Category: Technology & Devices
New robot Tomatan feeds you tomatoes as you run
A new wearable robot called Tomatan which feeds you tomatoes as you run has been invented. Tomatan is a robot that can be worn as a backpack. Weighing 8kg (18 pounds), it features a tomato shaped head with a mouth […]
A man-made hand as good as the natural one
European surgeons and engineers have devised A mind-controlled bionic hand that restores function almost as well as a flesh-and-blood transplant, but without the risk of rejection, have been devised by European surgeons and engineers, a research paper said Wednesday. The […]
UK okays 3-person babies
The UK has now become the first country to approve laws to allow the creation of babies from three people. The modified version of IVF has passed its final legislative obstacle after being approved by the House of Lords. The […]
Tattoo removal cream in the works
A topical ointment that would drastically simplify the costly, invasive process of removing a tattoo has been developed in Canada. The cream kicks the skin’s natural healing process into gear – the very process that’s activated from the moment you […]
Now smartphones can test for HIV and syphilis
U.S. researchers have found a way to turn a common smartphone into a quick and easy device to conduct field tests for HIV and syphilis. Using an attachment that costs $34 to make—a far cry from the standard $18,000 for […]
A vending machine that dispenses pot
A vending machine selling marijuana was launched in Seattle. Vending machines selling medical marijuana opened for business in Seattle on Tuesday, in what the company providing them billed as a first-in-the-state innovation that it expects to expand to other cities […]
Screen time decreases teens’ sleep
The blue light that emanates form gadgets like computers, phones and tablets may decrease and ruin teens’ sleep time, a study says. “There are probably many possible pathways between screen time and sleep, some of which are direct,” said lead […]
Technology to set caregivers at ease
As our population ages, it’s necessary to develop healthcare solutions and technologies suited for that population. Combine with that the rising costs associated with hospitals and the desire that our older population has to stay out of assisted living, and […]
Extended telomeres reverse aging
A new technique promises to increase the length of human telomeres quickly and efficiently, thereby reversing the aging process and paving the way for treatment of highly debilitating genetic diseases, scientists say. Treated cells behave as if they are much […]
Commercial sunbeds banned in Australia
Australia has banned commercial sunbeds in most states and territories as it has been found to spread cancer. The ban took effect on the 1st of January in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, Queensland and in the Australian […]
