Non-Invasive Physiological Monitoring

Physical Sciences Inc (PSI) proposes to develop non-invasive sensors for measurement of vital statistics with compact, head-mounted tracking-stabilized optical diagnostics through the eye. PSI's unique approach to retinal tracking is the key enabling technology. The potential benefits of continuous physiological monitoring of war fighters' health and status on the battlefield range from early detection of bio-warfare agent signs and symptoms, to remote e-triage and vital statistics diagnostics, and measures of cognitive function. The ability to perform a sufficient variety of distinct, high sensitivity, spatially and spectrally precise measurements in vivo with a single compact, low power instrument is essential. In order to build practical and unobtrusive Ocular Physiological Monitor (OPM) devices, advanced electro-optic technology design and development for critical components will be pursued in proposed R&D program. Combining MEMS optics technologies with novel PSI tracking/sensing systems will allow high performance diagnostic systems to be incorporated in head/helmet-mounted systems and eyewear already in use by the military.