MIT Engineers Create Miniature Ingestible Sensor for Internal Temperature Tracking

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Published: 2026-07-20
Category: science
Source: MIT News
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MIT researchers have developed a new, significantly smaller ingestible sensor designed to continuously monitor core body temperature from within the gastrointestinal tract. This technological advance could enhance early detection of infections and improve health monitoring for various patient groups, offering a less invasive method for vital sign tracking.

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