The Australian government has awarded grants to research projects working on wearable technology to improve health monitoring for Australians.
A project at Curtin University, which has been provided with A$1.5 million ($950,000) funding, will develop and test wearable sensors to monitor the movement of children with cerebral palsy who are unable to walk.
Another project at the University of New...
Researchers from the University of Sydney’s School of Computer Science have developed a 3D-printed sensor bracelet to enable people with hand impairment to use computers and play video games.
The team has received funding from the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Neurodisability Assist Trust to investigate how the technology can be used to help people living with cerebral palsy.
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The University of California at Davis Health System has received a $2 million grant over five years to test a telemedicine program for children with cerebral palsy, spina bifida, spinal cord injuries, and other disabilities. According to the AHRQ database, UC Davis will receive $396,557 for FY 2017. The project is expected to conclude in July 2022.
UC Davis offers free coordinated care to...
