From Lead to Silicon: Breakthrough Ultrasound Patch Redefines Wearable Diagnostics

SEOUL, Sept. 4 (Korea Bizwire) — In a breakthrough that could reshape medical imaging and telehealth, Korean scientists have developed the world’s first disposable ultrasound patch made entirely of silicon, eliminating the toxic lead traditionally used in piezoelectric devices. The team, led by Lee Byung-chul of the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), worked [...]