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Indian researchers created a wearable sensor that tracks exercise movements and compares them to expert trainers, helping beginners improve their form without constant supervision. The flexible patches are already being tested on 80 athletes and gym enthusiasts across multiple sports.
Scientists created a conductive ink you can paint on like a temporary tattoo that tracks brain waves, heartbeats, and muscle movement without irritation. The customizable sensors work better than traditional electrodes and can look like anything from sharks to Superman.
Researchers at the University of Maryland developed tiny sensors that track flatulence 24/7, revealing healthy adults fart 32 times daily—twice what we thought. The data feeds into the Human Flatus Atlas, helping people understand their gut health better.
Forget tight fitness trackers strapped to your wrist. Scientists just discovered that loose, flowing fabric can monitor your movements 40% more accurately than current wearables.