Mind-Reading wearables? USC tests sensors that track emotions
NCT ID NCT07110688
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study from the University of Southern California is testing new wearable sensors and AI software to measure mental states like mood and anxiety. Researchers will collect data from 90 healthy volunteers and epilepsy patients who already have brain electrodes implanted for medical reasons. Participants will interact with a virtual human and do a cold water test while sensors track their heart rate, sweat, and other signals. The goal is to develop better tools for understanding mental states, not to treat any condition.
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Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
RECRUITINGDowney, California, 90242, United States
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University of Southern California
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90007, United States
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better tools for monitoring mental states in real time, helping with early detection or management of mood disorders.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study with only 90 participants. The technology may not work as expected or may not apply to broader populations.
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