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Top 50 Science Trends in February

From Cancer-Detecting Gloves to Salt-Embedded Asphalt

— February 28, 2016 — Eco
The top February 2016 science trends highlights research and commercial applications of innovations related to any of the scientific disciplines.

Recently, a research team at the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Engineering announced their success in developing a pair of sensor-embedded gloves capable of detecting the presence cancerous cells. The awe-inspiring project involves the science of haptic pressure and suggests a previously unimagined application for wearable technology.

Meanwhile, a project of Shell and Akon Lighting Africa in Lagos has seen the installation of a soccer pitch that transforms the kinetic energy of each step the players make into power to light the stadium. Manufactured by Pavegen, the innovative technology allows players to enjoy physical activity at night when the weather is cooler and more temperate, while it also suggests cost-efficient sustainable power sources.
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Battery-Monitoring Technologies
Battery-Monitoring Technologies
This New Technology from Stanford Prevents Battery Overheating
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48
Player-Powered Pitches
Player-Powered Pitches
This Soccer Pitch in Nigeria Generates Electricity Using Players' Movements
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47
Integrated Automobile Portals
Integrated Automobile Portals
The BMW Labs Driver Portal Exploits the Internet of Things
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46
Manned Space Capsules
Manned Space Capsules
The SpaceX Crew Dragon is Capable of Thrusting Itself Into the Sky
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45
Un-Bruisable Potatoes
Un-Bruisable Potatoes
These GMO Potatoes Have Been Engineered to Never Brown or Bruise
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44
Self-Heating Batteries
Self-Heating Batteries
This Self-Heating Battery Ably Overcomes Harsh Winter Weather
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43
Low-Power Processors
Low-Power Processors
The New Intel Broadwell and Skylake Processors are Unveiled Prior to CES 2016
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42
Auto-Backed Space Projects
Auto-Backed Space Projects
Part Time Scientists' Audi Rover Will Debut at the Detroit Auto Show
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41
Autonomous Automobile Computers
Autonomous Automobile Computers
The Nvidia 'Drive PX 2' In-Car Computer Packs Powerful Features
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40
Disease-Fighting Insects
Disease-Fighting Insects
Oxitech's Genetically Modified Mosquitos are Fighting the Zika Virus
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39
Salt-Embedded Asphalt
Salt-Embedded Asphalt
This Winter-Friendly Scientific Breakthrough Could Prevent Frozen Roads
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38
Virtual Museum Visits
Virtual Museum Visits
The Guggenheim Museum's Artwork Can Now Be Viewed Through Google Street View
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37
Satellite Communication Vehicles
Satellite Communication Vehicles
Toyota Partnered with Kymeta to Create New Connectivity Features
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36
Sperm-Supporting Robots
Sperm-Supporting Robots
The 'Spermbot' is Intended to Increase Fertility by Supporting Sperm
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35
Commemorating Rockstar Constellations
Commemorating Rockstar Constellations
MIRA Public Observatory Gives David Bowie a Star Tribute
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34
Hurricane-Analyzing Drones
Hurricane-Analyzing Drones
The Coyote Unmanned Aircraft System Aims to Improve Storm Forecasting
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33
Meteoric Printing Filaments
Meteoric Printing Filaments
At CES 2016, Planetary Resources Showed Off 3D-Printed Alien Metal
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32
Customized Genetic News Apps
Customized Genetic News Apps
The Genome Compass App Offers Relevant Gene Sequencing Information
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31
Amphibious Copter Drones
Amphibious Copter Drones
The Loon Copter Can Float Underwater and Soar In the Sky
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30
Equipment-Sharing Medical Groups
Equipment-Sharing Medical Groups
Cohealo is a Sharing Economy Solution for the Healthcare Industry
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29
Muscle-Motoring Exoskeletons
Muscle-Motoring Exoskeletons
This Passive Exoskeleton is Designed For Muscular Dystrophy Patients
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28
