the device aims to provide accurate and timely monitoring of opioid levels, which could be crucial for patients using these medications. The project plans to produce 20 prototypes ready for commercialization by the end of the research timeline.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients who are prescribed opioids for pain management or those at risk of opioid misuse.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use opioids or are not at risk of opioid-related complications may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with a reliable tool for monitoring opioid use, potentially reducing the risk of overdose and improving medication management.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown promise in developing wearable sensors for drug detection, indicating a potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
FALL RIVER, UNITED STATES
- EMITECH, INC. — FALL RIVER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LEVITSKY, IGOR A — EMITECH, INC.
- Study coordinator: LEVITSKY, IGOR A
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.