VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
Smart-phone-integrated, non-invasive, depth-resolved optical spectroscopy for the detection of neonatal jaundice
Smart-phone-integrated, non-invasive, depth-resolved optical spectroscopy for the detection of neonatal jaundice is a funding opportunity from VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY, up to 477830, closing April 30, 2027.
Apr 30, 2027
(273d left)Overview
Newborns have immature liver function that is inefficient at metabolizing bilirubin. Consequently, nearly 80% of preterm and 60% of term babies develop hyperbilirubinemia resulting in neonatal jaundice within a week of birth. Severe hyperbilirubinemia can be fatal, making early, frequent, and accurate monitoring of…