Pervasive Electromagnetics Lab

📢 #PublicationAlert: Transforming Medical Implants into Cyber Prostheses We are thrilled to share the publication of our latest work, "Cyber Prostheses: How to Turn Medical Implants into Data Generators for Healthcare 4.0", in the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine. This paper, authored by Cecilia Occhiuzzi, Francesco Lestini, Alessio Mostaccio, Federica Naccarata, Francesca M.C. Nanni, and Gaetano Marrocco, explores a revolutionary approach to enhancing medical implants with wireless monitoring capabilities. The study focuses on developing battery-less and passive communication platforms, such as UHF #RFID, to transform prostheses into real-time data generators. It demonstrates how sensors can be seamlessly integrated with minimal structural modifications, ensuring their functionalities remain unaltered. By using the #prosthesis structure itself as a radiating element, the paper showcases innovative strategies for #bodycentric wireless communication. Through case studies, numerical analyses, and in-vitro measurements, the paper highlights the feasibility of these #cyberprostheses for monitoring physiological parameters such as temperature, pressure, strain, and pH levels. These advancements pave the way for smart devices that enable personalized and predictive healthcare. Reported applications range from orthopedic and dental implants to vascular and cardiac prostheses. By transforming #medical implants into active components of the healthcare ecosystem, this work contributes to a future where patient care is more connected and data-driven. Read the full article on our institutional webpage at the following link. https://lnkd.in/dXJkCbGK

📢 #PublicationAlert: Enhancing RFID Security Through Non-Linear Interrogation We are excited to announce the publication of our latest research, titled "Enhancing #RFID Antenna Electromagnetic Fingerprints Through Non-Linear Interrogation", in the prestigious "#IEEE Journal of Radio Frequency Identification". Authored by Francesca M.C. Nanni, third-year PhD student at our Lab, and Professor Gaetano Marrocco, this work represents a major advancement in the field of RFID authentication and physical security. This study introduces a multi-power interrogation approach to enhance the complexity of RFID electromagnetic #fingerprints with the ultimate goal of improving the #security of communications. By exploiting the non-linear behavior of RFID integrated circuits (ICs), this method increases the unpredictability of IC impedance modulation, thereby enriching the fingerprints' information content. An average 2-bit increase in fingerprint entropy was achieved, offering a 4x improvement in information richness compared to single-power interrogation. This entails the potential to create robust physical unclonable functions (#PUF), addressing critical challenges in counterfeiting and replication threats. Moreover, a systematic methodology to quantify entropy using Shannon Information Theory demonstrates the effectiveness of multi-power interrogation for diverse RFID tag #architectures. This innovative approach is a leap forward for securing RFID-enabled systems across industries such as logistics, healthcare, and the Industrial Internet of Things. You can read the full article on our institutional webpage: https://lnkd.in/dFn2ydGT. Stay tuned for more updates from the Pervasive Electromagnetics Lab as we continue to push the boundaries of elect the field of RFID #cybersecurity and #physicalsecurity!

📢 #PublicationAlert: Leveraging LoRa for Avalanche Rescue We are thrilled to share our latest research, "An Experimental Dataset for Search and Rescue Operations in Avalanche Scenarios Based on LoRa Technology," now published in IEEE Access. This groundbreaking study explores the potential of #LoRa (Long Range) technology to revolutionize Search and Rescue (#SaR) operations in challenging avalanche scenarios. Collaborating with a nationwide network of researchers from the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (Italian National Research Council), including Michele Girolami, Fabio Mavilia, and Andrea Berton, our team—led by Gaetano Marrocco and Giulio Maria Bianco—conducted extensive field tests in the Italian Dolomites. The end result? A unique dataset capturing #radiowave propagation through snow, offering valuable insights into the effects of snowpack properties on wireless communications. Quick overview on the paper's content: - A comprehensive dataset combining LoRa signal metrics with detailed snow profiles under varying conditions, from dry to wet #snow. - Analysis of signal attenuation factors like snow depth and liquid water content, supporting enhanced localization algorithms for buried transmitters. - First-of-its-kind methodology for realistic avalanche rescue scenarios, validated with #UAV-assisted and terrestrial measurements. This work represents a significant step toward faster, more reliable localization of #avalanche victims using innovative wireless technologies. We believe this research will pave the way for safer, more efficient SaR operations in snowy terrains. Read the full paper, open access, here: https://lnkd.in/dbhCffKM . Explore the dataset on Zenodo: https://lnkd.in/deS74zaQ . Continue following us for more insights on through-the-snow radiopropagation and the next-generation of wireless devices!

