Smart textile band monitors muscle health to boost healthy ageing

Smart textile band monitors muscle health to boost healthy ageing

By Liz Wells 26 September 2025

Scientists are developing a smart textile band that aims to objectively detect and monitor sarcopenia, an age-related condition defined as loss of muscle mass, function and power.

Smartwatch technology helps people quit smoking

By Liz Wells 02 January 2025

Smartwatches could help people give up smoking, new research reveals.

Flexible sensor set to improve compression therapy

By Liz Wells 07 November 2024

Scottish scientists have developed a low-cost, flexible device that can help prevent blood clots for patients after an operation.

Virtual reality and wearable technology projects aim to cut drug deaths

By Liz Wells 18 October 2024

The government has awarded £12m to projects across the UK that are researching innovative technology to support people with addictions.

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