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Research Team Develops Next-Generation Printable Sensor Technologies

Research led by Vincenzo Pecunia from Simon Fraser University has advanced printable sensor technologies with the potential to revolutionize sustainability and improve quality of life. The team’s comprehensive roadmap covers 45 printable sensor technologies, focusing on integration into everyday objects and environments to provide real-time data for informed decision-making. Pecunia emphasizes the widespread dissemination of low-cost, easy-to-make sensor technologies as a key factor in realizing their potential, highlighting the sustainability benefits of printable materials over traditional production methods.