IIT-K’s tech to help monitor lung health

Lucknow: The Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur (IIT-K) has developed an affordable, unobstructive and compact technology that can monitor lung health of patients continuously.The technology has been developed by a group of inventors from IIT-Kanpur, IIT-Kharagpur, and the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Naya Raipur and is financially supported by the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The technology is already patented. The system includes an acoustic mask with highly sensitive sound sensors and an intelligent corded device to sense the inaudible breathing sounds from the user’s mouth and nose. The corded device consists of a wi-fi module for sharing the lung health status with healthcare provider. The device is equipped with a highly durable battery that provides seamless continuous monitoring and a local storage unit that stores the processed audio data for long-term inferences and a processing unit that has inbuilt memory and microprocessor.

IIT-K alumnus donates 41L to help needy patients

Gopal Sutwala, an alumnus of IIT Kanpur, and his family have donated Rs 41 lakh to support the treatment of economically-weaker patients at the upcoming Yadupati Singhania Super Speciality Hospital. An MoU was signed between the Sutwalas and IIT Kanpur to establish a bay within a general ward for patients covered under government health schemes. The Gangwal School of Medical Sciences & Technology at IIT Kanpur aims to drive innovations in medicine and healthcare through technological interventions. The donation is appreciated for its contribution to helping patients from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

Decoding the future of technology

The Times of India is hosting the Right To Excellence - Tech Summit 2023 in New Delhi on September 25. The summit aims to explore the future of technology and its impact on human lives, bringing together tech leaders, experts, and policymakers. The agenda includes panel discussions on topics such as the role of technology in the auto industry, the innovation potential of 5G, the transformation of businesses through digital technologies, and the path to digitization in India. The summit seeks to inspire excellence and promote the democratization of technology.

"We cannot be satisfied with incremental technology"

The Times of India held the "Right To Excellence - Tech Summit 2023" in New Delhi, featuring industry leaders discussing the transformative power of technology. Lt General Hooda stressed the importance of accepting change and not being satisfied with incremental technology. Dr Soin showcased how technology has revolutionized healthcare, including virtual appointments and robotic surgeries. Muralikrishnan emphasized the need for privacy and security of consumer data, as well as Xiaomi's sustainability goals. All speakers highlighted the significance of investing in research, development, and fostering a culture of innovation.