Testing a University of Maryland Smart Wearable That Tracks Flatulence for Digestive Health Research
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Ed Cara
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A journalist tests a "smart fart wearable" developed by researchers at the University of Maryland, led by Brantley Hall. The device, which sticks to underwear and tracks flatulence over 21-hour periods, is part of a scientific study aiming to better understand digestive health, gut microbiome activity, and patterns in flatulence. The article blends personal, humorous firsthand experience with genuine scientific inquiry into gastrointestinal research.
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bskyTesting a University of Maryland Smart Wearable That Tracks Flatulence for Digestive Health Researchgizmodo.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledI've had to add a novel item to my morning ritual: carefully sticking a nickle-sized device onto my underwear so that it can track my farts for the next 21 or so hours.
Ah, but don't worry, it's all in the name of science.
I've now had the opportunity—nay, the privilege—to test out the Smart Underwear wearable developed by researchers at the University of Maryland, led by Brantley Hall.
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