Company unveils world’s first emotion-sensing eyewear for healthcare and beyond

UK-based Emteq Labs has taken a bold step in wearable technology with the launch of Sense, the world's first emotion-sensing eyewear. Building on over a decade of research in emotion-recognition, the company aims to deliver groundbreaking insights into human behavior.

By integrating AI-powered sensors and proprietary algorithms, Sense eyewear is set to transform healthcare, mental well-being, and other industries. The technology's potential to understand our inner world and improve health outcomes is immense.

How does it work?

The Sense eyewear uses advanced AI technology to track facial expressions, eating habits, and physical activity in real time. This patented device features contactless OCO sensors positioned to capture high-resolution facial activations at key muscle sites. Additionally, a downward-facing camera automatically logs food intake.

The collected data is analyzed using Emteq's proprietary AI/ML algorithms and securely transferred to a cloud-based platform, where users can manage their data. Users retain control over what information they share with healthcare providers, researchers, or personal trainers.

The technology goes beyond mere monitoring; it helps users interpret subtle emotional cues that influence long-term health and well-being.

As Dr. Charles Nduka, Emteq's founder, explained: "Our faces reveal deep insights about our minds and bodies... Sense eyewear allows us to look inward, rather than outward."

Why does it matter?

The introduction of Sense eyewear could have profound implications for mental health management, obesity prevention, and even augmented reality. With over 1 billion people worldwide struggling with obesity and nearly 970 million dealing with mental health issues, according to the World Health Organization, Emteq's solution addresses critical health challenges by providing precise, real-world data on behavior and emotional responses.

The effectiveness of Sense has been backed by studies published in prominent journals like the "Journal of Medical Internal Research" and "Frontiers in Psychiatry." These studies validate the device's accuracy in tracking dietary habits and distinguishing mental health conditions like depression from typical emotional patterns.

Steen Strand, the new CEO of Emteq Labs, emphasized the technology's broader significance: "Eyewear is the next frontier for wearables, and Emteq is set to deliver the most compelling case yet-proving that smart glasses can dramatically improve your health."

By creating a strong use case for emotion-sensing eyewear, Emteq wants to shape the future of wearables and drive the adoption of augmented reality in healthcare and beyond.

The context

Emteq Labs has long been recognized as a leader in emotion-recognition technology, with its founder, Dr. Nduka, bringing expertise from both surgery and facial musculature science. The company has expanded its focus from lab-based solutions to real-world applications, moving beyond clinical settings into everyday life. The development of Sense is a continuation of Emteq's mission to harness advanced technology for real-time emotional insights. As the wearables market continues to evolve, Emteq's innovations could redefine how we understand and improve mental and physical health.

Emteq Labs plans to make its Sense development kit available to commercial partners in December, enabling further exploration of applications in healthcare, consumer sentiment analysis, and beyond.