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Briefing
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- Smartphone-Based Blood Pressure Monitor – Michigan State University and University of Maryland researchers made smartphone case equipped with sensors and coupled with mobile app for measuring blood pressure with fingertip press
- Test Results – Showed accuracy of smartphone sensor similar to finger cuff blood pressure monitor, as well as other cuffless devices in market
- Commercial Readiness – Device still has to go through more testing, particularly with people who have variety of blood pressures, and matching results with best standard technology
- Patent and License – Technology patented and licensed to Digitouch Health
- Next Steps – Develop technology further to meet regulatory standards and attain clinical approval
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Accelerator
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Sector
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Healthcare/Health Sciences
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Organization
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Michigan State University, University of Maryland
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Source
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Original Publication Date
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March 7, 2018
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