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Dermot Diamond is a pioneering figure in wearable biochemical sensing and microfluidic actuation, whose work bridges analytical chemistry with real-world health monitoring. His primary research areas include wearable sensor platforms, ion-selective electrodes, and stimuli-responsive materials. Diamond’s most celebrated contribution is the **SwEatch platform**, a wearable sensor that samples and measures sodium and potassium in human sweat in real time during exercise—a breakthrough for non-invasive electrolyte monitoring, with his 2020 paper on this topic garnering 145 citations. He has also advanced soft robotics through spiropyran-based hydrogel actuators that move in response to light, a 2017 paper cited 132 times, demonstrating how molecular switches can drive mechanical motion. In microfluidics, Diamond introduced **xurography-actuated valving** for centrifugal flow control, enabling precise, instrument-controlled fluid handling without complex fabrication (37 citations). His work has profound implications for personalized health, sports science, and point-of-care diagnostics. A former Director of the National Centre for Sensor Research at Dublin City University, Diamond’s interdisciplinary approach has earned him international recognition, including multiple ERC awards. His research continues to inspire students and engineers seeking to integrate smart materials with wearable technology for real-world impact.