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RMIT Unveils Reusable Bluetooth Wound Monitor for Real-Time Healing Tracking

Lab testing showed skin-conforming design with reliable Bluetooth transmission of biomarker readings, with the team seeking industry partners for clinical trials.

Dr Peter Francis Mathew Elango showcases sensor innovation at RMIT University.

Overview

  • The wearable integrates inflammation, pH and temperature sensors on a patented high-resistivity silicon platform to continuously track key wound-healing indicators.
  • Bluetooth connectivity enables remote, real-time assessment without removing dressings, reducing contamination risks and potential delays in intervention.
  • Reusable biocompatible components fit existing manufacturing workflows and could cut per-unit costs to under $5 when produced at scale.
  • Laboratory simulations confirmed the device conforms to curved surfaces like human skin while accurately detecting shifts in biomarker levels.
  • RMIT researchers are now courting industry partners to advance the proof-of-concept device into clinical validation and scalable production.