California Institute of Technology · EngineeringGao Lab
Wei Gao · Pasadena, California
Research Focus
The research lab led by Wei Gao focuses on developing innovative wearable technology for monitoring health, particularly in managing conditions like gout. They are creating a skin patch that can non-invasively measure uric acid levels in sweat, which can help patients make better dietary and medication choices. The lab also aims to understand how these measurements correlate with other metabolic conditions, enhancing patient care through improved adherence to treatment.
wearable sensorsgout managementmetabolite monitoringhealth technologydietary adherence
Research Aims
4AIM 01Develop a wearable sensor to monitor uric acid levels in sweat.
AIM 02Evaluate the impact of uric acid monitoring on dietary and medication adherence.
AIM 03Explore the relationship between uric acid levels and other metabolic conditions.
AIM 04Enhance the user interface for patient engagement with health data.
Skills the Lab Values
microfluidicssensor designdata collection and analysispatient monitoring systemsclinical trial design
Output against the department
Publications334top 24% of dept.68th of 278
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Citations46ktop 6% of dept.16th of 278
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