Singapore, Oct. 5 -- A research team led by Prof. Hnin Yin Yin NYEIN from the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has developed a novel wearable device named "HELP" (heteromodal epidermal liquid-metal patch).

By leveraging liquid-metal technology, this soft, skin-like patch simultaneously tracks both breathing and heart activity. This comfortable, non-invasive technology marks a promising step toward a future where patients with chronic respiratory and heart conditions can receive continuous, clinical-grade health monitoring right at home.

Chronic respiratory diseases, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and obstructive sleep apnea (O...