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Top 35 Science Trends in June

From Private Space Taxis to Smartphone Microscope Lenses

— June 27, 2015 — Tech
With the recent announcement of a few space-related developments, the collection of top June 2015 science trends revolve heavily around this particular theme. Bill Nye is currently heading a successful Kickstarter campaign for an efficient and inexpensive form of space exploration while Boeing is hoping to send consumers into space by the end of this year.

In addition to these futuristic advancements, the top June 2015 science trends also involve quite a few in the medical field. Consumers are looking forward to promising technology to address everyday health concerns. Whether that means pain management or expensive exams, there are many ways in which the industry can improve their services to the betterment of patients around the world. This is evident in the creation of low-cost body scans, parasite-finding apps and doctor-training robots.
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Asteroid-Exploring Software
Asteroid-Exploring Software
This Browser-Based Application Lets You Explore the Asteroid Vesta
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Bat-Inspired Sonar Systems
Bat-Inspired Sonar Systems
This Horseshoe Bat-Inspired Sonar is Compact and Efficient
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33
Commercial Space Vehicles
Commercial Space Vehicles
The Blue Origin New Shepard Space Vehicle Was Pioneered By Jeff Bezos
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32
Crowdsourced Martian Challenges
Crowdsourced Martian Challenges
NASA's Journey to Mars Challenge is Seeking Technology Solutions
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31
Private Space Taxis
Private Space Taxis
The Boeing Space Tourism Program Will Head to the International Space Station
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30
Prescription-Correcting Platforms
Prescription-Correcting Platforms
MedAware Uses Data Analytics to Prevent Medication Errors
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29
Parasite-Finding Smartphone Microscopes
Parasite-Finding Smartphone Microscopes
The Cellscope Scans Blood for Parasitic Worms in Minutes
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28
Solar Sailing Spacecrafts (Update)
Solar Sailing Spacecrafts (Update)
LightSail Provides Inexpensive, Inexhaustible Space Exploration
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27
Extraterrestrial Furniture
Extraterrestrial Furniture
The Lunar Lounger Project Aims to Design Furniture For Space
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26
Gravity-Simulating Spacesuits
Gravity-Simulating Spacesuits
The Variable Vector Countermeasure Suit Creates Artificial Gravity
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25
Russian Space Tourism
Russian Space Tourism
Russia Announces Re-Opening It's Space Tourism Program in 2018
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24
Deceased DNA Keepsakes
Deceased DNA Keepsakes
Distinctive Life Helps People Remember a Loved One by Preserving DNA
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23
Sonic Boom Displays
Sonic Boom Displays
This Real-Time Sonic Boom Display Would Aid Supersonic Aircraft
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22
3D Fabric Printers
3D Fabric Printers
The Elecroloom is the First 3D Printer to Make Clothing
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21
Memory-Supplementing Apps
Memory-Supplementing Apps
Samsung's Memory Recaller Helps Alzheimer Patients Cope with Memory Loss
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20
Greaseless Ball Bearings
Greaseless Ball Bearings
These Ball Bearings Offer Reduced Friction and Smootg
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19
Artificial Cosmetic Testing Skin
Artificial Cosmetic Testing Skin
L'Oreal is Testing Cosmetics on 3D-Printed Skin Tissue
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18
Amputation-Preventing Stockings
Amputation-Preventing Stockings
These Stockings for Diabetics Help Prevent Chronic Pressure Sores
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17
Synthetic Surgery Cadavers
Synthetic Surgery Cadavers
The SynDaver Patient is a Realistic Alternative to Cadavers
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16
Parkinson's-Relieving Motion Sensors
Parkinson's-Relieving Motion Sensors
This Hacked Kinect Sensor Helps Parkinson's Sufferers Walk
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15
Healthcare Training Robots
Healthcare Training Robots
Normandale Community College's Mannequins Assist with Hospital Training
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14
Wobbly Bladeless Turbines
Wobbly Bladeless Turbines
The Vortex Turbines Wobble to Generate Energy
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13
Smartphone Microscope Lenses
Smartphone Microscope Lenses
This Lens Can Fit Any Smartphone and Costs Next to Nothing to Make
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12
Balloon Space Travel
Balloon Space Travel
Arizona's World View Broke Records for the World’s Highest Parafoil Flight
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11
Low-Cost Medical Scanners
Low-Cost Medical Scanners
The Adapted X-Ray Machine is Designed for Hot Developing Countries
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10
Martian 3D-Printing Competitions
Martian 3D-Printing Competitions
NASA's 3D Printed Habitat Challenge
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9
Planet-Exploring Inflatable Planes
Planet-Exploring Inflatable Planes
Northrop Grumman Designs a Way to Skim Venus's Upper Atmosphere
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8
Pain Management Patches
Pain Management Patches
Cur's Wearable Solution for Pain is an Alternative to Narcotic Treatment
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7
Wearable Cockpits
Wearable Cockpits
BAE Systems' Wearable Cockpit Won't Require Hardware Upgrades
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6
Cancer-Fighting WiFi Towers
Cancer-Fighting WiFi Towers
Shadow WiFi Offers WiFi Access In the Shade Only
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5
Thermal Night Vision Goggles
Thermal Night Vision Goggles
These Military Goggles Combine Thermal Imaging & Night Vision Systems
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4
Silent Bladeless Wind Turbines
Silent Bladeless Wind Turbines
The Vortex Bladeless is a Revolutionary New Bird-Safe Wind Turbine
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3
Plant-Cleaned Fish Tanks
Plant-Cleaned Fish Tanks
The EcoQube C Uses a Plant to Clean its Water
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2
Virtual Reality Hospitals
Virtual Reality Hospitals
The Miami Children's Hospital is Experimenting with Virtual Reality
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Vanguard Spaceship Concepts
Vanguard Spaceship Concepts
NASA's IXS Enterprise Model is Conceived by Artist Mark Rademaker
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