📢 #LEPNews: Our Lab Featured on Linea Verde! We are proud to share that our Lab has been featured in a special segment of #LineaVerde this Saturday (November 30, 2024: #Rai1 channel), the iconic Italian TV program dedicated to sustainability. The episode, entitled “Bio-Integrated Medical Devices:  from Innovation, to Protection from Cyber-Attacks”,  delved into our continued research in #wireless sensing technologies. It showcased how we are leveraging electromagnetics to tackle challenges in healthcare, food quality, and environmental monitoring. From #RFID sensors for real-time diagnostics to eco-friendly materials like Laser-Induced Graphene (#LIG), the segment highlights the cutting-edge research happening within our lab. We are proud to see our efforts recognized on such a prominent platform and to have the opportunity to share our vision for a smarter, more connected world. 🎥 Watch the full segment, with English subtitles, here: https://lnkd.in/djK3MGMz Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to explore the frontiers of #electromagnetics and its transformative potential across industries.

Sabato 30 novembre saremo a Linea Verde Italia (#Lineaverde1) su @Raiuno  a partire della 12:30 a fare un pò di divulgazione sui Dispositivi Medicali Bio-Integrati. Avrete modo di entrare nel nostro laboratorio e vi mostreremo sistemi wearable per il monitoraggio del respiro, protesi wireless con elettronica in graphene incisa (live) con il laser, esempi di Internet of the Medical Things, valvole cardiache sensorizzate e pelli artificiali con funzione di scudo elettromagnetico per proteggere pacemaker da cyber attack. Se siete a casa (e magari state cucinando ..) sintonizzatevi su Rai 1 e fateci avere un vostro commento. Ringrazio ancora gli autori del programma (⁠⁠#domiziamattei) ed i conduttori (⁠#ElisaIsoardi), e l'Ufficio Stampa del nostro Ateneo per l'opportunità di questo esperimento mediatico.

📢 #ResearchSpotlight: Spirohub – Revolutionizing Respiratory Health Monitoring Today, we are excited to showcase the Spirohub Project, an innovative initiative aimed at redefining respiratory health diagnostics. Designed to address the challenges of monitoring vital parameters in non-collaborative patients, Spirohub focuses on creating a non-invasive, wireless #eHealth solution powered by advanced #AI technologies. Spirohub is tailored for applications like polysomnography, the gold standard for diagnosing sleep-related breathing disorders such as sleep apnea and snoring, which affect approximately one in four adults in Italy. The device eliminates the invasiveness and cumbersome wiring traditionally associated with respiratory monitoring, offering a more accessible and reliable solution for #diagnostics. The #Spirohub Project is a collaborative effort involving several industrial partners, all listed on the project webpage. Funded by the FESR Lazio 2021–2027 Program, the project is a testament to how interdisciplinary collaboration can drive innovation in healthcare. The ultimate aim is to enhance patient care by enabling continuous, real-time monitoring of vital signs across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical settings. By leveraging our extensive experience in medical #RFID sensors, Spirohub provides a seamless interface for data collection, management, and analysis, empowering healthcare professionals to deliver more precise, personalized care. Learn more about Spirohub and its innovative approach to respiratory monitoring on our project webpage:  https://lnkd.in/dxDmDruA

📢 #LEPNews: Congratulations to Our Winners at Huawei Tech Arena 2024! Today, we celebrate that our PhD students, Alessio Mostaccio and Francesco Lestini, have won the 1st Prize at the prestigious Huawei Tech Arena Italy 2024! Competing against talented peers from across the country, their groundbreaking idea earned them a prize of €5,000 and significant recognition in the field of advanced materials and metasurfaces. The Huawei Tech Arena, a "Call for Ideas" designed to foster innovation among PhD students and young researchers, focused this year on metasurfaces and materials. Alessio and Francesco presented an exceptional proposal featuring reconfigurable Frequency Selective Surfaces (#FSS) made from Laser-Induced Graphene (#LIG). Their work combines innovation, sustainability, and functionality, pushing the boundaries of current metasurface technologies for next-generation communication systems. Their proposal introduces reconfigurable FSS technologies made from eco-friendly Laser-Induced Graphene. offering a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional #materials. This innovative approach addresses key challenges in communication systems, enabling adaptable and efficient electromagnetic responses. We are immensely proud of their achievement, which underscores the cutting-edge research being conducted at our Pervasive Electromagnetics Lab. We thank Huawei for providing this incredible platform for young researchers to shine and contribute to the future of technology. Stay tuned for more updates and follow our research through the institutional website: https://lnkd.in/dw9XMuK9 .