Maintenance-Free Water Filterers
Maintenance-Free Water Filterers
The 'BottleLess' Water Purification System Provides Crisp H2O
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27
Diabetes-Reversing Platforms
Diabetes-Reversing Platforms
Suggestic Creates Custom Lifestyle Plans for Type 2 Diabetes Reversal
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26
Wearable Vest Defibrillators
Wearable Vest Defibrillators
The ZOLL 'LifeVest' Cardiac Defibrillator Senses and Corrects Issues
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25
Health-Analyzing Pills
Health-Analyzing Pills
This Smart Capsule Helps Analyze Intestinal Health More Accurately
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24
Wearables-Focused Processors
Wearables-Focused Processors
The Samsung Bio-Processor is Designed for the Mobile Health Market
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23
Silencing Snore Patches
Silencing Snore Patches
The Smartpatch Cleverly Reduce the Sounds of Noisy Sleepers
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22
Diabetic Smart Mats
Diabetic Smart Mats
This Mat Helps Prevent Amputations by Predicting the Possibility of Ulceration
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21
Homework Help Apps
Homework Help Apps
Tutor App GotIt! is an Inexpensive Solution for Math and Science Advice
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20
Submersible Haptic Search Gloves
Submersible Haptic Search Gloves
This Glove Uses Echolocation and Haptic Feedback Underwater
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19
3D Animal-Scanning Cameras
3D Animal-Scanning Cameras
The Beastcam Captures Accurate 3D Renderings of Animals
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18
Powerful Brainwave Monitors
Powerful Brainwave Monitors
This Wearable EEG Cap Enables Mobile Brain Monitoring
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17
Cancer-Detecting Gloves
Cancer-Detecting Gloves
This New Type of Pressure Sensor Will Detect Tumors by Touch
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16
Disposable Pulse Monitors
Disposable Pulse Monitors
The 'Oxxiom' Pulse Oximeter from True Wearables is Hygienic
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15
Tablet-Powered Smart Fridges
Tablet-Powered Smart Fridges
The New Samsung Touchscreen Fridge Will Launch at CES 2016
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14
Space-Grade Fashion Collaborations
Space-Grade Fashion Collaborations
This Athletic Brand is Designing Flight Suits for Astronauts
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13
Medical Marijuana Biotech Brands
Medical Marijuana Biotech Brands
Potbotics is a Biotech Startup Doing Revolutionary Research
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12
Deluxe Multi-Purpose Vaporizers
Deluxe Multi-Purpose Vaporizers
The QuickDraw 500 DLX is the Latest from the Vaporizer Brand
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11
3D-Printed Digital Sundials
3D-Printed Digital Sundials
The Mojoptix Sundial Doesn't Use Any Electronics Or Moving Parts
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10
Sub-Orbital Spacecraft Concepts
Sub-Orbital Spacecraft Concepts
This ISRO Spaceplane Will Reduce the Cost of Launching Payloads
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9
Tremor-Dampening Gloves
Tremor-Dampening Gloves
The 'GyroGlove' is a Wearable Device That Reduces Hand Tremors
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8
Futuristic Biometric Bras
Futuristic Biometric Bras
The Biometric Bra from OmSignal Will Debut at CES 2016 in Vegas
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7
Temperature-Sensing Labels
Temperature-Sensing Labels
The ThinFilm Electronic Temperature Sensor Monitors Products
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6
Satellite-Tracking Pavilions
Satellite-Tracking Pavilions
The Orbit Pavilion Structure Uses Satellite Tracking Data From NASA
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5
Anti-Wrinkle Skin Patches
Anti-Wrinkle Skin Patches
Innoture's 3D-Printed Radara Micro Needle Patches Address Anti-Aging
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4
Solar-Powered Outerwear
Solar-Powered Outerwear
This Solar-Powered Fabric Keep Consumers Warm Without the Extra Layers
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3
Futuristic Science Museums
Futuristic Science Museums
The Museum of Tomorrow Has Opened in Rio De Janeiro
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2
Supersonic LEGO Models
Supersonic LEGO Models
This Air France Concorde Model is Made Out of LEGO Bricks
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1
Exoskeleton Leg Supports
Exoskeleton Leg Supports
The Archelis Offers Leg Support for Surgeons During Procedures
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