# Cancer-Detecting Bras Higia Technologies' 'EVA' Bra Spots Early Stages of Breast Cancer By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-05-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cancer-detecting References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/392894/Teen-Invents-A-Bra-That-Can-Help-Detect-Breast-Cancer-At-Early-Stages/) & [higia.tech](http://higia.tech/) Julián Ríos Cantú developed 'EVA,' a potentially life-saving smart, [cancer-detecting bra](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-cancer-screening) that was inspired by the loss of his own mother to breast cancer five years ago. The [app-connected EVA bra](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/know-your-lemons) boasts biosensors that are able to track significant changes in the body, such as temperature, texture and even color. As Cantú explains: "When there is a tumor in the breast, there is more blood, more heat, so there are [changes in temperature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mij-technology) and in texture." While the bra has the potential to alert its wearer about the early stages of cancer, ultimately a the advice of a doctor should be sought out, especially in case of dramatic changes. The most remarkable part about Cantú, the CEO and co-founder of Higia Technologies is that he is just 18 years old. For his remarkable creation, he recently received the first place in the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Cancer-detecting Wearables:** The development of smart wearables, like Higia Technologies' 'EVA' bra, that can detect early stages of cancer through tracking significant changes in the body. - **Personalized Healthcare Technology:** The emergence of personalized healthcare technologies, such as biosensors in bras, that provide individuals with real-time data and insights about their health. - **Youth-led Entrepreneurship:** The rise of young entrepreneurs, like 18-year-old Julián Ríos Cantú, who are creating innovative solutions to address pressing social and health issues. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can explore the integration of smart wearables, like cancer-detecting bras, to enhance early detection and prevention strategies for various medical conditions. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can collaborate with technology companies to design and produce stylish and functional smart wearables, such as bras with built-in biosensors. - **Tech Hardware:** The tech hardware industry can further develop and refine the technology behind smart wearables, improving accuracy and user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cancer-Symptom Detecting Bras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stage-zero.md) - [AI-Powered At-Home Screenings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feminai.md) - [Cancer-Detecting AI Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skincancer-ai-device.md) - [AI-Powered Bra Fitting Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brarista.md) - [Hi-Tech Breast-Supporting Sports Bras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/techfit-control-bra.md) - [Health Awareness Undergarments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underaware.md) - [Robotic Breast Examinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-of-bristol-1.md) - [Breast Health Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dotplot.md) - [Breast Cancer AI Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ge-healthcare-1.md)