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Researchers at Purdue University developed a soft contact lens that diagnoses and monitors eye diseases

Researchers at Purdue University in the U.S. have developed a soft contact lens that can diagnose and monitor ocular diseases in a novel, painless and unobtrusive way. The team developed the lenses by integrating ultra-thin, stretchable biosensors with soft commercial contact lenses via wet adhesive bonding. The biosensors on...

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NASA is using Fitbits to prevent COVID-19 spread among astronauts

NASA is handing out Fitbit devices to 1,000 employees, including 150 astronauts, to prevent the spread of COVID-19 across its facilities. The wrist devices can track several key health metrics like body temperature and resting heart rate, which can help NASA detect a potential outbreak before symptoms emerge. Insiders:...