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SilentCare is a noise monitoring system that aims to transform NICUs into calmer, quieter spaces, mitigating associated trauma.

Project: Final Master Project

Role: Medical Design, Data Enabled Design

Year: 2022 - 2023

Outcome: A noise monitoring system that gives the NICU staff the tools they need to manage the sound levels in the ward.

SilentCare includes a network of microphones to gather real-time data, and a dashboard providing staff with actionable insights on noise sources and levels.

Background

Neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) are a critical environment for premature and critically ill newborns. However, the noise levels in NICUs are often higher than recommended guidelines, which can impact the development of newborns and increase stress levels for staff and family members.

Noise sources: harmful noise (red), normal noise (blue) and soothing sounds (green)

Problem

Despite efforts to address this, managing noise in NICUs remains a significant challenge, due to its multifaceted nature, the various noise sources, and the need for individualized solutions in different NICUs.