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Top 40 Science Trends in April

From One-Stop Diagnostic Apps to Wristworn Ant Farms

— April 25, 2015 — Tech
The top April 2015 science trends shows how companies are utilizing wearable technology more and more. Bringing science directly into people's lives not only through smartwatches, but also smartphones, it has never been easier to map the skies, diagnosis an illness or even raise an ant farm. Although the top April 2015 science trends are widely ranged, it's clear that technology has managed to bring the industry closer to the global population.

By putting the onus on people, the top April 2015 science trends shows that they can take an active stance when it comes to areas of their lives them are seemingly out of their control. More than that, this collection shows consumers are looking for ways to be in more control of their lives, which complements the direction science is taking.
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Oil Slick Assessing Vehicles
Oil Slick Assessing Vehicles
The Acoustic Slick Thickness ROV Assesses the Thickness of Oil Slicks
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Sports-Branded Prosthetics
Sports-Branded Prosthetics
This Diehard Fan Got the Seahawks Logo on his Artificial Eyeball
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38
Computer Anti-Fatigue Glasses
Computer Anti-Fatigue Glasses
OptimEYES Encourages People to Embrace Preventative Vision Measures
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37
Glaucoma-Treating Devices
Glaucoma-Treating Devices
The iStent is a Tiny Device That Helps Minimize Glaucoma's Impact
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36
Energy Usage Analytics
Energy Usage Analytics
The Pecan Street Project Uses Big Data to Study Energy Usage
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35
Bone-Building Technology
Bone-Building Technology
EpiBone Transforms the Way Doctors Will Be Able to Heal Patients
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34
Futuristic Infertility Treatments
Futuristic Infertility Treatments
The Augment Treatment from OvaScience 'Freshens Up' Women's Eggs
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33
Ebola-Proof Tablets
Ebola-Proof Tablets
This Medical Tablet from Google Can Withstand Being Cleaned with Chlorine
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32
Interactive Interstellar Events
Interactive Interstellar Events
NASA at SXSW Gives a Hands-On Look at Technology and Exploration
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31
BBQ-Themed Research Labs
BBQ-Themed Research Labs
The GE SXSW Research Lab Boasts a 12 Foot Tall Brisket Smoker
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30
Revolutionary Payment Systems
Revolutionary Payment Systems
'Pay By Skrill' Lets People Make Online Payments Using Mobile Money
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29
Prescription Smartphone Renewals
Prescription Smartphone Renewals
The Walgreens Rx App Engages Older Customers With Reminders
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28
Bedsore-Detecting Smart Bandages
Bedsore-Detecting Smart Bandages
Thee Smart Bandages Could Help Prevent Pressure Wounds
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27
CD-Shaped Diagnostic Tools
CD-Shaped Diagnostic Tools
The LabDisk Diagnostic Device Can Detect Multiple Diseases
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26
Virtual Space Travels
Virtual Space Travels
Earthlight Lets You Virtually Explore the International Space Station
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25
Diabetes Managing Apps
Diabetes Managing Apps
The Glucose Buddy App Helps Individuals Track Their Blood Sugar Levels
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24
Data-Driven Cycling Classes
Data-Driven Cycling Classes
The Pursuit by Equinox is a New High Tech Workout Debuting at SXSW
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23
One-Stop Diagnostic Apps
One-Stop Diagnostic Apps
The iTriage App is an All-in-One Healthcare Helper for iOS and Android
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22
Data-Yielding Space Apps
Data-Yielding Space Apps
The NASA Asteroid Hunter App is for the Citizen Scientist
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21
Fatigue-Beating Wearables
Fatigue-Beating Wearables
The Seattle Mariners Use Fatigue Science's Readiband Wearable System
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20
Remote-Controlled Beetles
Remote-Controlled Beetles
This Cyborg Beetle's Flight Was Controlled Via Its Electronic Backpack
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19
Crowdfunded Engineering Games
Crowdfunded Engineering Games
The Tesla vs Edison Game Completed a Successful Kickstarter Campaign
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18
Biological Cell Printers
Biological Cell Printers
BioBots' Medical 3D Printing Machine Creates Functional Living Tissue
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17
Galactic Crafts Beers
Galactic Crafts Beers
Ground Control from Ninkasi Brewing is Made Using Yeast Sent into Orbit
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16
Educational Printing Platforms
Educational Printing Platforms
i3D Creatives Introduces 3D Printing Software to Kids
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15
Living Tissue Contacts
Living Tissue Contacts
Holoclar Contact Lenses Enable the Blind to See Again with Their Own Cells
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14
Therapeutic 3D Games
Therapeutic 3D Games
Ubisoft's Dig Rush is Capable of Treating Lazy Eye
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13
Innovative Anti-Biofilm Packaging
Innovative Anti-Biofilm Packaging
TZD Sheath Can Protect Fresh Produce from Bacteria Contamination
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12
Heartbeat-Infused DJ Sets
Heartbeat-Infused DJ Sets
The 3M Science Campaign is Launching at This Year's SXSW
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11
Iconic Chemist Art
Iconic Chemist Art
Rachel Ignotofsky's 'Women in Science' Pays Tribute to Lady Genuises
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10
Electricity-Generating Urinals
Electricity-Generating Urinals
This Urinal Prototype Turns Your Pee Into Electrical Power
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9
Programmable Educational Balls
Programmable Educational Balls
The Hackaball Teaches Children How to Code
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8
Rapid 3D Printing Devices
Rapid 3D Printing Devices
Carbon3D's New Device Drastically Speeds Up 3D Manufacturing
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7
Girl-Targeted Science Kits
Girl-Targeted Science Kits
Yellow Scope Produces Creative and Rigorous Science Kits for Girls
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6
UV-Blocking Lenses
UV-Blocking Lenses
HOYA’s Recharge Lens Coating Provides Blue Light Protection
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5
Futuristic Laser Weapons
Futuristic Laser Weapons
This Lockheed Martin Laser Weapon Took Out a Truck
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4
Muscle-Enhancing Exoskeletons
Muscle-Enhancing Exoskeletons
This Soft Exoskeleton Suit Reduces Muscle Load
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3
Wristworn Ant Farms
Wristworn Ant Farms
The Ant Watch Creates a Small Ecosystem for You to Flaunt on Your Arm
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2
Eco-Friendly Lab Campuses
Eco-Friendly Lab Campuses
The CREATE Campus by Perkins+Will Features a Full Range of Labs
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Cyclist-Protecting Campaigns
Cyclist-Protecting Campaigns
The Volvo Life Paint Makes Bikes and Helmets Much More Visible
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