It’s part of a growing interest in skin-based wearable computers.

And also beyond health and sensing because our tattoos are also such a prominent part of our culture."

His research group has produced a variety of sticker-like wearable electronics and is commercializing them throughLifeware Labs.

skin computer on someone’s neck

Cornell University

Building skin computers is a challenging task.

Scientists must develop soft and thermally conductive materials and miniaturized lightweight technologies for managing heat within these wearable devices.

The Future of Skin?

people researching and making skin computers

Cornell University