📢 #RomeTechnopole: Tech Transfer Day and the Pervasive Electromagnetics Lab Today, the Pervasive Electromagnetics Lab participated in the Tech Transfer Day at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, an event dedicated to showcasing the industrial impact of technological advancements from the Rome Technopole initiative. During this day, we mainly presented our latest innovations in breath monitoring and smart packaging, two key areas of our research. We showcased our advanced systems for real-time respiratory monitoring using #wireless epidermal sensors. These sensors provide non-invasive and accurate solutions for tracking #respiratory dynamics. Our team also highlighted progress in integrating #RFID and #microfluidic technologies to assess food quality and degradation in real time. This will ensure food safety and the waste reduction in the supply chain. The event emphasized the role of #TechnologyTransfer in bridging the gap between academic research and industrial application. We are proud to be part of this vibrant community driving innovation and look forward to continuing our collaboration within the Rome Technopole ecosystem. Thank you to everyone who visited our booth and to the organizers for creating such a productive and inspiring event! Continue following our research progresses through our webpage: https://lnkd.in/dXJqDHXU

📢 #ResearchSpotlight: Bringing Health Monitoring to the Home with Next-Gen Point-of-Care Devices Today, we share our progress in the Next-gen #PointofCare (PoC) project, developed under the Rome Technopole initiative. This groundbreaking project aims to revolutionize healthcare by bringing diagnostics directly to the comfort of home, enabling real-time health monitoring through chemical and physical sensors with #wireless interfaces. Our team at the Pervasive Electromagnetics Lab is focused on creating innovative sensors that utilize #NFC and/or UHF #RFID technologies. These sensors empower patients to monitor vital health parameters seamlessly from home, offering a practical and accessible solution for continuous health tracking. This is one of our projects more strictly connected to the world of the #MedicalEngineering and the patients’ wellbeing. The #PoC system offers a user-friendly way to monitor key health metrics such as pH and cortisol levels in #sweat. The devices enable continuous, real-time tracking of health indicators, helping to detect early signs of health changes without the need for frequent clinic visits. Moreover, we investigate also the #cybersecrity of the wireless medical data, to ensure confidentiality. This month, the Principal Investigator of the project, professor Cecilia Occhiuzzi, went to Japan to disseminate our latest results. She presented the calibration of a four-channel NFC system capable of electrochemical sensing at the international conference #IEEESENSORS2024. Then, she held a seminar with Japanese students, showing the achievements of our research on Point-of-Cares. To summarize, the prototypes we created up to now include: epidermal and stand-alone NFC platforms; #electromagnetic shields to protect sensorized implants; algorithms to analyze response of the devices. Learn more about our work on “Next-gen Point of Cares” and its team on the project webpage: https://lnkd.in/dPPb4j2J. The next and last #ResearchSpotlight will summarize our results in the #SpiroHub project!

📢 Research Spotlight: Revolutionizing #Health Monitoring with Smart Plasters Today, we to share our progress of our Smart Plasters for Personal #Healthcare project, developed under the Rome Technopole initiative. This pioneering effort aims to transform healthcare by providing continuous, non-invasive monitoring of vital parameters through #wireless epidermal sensors. These smart plasters use advanced adhesive skin sensors that can monitor critical health indicators, such as #temperature and body movements, by focusing particularly on respiratory dynamics. The result is a versatile health monitoring platform that eliminates the need for invasive tubes or masks, making it ideal for patients of all ages, including infants. This technology holds the promise of improving both home-based healthcare and clinical settings by enabling real-time, on-body data collection. - Minimally Invasive Monitoring: The smart plasters we designed and testes offer a patient-friendly solution for continuous monitoring, seamlessly blending into daily life while gathering essential data. - Wireless Technology: Utilizing Ultra-High Frequency #RFID communication, these plasters ensure reliable data transmission, offering healthcare providers the ability to monitor patient conditions remotely, even during physical exercise outdoor. - Laser-Induced Graphene (LIG): Thanks to the #LIG, we can now create stretchable and ultra-thin RFIDs monitoring the health of the subject. By focusing on participative, predictive, and personalized medicine, our smart plasters move toward a future where #wearable technology reshapes the landscape of #health monitoring. We are committed to bridging the gap between research and real-world applications, making advanced health monitoring accessible to everyone. Find out more about this project by visiting our project webpage: https://lnkd.in/d3v-N5TF. The next #ResearchSpotlight will move even more towards the medical engineering to create complete, cybersecure Point-of-Cares and increase care quality.