New chip for waking up small wireless devices could extend battery life

November 12, 2019

A new power saving chip could significantly reduce or eliminate the need to replace batteries in Internet of Things (IoT) devices and wearables. The so-called wake-up receiver wakes up a device only when it needs to communicate and perform its function, saving on power use. Full Story

Pacifier embedded with biosensors monitors newborn glucose levels

November 7, 2019

CWS researchers created a pacifier-based electrochemical biosensor that tracks real-time glucose levels in a baby's saliva. Until now, it has been difficult to use wearables with babies and infants. Biosensors are typically made with bulky and rigid surfaces that could be harmful to a baby's skin. Long term use of wearables could cause discomfort for babies that they cannot communicate. The new biosensor is created with soft, pacifier-like materials that are safe for babies. When an infant sucks on the pacifier, small amounts of saliva transfer through the channel to the integrated outside detection chamber. Full Story

Congressional hearing discusses CWS innovations

November 7, 2019

At a recent Congressional hearing, the following question was posed: "If resources were available, what is the innovative research you would like to pursue?" One of the answers discussed continuous, wearable health trackers, such as the ultrasound patch for monitoring blood pressure developed by the lab of Sheng Xu. Full Story

Center for Wearable Sensors Fall 2019 Research Summit

October 23, 2019

The Center for Wearable Sensors hosted its Fall 2019 Research Summit on Oct. 23. UC San Diego faculty gave talks on their CWS projects, ranging from smart glasses for everyday health monitoring to minimally invasive microneedles for interstitial fluid monitoring. Full Story

Joseph Wang named among 2019 Class of ECS Fellows

September 9, 2019

Fellow of The Electrochemical Society was established in 1989 for advanced individual technological contributions in the fields of electrochemistry and solid state science and technology and service to the Society. These members are being recognized at the plenary session for scientific achievements, for leadership, and for active participation in the affairs of ECS. Each year, up to 15 renowned scientists and engineers are chosen by their peers for this honor. Join us in celebrating the 2019 class of the Fellows of The Electrochemical Society. Full Story