AI-Powered ’A-Heal’ Device Accelerates Wound Healing by 25%, University of California Scientists Report
SANTA CRUZ, CA – Scientists at the University of California have developed a novel device, dubbed “A-Heal,” that utilizes artificial intelligence to personalize and accelerate wound healing by up to 25%. The technology, described as a “high-tech upgrade to the everyday pavement,” operates as a closed system requiring no active input from the patient.
the A-Heal device functions by continuously monitoring a wound’s progress through regular imaging. Every few hours, the device captures a photograph of the wound and transmits it to a nearby computer for analysis by an integrated AI – referred to as an ”AI doctor.” This AI assesses the wound’s condition and determines if additional intervention is needed.
“It is basically a microscope in an association,” explained Professor Mircea Teodorescu, a scientist involved in the study.
Unlike typical machine learning applications, the A-Heal’s AI learns and adapts to each individual patient over time, adjusting treatment strategies – including drug dosage and electrical stimulation - to optimize healing. This allows for a rapid and intelligent approach to treatment.
“Our system absorbs all of the body and optimizes the healing process through external interventions,” stated Professor Marco Rolandi, the project’s lead researcher.
Researchers believe the A-Heal technology holds significant potential to revolutionize the medical industry, notably for individuals with chronic, difficult-to-heal, or infected wounds. While not yet available on the market,the progress represents a significant step forward in AI-driven medical care.
Source: “AI-powered smart bandage heals wounds 25% faster,” published by the University of California – Santa Cruz, September 24, 2025. (https://www.nature.com/articles/s44385-025-00038-6)
