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.
Top 40 Science Trends in April
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Wristworn Ant Farms
The Ant Watch Creates a Small Ecosystem for You to Flaunt on Your Arm
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Eco-Friendly Lab Campuses
The CREATE Campus by Perkins+Will Features a Full Range of Labs
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Futuristic Laser Weapons
This Lockheed Martin Laser Weapon Took Out a Truck
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Rapid 3D Printing Devices
Carbon3D's New Device Drastically Speeds Up 3D Manufacturing
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Cyclist-Protecting Campaigns
The Volvo Life Paint Makes Bikes and Helmets Much More Visible
35
UV-Blocking Lenses
HOYA’s Recharge Lens Coating Provides Blue Light Protection
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Biological Cell Printers
BioBots' Medical 3D Printing Machine Creates Functional Living Tissue
33
Heartbeat-Infused DJ Sets
The 3M Science Campaign is Launching at This Year's SXSW
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Iconic Chemist Art
Rachel Ignotofsky's 'Women in Science' Pays Tribute to Lady Genuises
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Living Tissue Contacts
Holoclar Contact Lenses Enable the Blind to See Again with Their Own Cells
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Therapeutic 3D Games
Ubisoft's Dig Rush is Capable of Treating Lazy Eye
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Girl-Targeted Science Kits
Yellow Scope Produces Creative and Rigorous Science Kits for Girls
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Revolutionary Payment Systems
'Pay By Skrill' Lets People Make Online Payments Using Mobile Money
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Remote-Controlled Beetles
This Cyborg Beetle's Flight Was Controlled Via Its Electronic Backpack
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Programmable Educational Balls
The Hackaball Teaches Children How to Code
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Muscle-Enhancing Exoskeletons
This Soft Exoskeleton Suit Reduces Muscle Load
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Educational Printing Platforms
i3D Creatives Introduces 3D Printing Software to Kids
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Electricity-Generating Urinals
This Urinal Prototype Turns Your Pee Into Electrical Power
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Galactic Crafts Beers
Ground Control from Ninkasi Brewing is Made Using Yeast Sent into Orbit
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Fatigue-Beating Wearables
The Seattle Mariners Use Fatigue Science's Readiband Wearable System
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Computer Anti-Fatigue Glasses
OptimEYES Encourages People to Embrace Preventative Vision Measures
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CD-Shaped Diagnostic Tools
The LabDisk Diagnostic Device Can Detect Multiple Diseases
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One-Stop Diagnostic Apps
The iTriage App is an All-in-One Healthcare Helper for iOS and Android
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Data-Driven Cycling Classes
The Pursuit by Equinox is a New High Tech Workout Debuting at SXSW
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Bedsore-Detecting Smart Bandages
Thee Smart Bandages Could Help Prevent Pressure Wounds
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Ebola-Proof Tablets
This Medical Tablet from Google Can Withstand Being Cleaned with Chlorine
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Glaucoma-Treating Devices
The iStent is a Tiny Device That Helps Minimize Glaucoma's Impact
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Data-Yielding Space Apps
The NASA Asteroid Hunter App is for the Citizen Scientist
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Prescription Smartphone Renewals
The Walgreens Rx App Engages Older Customers With Reminders
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BBQ-Themed Research Labs
The GE SXSW Research Lab Boasts a 12 Foot Tall Brisket Smoker
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Crowdfunded Engineering Games
The Tesla vs Edison Game Completed a Successful Kickstarter Campaign
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Diabetes Managing Apps
The Glucose Buddy App Helps Individuals Track Their Blood Sugar Levels
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Interactive Interstellar Events
NASA at SXSW Gives a Hands-On Look at Technology and Exploration
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Futuristic Infertility Treatments
