GDIID 2025 | ID 5129 Title: NEUROTASTE: A WEARABLE TONGUE INTERFACE FOR ELECTRICAL TASTE SIMULATION скачать в хорошем качестве

GDIID 2025 | ID 5129 Title: NEUROTASTE: A WEARABLE TONGUE INTERFACE FOR ELECTRICAL TASTE SIMULATION

Project ID: 5129 Title: NEUROTASTE: A WEARABLE TONGUE INTERFACE FOR ELECTRICAL TASTE SIMULATION IN DIETARY AND MEDICAL APPLICATIONS Category IID: Science & Technology Millions of individuals with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and eating disorders face significant restrictions in their daily dietary intake. These limitations often deprive them of the sensory satisfaction associated with food, affecting both physical health and mental well-being. To address this challenge, we propose NeuroTaste, a novel wearable device that simulates taste sensations directly on the tongue using safe electrical stimulation, without the need to consume actual food. NeuroTaste is designed as a compact, hygienic mouthpiece embedded with a micro-electrode array that stimulates taste buds via low-frequency electrical currents. By targeting specific papillae, the device can replicate the five basic taste sensations: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami. Controlled via a smartphone application, users can select and adjust taste experiences based on personal preferences, dietary goals, or medical advice. The system is designed to be customizable and adaptable to each user’s sensory profile and health conditions. This innovation holds transformative potential in therapeutic, dietary, and sensory training settings. For patients on salt- or sugar-restricted diets, NeuroTaste allows them to experience the taste of forbidden foods safely. For those with eating disorders, it provides an alternative sensory experience that can aid recovery. Beyond healthcare, the device may also contribute to immersive experiences in virtual reality, culinary training, and neuro-sensory research. NeuroTaste is a pioneering intersection of neuroscience, electronics, and healthcare innovation. Unlike any existing commercial product, it introduces a non-invasive, low-risk method to simulate flavor, opening new frontiers for how we perceive and experience food. With further research, this technology has strong commercialization potential in medical, wellness, and lifestyle markets across the globe. Keywords: Healthcare Innovation, Electrical Stimulation, Internet of Things.