Title

Internet of Medical things: Wearable sensors for healthcare monitoring applications

Presenter: Dr Mona Ghassemian

Time & Location:

13:00 – Monday 12th December 2016

main theatre room, Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering, shahid Beheshti University

Abstract: Recent technological advancements in wireless low power/low range communication systems, MicroElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS) technology and integrated circuits have enabled low-power, intelligent, miniaturised, nano-technology sensor nodes strategically placed around the human body to be used in various applications, such as wearable wireless healthcare monitoring systems. This exciting new area of research is called Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs) and leverages the emerging IEEE 802.15.6 and IEEE 802.15.4j standards, specifically standardised for Internet of Medical Things (IoMTs).
This seminar addresses the current state-of-art of WBANs based on the latest standards which enable IoMTs with a range of representative applications. From these applications, we will abstract out the major challenges to realising the wearable wireless sensors systems for healthcare monitoring applications. Open issues and challenges within each area are also explored as a source of inspiration towards future developments in wearable healthcare systems.
An activity recognition prototype demonstration will conclude the seminar to provide the practical aspects and challenges for a wearable wireless sensor network solution.