The Augment Treatment from OvaScience 'Freshens Up' Women's Eggs
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Sports-Branded Prosthetics
This Diehard Fan Got the Seahawks Logo on his Artificial Eyeball
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Bone-Building Technology
EpiBone Transforms the Way Doctors Will Be Able to Heal Patients
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Virtual Space Travels
Earthlight Lets You Virtually Explore the International Space Station
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Energy Usage Analytics
The Pecan Street Project Uses Big Data to Study Energy Usage
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Oil Slick Assessing Vehicles
The Acoustic Slick Thickness ROV Assesses the Thickness of Oil Slicks
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Innovative Anti-Biofilm Packaging
TZD Sheath Can Protect Fresh Produce from Bacteria Contamination
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Shipping Container Campuses
Pop Brixton Aims to Bring A Sense of Community to the District
Elegant Ribbon Urinals
This New Toilet Concept Proposes a Sculptural Form That Reuses Water
Virtual Reality Parties
The Google Cardboard SXSW Party Creates a Space for Virtual Fun
Futuristic 3D Printed Vehicles
The EDAG Genesis is Inspired By a Turtle's Skeleton
Futuristic Supercar Concepts
The Alpine Vision Gran Turismo Celebrates the Brand's 60th Birthday
Detoxifying Juice Branding
Verve Juices Has a New Look for Its Line of Healthy Cleansing Drinks
Holographic Fishing Technology
The Hunter-Gatherer Lets You Virtually Catch Your Food for Delivery
Cyclist Signal Gloves
For Urban Cycling Safety, These Gloves Keep Motorists Informed of Turns
Digital Eye Strain Remedies
BM Biotechnology Develops Glasses to Treat Dry Eye Syndrome
Architectural Museum Showcases
The Hot to Cold Exhibit by BIG in Washington DC is Fascinating
Toy Inventor Apps
Make Toys with Autodesk's 3D-Printing Tinkerplay App
Casual Dining Trucks
A McDonald's Food Truck and Lounge at SXSW Tempts Millennials
UV-Blocking Lenses
HOYA’s Recharge Lens Coating Provides Blue Light Protection
Robotic Dating App Stunts
This SXSW Tinder Marketing Stunt Used a Hot Robot to Promote Ex Machina
Handlebar-Flipping Bicycle Attachments
FlipCrown Makes It Easier to Cram Your Bicycle Anywhere
Senior-Protecting Wearables
This Smartwatch for the Elderly is Raising Finances via Kickstarter
Motion Capture Sportswear
The Tracky Apparel Uses Motion Sensors to Assess Your Performance
Interactive Cat Videos
This Interactive Morris the Cat Video is a Preview for SXSW 2015
Lavish Festival Suites
The H&M Airbnb SXSW Sweepstakes is Giving Away Three Free Stays
Gamified Medication Apps
Prescription Rewards App Encourages Patients to Keep On Top of Their Meds
Foodie Scavenger Hunts
The Austin Food Crawl Gives SXSW Visitors a Taste of the Texan City
Emoji Tattoo Parlors
Tattly Brings a Temporary Tatt Stall to SXSW for Pop Culture Junkies
Telescopic Contact Lenses
These Telescopic Contact Lenses Can Be Zoomed At the Blink of an Eye
Branded Fitness Communities
The Nike Training Club Connects Like-Minded People in a Healthy Way
Kid-Safe 3D Printers
Bonsai Labs' 3D Printer for Kids Operates at a Lower Temperature
Heartbeat-Infused DJ Sets
The 3M Science Campaign is Launching at This Year's SXSW
Disease Data Visualizations
This Interactive Map Shows Cases of Preventable Outbreaks Globally
Disease-Fighting Smart Bandages
MultiSense Memory is a Wearable Sensor that Safely Tracks Illness
Grumpy Feline Food Stunts
People Lined Up For Hours to Meet Grumpy Cat at SXSW
Sponsored Charging Stations
Windex Booth Lets You Clean Screens, Boost Batteries and Take Selfies
Pocket Virtual Reality Headsets
Moggles is a Portable Solution that Works with Smartphones
Design Studio Brews
Megalo Beer is a Clever Promotional Item from Megalo Design
Glowing Fashion Toys
The Lite Brix Encourages Girls to Build a Radiantly Techy-Driven Runway
Desktop 3D Printers
Root by GP3D is Affordable, Easy-to-Use and Compact
Potion-Brewing Board Games
The Alchemists Game Requires Players to Invent Magic Potions
Bearded Matchmaking Research
These Gillette Dating Statistics Take Advantage of Tinder's Big Data
Therapeutic 3D Games
Ubisoft's Dig Rush is Capable of Treating Lazy Eye
Virtual Bike Race Technology
VeloReality's Indoor Cycling Videos Let Riders Race in Cold Weather
Tactile Guiding Cuffs
Vibrating Wristband Helps Navigate the Visually Impaired Through the City
Retro Beer Branding
The Gzub Craft Brewing Packaging is Highly Detailed and Colorful
Cold Brew Coffee Products
Chilled Javas and Iced Coffee Infusions Make Cool Cuppas Easy at Home
Inclusive Streaming Services
Meerkat SXSW Streams Are Being Used to Share SXSW Programming
