Earpiece Technology Detects Alzheimer's via Eye and Sound Signals

Researchers are developing earpiece microphones, or 'hearables,' to detect early signs of Alzheimer's by monitoring eye movement signals through eardrum vibrations. This noninvasive method offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional eye trackers, potentially enabling long-term monitoring for Alzheimer's and other neurological disorders. The research, led by teams from École de Technologie Supérieure and Dartmouth University, aims to create health-monitoring algorithms for continuous disease detection.