Georgia Tech’s wearable device aims to simplify sleep apnea diagnosis
Researchers at Georgia Tech have developed a wearable device to accurately measure obstructive sleep apnea and sleep quality in a more cost-effective and accessible...
Early detection of Alzheimer’s dementia using smartphone
Scientists are working on a machine learning (ML) model that could potentially make early detection of Alzheimer's dementia possible through a simple smartphone tool.
This...
Using wearable tech to diagnose depression, anxiety
The Problem with Mental Health Diagnosis
Depression and anxiety are alarmingly common in the United States, yet diagnosis and treatment often fall short.
Over half of...
New mobile app aids early detection of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba have developed a mobile application that uses speech data to detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and...
Scientists pinpoints peak times for suicidal thoughts and behaviors
Research conducted by the University of Nottingham's School of Psychology, in collaboration with the University of Amsterdam and Harvard University, has identified the month...
New material opens the door for energy-efficient computing
Scientists find magnesium palladium three can facilitate SOT-MRAM, a new energy-efficient storage technology that could revolutionize AI training and processing.
Is your smartphone hurting your mental health?
The proliferation of digital devices has undoubtedly revolutionized the way we live, work, and communicate.
From smartphones and laptops to tablets and gaming consoles, these...
Mobile phone calls may increase your risk of high blood pressure
A new study published in the European Heart Journal—Digital Health has found a link between high blood pressure and mobile phone usage.
According to the...
Are you under digital distress? 3 ways tech-triggers may be affecting your mental health
Mental Health Week, which runs from May 1 to 7, provides an opportunity to reflect on our collective well-being.
In addition to rising mental health...
The dirty truth about your phone – and why you need to stop scrolling...
We carry them everywhere, take them to bed, to the bathroom and for many people they’re the first thing they see in the morning...