E09 : Skip the Scratch, See the Skin: A Bioadaptive Interface for Atopic Dermatitis Assessment & Treatment
| Students | Dolphin Liu
Hannah Wang |
| School | HDSB - W. H. Morden Public School - Oakville |
| Level | Junior 7/8 - Grade 8 |
| Group | Group 9 - Health Sciences II |
| Abstract | Atopic dermatitis affects 2.6% globally, characterized by severe epidermal barrier dysfunction, and represents a significant health burden. Current treatments remain stagnant, failing to address asymptomatic physiological changes preceding flare-ups and real-time diagnostics. This project developed a dual-mode theranostic patch, utilizing pH-sensitive hydrogels and capillary-driven microneedles to facilitate early-stage detection and targeted moisture restoration, providing a low-cost, non-invasive solution mitigating skin degradation and enhancing patient compliance. |