journal article·2026Open access

Advances in wearable sensing technologies and intelligent systems for healthcare and fitness

Hojoong Kim, David Chong, Ikhwan Shin, Woon-Hong Yeo

Nanoscale Horizons· Volume 11· Issue 8

Abstract

Wearable sensing technologies and intelligent systems have gained significant attention due to their potential to revolutionize healthcare and fitness monitoring. These technologies enable the real-time continuous detection of various physiological and physical parameters, aiding in rehabilitation, fitness optimization, and personalized medicine. Recent advances show the integration of artificial intelligence with wearable sensors and electronics, offering clinical-grade home healthcare, accurate performance monitoring, and feedback-based health management. This review summarizes the latest progress in sensor technologies, device form factors, sensing modalities, data analysis algorithms, integrated electronics, and their applications to human health and fitness.
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OpenAlex topics: Non-Invasive Vital Sign Monitoring · Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials · Context-Aware Activity Recognition Systems

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Affiliations

Wearable Intelligent Systems and Healthcare Center, Institute for Matter and Systems, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA

George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA

School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA

Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA

Parker H. Petit Institute for Bioengineering and Biosciences, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA

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