Investigating causes of asthma attacks: New sensor system monitors environmental exposure

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A sensor system which fits in the pocket of a vest continuously monitors the air around persons prone to asthma attacks. Researchers at the Georgia Tech Research Institute hope the system helps them better understand the causes of asthma attacks. Geo ...
A sensor system, which fits in the pocket of a vest, continuously monitors the air around persons prone to asthma attacks. Researchers at the Georgia Tech Research Institute hope the system helps them better understand the causes of asthma attacks. Georgia Tech Photo: Gary Meek

Researchers at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) have developed a sensor system that continuously monitors the air around persons prone to asthma attacks. Worn in the pockets of a vest, the new system could help researchers understand the causes of asthma attacks.


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