IPTeL Tracking ID: ES-ECE-2016-102
Wearable temperature sensing device is designed for remote and real-time monitoring of infants for the first few weeks after their birth. It can accurately sense the onset of hypothermia. Area of technology: Wearable sensors/Neonatal monitoring
Technology Readiness Level (TRL): 2
BACKGROUND
- Hypothermia is considered as one of the important factors for neonatal mortality and morbidity in rural resource constrained settings.
- Conventionally, adhesive medical tapes are used to monitor the body temperature of neonates in ICU. Removal of these tapes causes skin irritation, abrasion and damage.
- Also, research suggests increase in microbial growth under temperature probe.
- Continuous monitoring of temperature using conventional means possess risk of damage to internal organs.
- There is requirement of a non-invasive temperature monitoring method for neonates.
KEY FEATURES
- Low power wireless skin temperature sensor for real-time sensing
- It is safe, non-invasive and robust device
- Baby friendly design
- Capable of sensing temperature with 0.1% accuracy
- Easily sterilizable and reusable
- Packaged in water proof housing
COMMERCIALIZATION
IISc has filed PCT international application (PCT/IB2017/055265) and a complete application for grant of patent in India. We are looking for potential licensees to commercialize this invention.
CONTACT DETAILS
- Mr. Venkat Rama Rao Adhikari
- Technology Licensing Manager
- Office of Intellectual Property and Technology Licensing
- E-mail: venkatadhikari@iisc.ac.in, Mobile: 8220260777