Georgia Tech's SWANS implants communicate through body tissue without radio waves
SWANS (Smart Wireless Autonomous Networking System) are syringe-injectable bioelectronic devices that communicate via the body's natural ionic conductivity instead of Bluetooth or RF. Early rat tests show >10x tissue penetration versus RF methods (30+ cm range) with negligible listening power.
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This solves a core challenge in bioelectronics: coordinating distributed tiny devices without power-hungry wireless tech or bulky antennas. The approach could enable continuous monitoring, targeted drug release, and neural interfaces without surgery for larger devices. Still preclinical, it represents a significant step toward synchronized wearables and implants for personalized medicine and healthy aging.
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