Empatica

Empatica is a health technology company that specializes in the development of wearable devices for medical and research applications. The company's products are designed to monitor physiological signals and data, which can be used to detect and manage various health conditions.

History[edit | edit source]

Empatica was founded in 2011 by Rosalind Picard, a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Matteo Lai, a biomedical engineer. The company's mission is to improve people's health and wellbeing through the use of innovative technology.

Products[edit | edit source]

Empatica offers several products, including the Embrace2, E4 wristband, and EmbracePlus. These devices are designed to monitor physiological signals such as heart rate, skin temperature, and electrodermal activity. The data collected can be used for research purposes or to help manage health conditions such as epilepsy.

Embrace2[edit | edit source]

The Embrace2 is a wearable device that uses advanced machine learning algorithms to detect epileptic seizures. It is FDA-approved for use in adults and children and can send alerts to caregivers when a seizure is detected.

E4 wristband[edit | edit source]

The E4 wristband is a research-grade wearable device that collects physiological data for scientific research. It measures heart rate, skin temperature, electrodermal activity, and movement.

EmbracePlus[edit | edit source]

The EmbracePlus is a next-generation wearable device currently in development. It is designed to monitor a wider range of physiological signals and provide more detailed data for medical and research applications.

Research and Development[edit | edit source]

Empatica is actively involved in research and development to improve its products and develop new technologies. The company collaborates with researchers and clinicians from institutions such as MIT, Harvard Medical School, and Boston Children's Hospital.