Abstract 

We explore the transformative synergy between wearable haptic technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of healthcare within the emerging Health Metaverse. As advancements in AI continue to revolutionize healthcare, integrating wearable haptic devices into this this application holds immense potential to enhance patient experiences, diagnostics, and treatment modalities. We will delve into the innovative applications of our unique wearable haptics, ranging from real-time monitoring of patients undergoing rehabilitation to interactive simulations for medical training. Additionally, the Health Metaverse concept is introduced, highlighting the integration of AI-driven virtual environments into healthcare practices. With such demonstrations, we hope to gain insights into the promising intersection of wearable haptics and AI, paving the way for more personalized, immersive, effective and accessible healthcare solutions.

Biography 

Professor Lim Chwee Teck is the NUSS Chair Professor and Director of the Institute for Health Innovation and Technology at NUS. He conducts research in human disease mechanobiology and develops biomedical technologies for healthcare applications. Prof Lim has co-authored over 490 journal articles.  He is also a serial entrepreneur having cofounded six startups with one IPO in 2018.  Prof Lim is globally recognized for his distinguished achievements by the over 100 research awards and honors including the Nature Lifetime Achievement Award for Mentoring in Science, Highly Cited Researcher, ASEAN Outstanding Engineering Achievement Award, Asian Scientists 100, Credit Suisse Technopreneur of the Year Award, Wall Street Journal Asian Innovation Award and the President's Technology Award. He is also an Elected Fellow of 9 academies including UK Royal Society, US National Academy of Inventors, Singapore National Academy of Science, and Academy of Engineering, Singapore.