I-Corps: Translation Potential of a Wearable, Wireless Temperature Sensor for Continuous and Non-Invasive Monitoring

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Abstract

The broader impact of this I-Corps project is based on the development of a wearable, wireless temperature sensor designed for laboratory animals, aiming to improve temperature monitoring in biomedical research and clinical applications. By providing a non-invasive, continuous, and stress-free method for monitoring body temperature, this device enhances animal welfare and improves the quality of research data. Accurate and reliable temperature data from laboratory animals leads to better results in drug testing and biomedical studies, ultimately accelerating the development of effective therapies and medical interventions. By minimizing physiological alterations caused by invasive methods or sedation, the sensor ensures that outcomes are more reflective of true biological responses. The device's wireless charging capability increases operational efficiency and reduces maintenance costs. Beyond animal research, the technology holds potential for human healthcare applications, such as non-invasive patient monitoring in intensive care units. The broader commercial potential includes advancing biomedical research practices, improving the drug development process, enhancing patient care, and setting new standards for temperature monitoring technologies across various industries. This I-Corps project utilizes experiential learning coupled with a first-hand investigation of the industry ecosystem to assess the translation potential of the technology. The solution is based on the

Key facts

NSF award ID
2609915
Awardee
University of North Carolina at Charlotte (NC)
SAM.gov UEI
JB33DT84JNA5
PI
Angelo Gaitas
Primary program
01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
All programs
BIOMEDICAL ENG AND DIAGNOSTICS
Estimated total
$50,000
Funds obligated
$27,846
Transaction type
Standard Grant
Period
10/01/2025 → 03/31/2027