<ul><li>Researchers from URV in Spain have created a smart skin sensor that can detect infections early by monitoring changes in skin temperature.</li><li>The breakthrough device works without batteries or an external power supply, making it comfortable and adaptable.</li><li>The sensor uses a network of tiny sensors called thermocouples to detect small temperature changes and create a detailed 'heat map' of the skin, helping identify inflammation or infection.</li><li>The smart skin patch has the potential to prevent infections in surgical wounds, pressure sores, and other inflammatory conditions.</li></ul>

Smart skin patch detects infections in real time without batteries

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