Sensors for Heart Rate Monitoring and Cardiovascular Disease

Dear Colleagues,

Heart rate monitoring and the early detection of cardiovascular diseases are pivotal aspects of contemporary healthcare. Advances in sensor technologies have led to the development of precise, portable, and cost-effective systems capable of ensuring continuous heart health monitoring. These sensors, ranging from traditional electrode-based technologies (like ECG) to optical PPG (photoplethysmography) sensors, provide significant insights into heart rate variability (HRV), arrhythmias, and stress levels.

Innovations such as wearable devices, implants, and contactless systems are revolutionizing the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) significantly enhance data analysis, enabling the faster detection of anomalies and supporting personalized treatments. Emphasis is particularly placed on energy-efficient, wireless, and biocompatible designs, making long-term monitoring more comfortable and accessible.

The integration of heart rate sensors into smartwatches and smartphones fosters preventive health monitoring, while specialized medical devices enable precise diagnostics. However, challenges persist in areas such as data quality, noise suppression, and data privacy.

This Special Issue explores the latest advancements in heart rate monitoring sensor technology and its applications in preventing, diagnosing, and treating cardiovascular diseases. Contributions on innovative technologies, clinical applications, and their societal impact are particularly encouraged.

Dr. Helmut Karl Lackner
Dr. Alexander Müller
Guest Editors

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