Kuala Lampur, Nov. 2 -- As Malaysia steadily moves towards becoming an ageing nation, with more than 15 per cent of its population projected to be over 60 by 2030, the urgency to reimagine how we care for our elderly cannot be overstated.

The realities of longer lifespans, shrinking family sizes, and urban migration have strained traditional caregiving models, calling for thoughtful integration of technology into eldercare services.

As a biomedical engineering student, I believe that the answer may lie in the sensors we build and the empathy we embed in them.

Around the world, sensor-based technologies are being used to address issues such as fall detection, medication adherence, vital signs monitoring, and mobility support.

In Japan ...