Vivonics is pleased to announce that we have been awarded a $3.5 million grant from the U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) for development of our Remote Frostbite Detector (RFD). This novel method of monitoring the early onset of frostbite was invented by Vivonics’ Director of Technology Development Michele Pierro, PhD, who will lead the development effort. The wearable system will allow users to detect and protect themselves from cold-induced injury before any serious damage occurs, giving our military servicemembers the tools they need to safely operate in Arctic and other cold-weather environments. RFD will alert individual users, medical teams, and leadership of frostbite onset in real time to ensure that servicemembers get the care they need to prevent permanent injury.

Thanks to everyone at Vivonics for making this happen!