A talk on 鈥楳edical Devices at mm-Waves: Vital Signs Monitoring and Non-Invasive Glucometer鈥� was delivered at the IEEE International Conference on Microwaves (ICM) 2024 in Qatar by Dr. Mihai Sanduleanu, Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering at Khalifa University.听
In his keynote address, Dr. Sanduleanu presented advancements in millimeter (mm)-wave technology, which uses high-frequency radio waves to better monitor vital signs and glucose levels. The presentation also emphasized Khalifa University’s strong expertise in designing radio frequency integrated circuits (RF IC), terahertz (THz) technology, radar systems, and medical devices.听聽
Sub-millimeter wave frequencies provide more available bandwidth for improved accuracy and distance measurement in monitoring vital signs. This innovation allows for the clear capture of heart signals, including important components that reflect the heart’s electrical activity, leading to a wireless ECG solution that replaces the bulky 12-wire systems used today. Additionally, having antennas built directly into the chip removes the need for extra connections, making device design simpler.听
The IEEE ICM 2024 conference was themed 鈥業nnovations in Circuits and Systems for a Sustainable Future鈥� and included oral, poster sessions and tutorials. Participants included global experts to discuss cutting-edge developments in microwave technology from Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.听
Holder of 53 US patents Dr. Sanduleanu currently鈥痵erves on the Editorial Board of the Analog Integrated Circuits and Signal Processing Journal 补苍诲鈥�Electronics and Signal Processing. Earlier, he has served as Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems.听