Glass Greenhouse-Style Buildings
Google Campus in Mountain View is Inspired by Its Surroundings
Tactile Children's Books
This 3D Printed Book Project Helps Young Blind Kids Read Earlier
Bionic Eye Implants
Second Sight's Argus II Gives The Gift of Vision to the Blind
Terror-Tracking Sleep Devices
The Lully Helps Get Rid of Night Terrors in Children
After-Dark Display Apps
This Blue Light Filter App Protects Your Eyes from Harmful Backlit Screens
Personalized Telemedicine Platforms
The Sense.ly Virtual Nurse Provides Healthcare Remotely
Exercise-Rewarding Retail Apps
Carrot Offers Health Incentives and Offers at Local Businesses
Medical Volunteer Platforms
Apple ResearchKit Lets Volunteers Take Tests on iPhones for More Data
Hospital-Based Wearable Tech
The Apple HealthKit Helps Monitor Chronic Conditions
Vision-Enhancing Electronic Eyewear
eSight High-Tech Glasses Restore Vision with Real Time Video
Digital Boxing Gloves
The Puncho Tracks the Strength of Its User and Shares Stats Through an App
Surprise Pitch Promotions
MasterCard's Surprise Promotion Invites You to Unleash Your Next Idea
Techie Kicking Games
This Hi-Tech Shuttlecock Tracks Players' Activity and Shares It
Alternate Reality Games
Schuh's Shops Are Portals for Google's Ingress Location-Based Game
Medieval Board Games
The Carcassone Board Game Retains Its Old-World Charm On Your iPhone and iPad
Virtual Reality Concerts
Visualise's 360-Degree Virtual Concert is Headlined by Kasabian
3D-Printed Castle Toys
Engineer Mariano Gros Baneres Recreates Elsa's Frozen Castle
Ocular Smart Watches
The Eye Tribe is a Smart Watch Integrating Eye-Tracking Technology
Contactless POS Systems
Proxama's Units Offer Solutions for NFC Marketing & Loyalty Platforms
Computer Anti-Fatigue Glasses
OptimEYES Encourages People to Embrace Preventative Vision Measures
The Certainty of Change
Jeremy Gutsche's Better and Faster Urges Action During Times of Change
VR Action Movie Experiences
This Insurgent Film Short Gives Fans an Immersive Experience at SXSW
Artisanal Fried Chicken Restaurants
David Chang's Faku Eatery Concept Was Introduced at SXSW
Augmented Toy Apps
LEGO X Adds a High-Tech Element to Building Block Play
Bright Toadstool Lights
This Mushroom Lamp is a Glowing Symbol of Biological Metamorphosis
Robotic Petting Zoos
The SXSW Robot Petting Zoo Will Host a Variety of Drones and Robots
Contactless Payment Photobooths
Zeven Media's Mobile Photo Booth Uses a Touchless Payment System
Community-Building Food Trucks
Dining at This SXSW Kosher Food Truck Redefines Connectivity
Modular Strap Watches
The Pebble Time Watch's Straps Can Be Easily Swapped Out
Pothole-Evading Bicycle Handlebars
The Bam City Handlebar Flexes To Reduce Pothole Impact
Colorful Futuristic Campuses
The Beatrix College Tilburg Campus is Vibrant and Full of Life
Password-Free Logins
Yahoo Unveils Latest Encrypted Email Technology at SXSW 2015
Full-Scale Board Games
This Human Hungry Hippos Game Will Bring Out the Kid in Everyone
Contactless Payment Cards
The Reloadable Sweep Card Makes Effortless Touch-Free Payments
Glaucoma-Treating Devices
The iStent is a Tiny Device That Helps Minimize Glaucoma's Impact
HIV-Testing Smartphone Devices
This Smartphone Accessory Detects HIV in 15 Minutes
Charitable Hockey Beer
The NHL and the Lake of Bays Brewing Company Collaborate to Support Kids
Girl-Targeted Tech Programs
This 3D Printing Project Enables You to Invest in Girls' Education
Eye Care Screens
This Interactive Flat Panel Includes Eye Care Technology
Military-Grade Vision Apps
Konan Medical's Eyesight Test Helps to Qualify Civil & Naval Aviators
Indoor Air Monitors
The Speck Gauges Air Quality Inside Your Home
Female-Focused Festival Lounges
The Ipsos Girls' Lounge Celebrates Beauty and Pampering
Mythical Game Subscriptions
Mythoard is a Monthly Subscription Box for Live Action Role-Playing
Powered Dirt Toys
The MudWatt Science Kit Involves Interest in Science, Tech and the Natural World
BBQ-Themed Research Labs
The GE SXSW Research Lab Boasts a 12 Foot Tall Brisket Smoker
Writing-Teaching Robots
The Co-Writer Project Uses Robots to Help Children Learn to Write
Phone Charger Rescue Dogs
The Mophie Battery Rescue Dogs Save Dead Devices at SXSW
Idling Smartphone Medical Apps
This Swedish Medical App Works While Your Phone is Sleeping
Athletic Festival Meetups
RunHaven and Brooks are Organizing a 5K and 10K for Runners at SXSW
Free-Ranging Military Drones
This Piaggio Aerospace Drone Has a Range Of 8,150 Kilometers
Global Millennial Graphs
The Millennial Development Goals Graphic Reveals Global Problems
Vision Improvement Apps
GlassesOff Uses Gamification to Reduce Need for Vision-Correcting Devices
Local Socialization Apps
In Partnership with Austin Blogs, Qork is the Ultimate SXSW Guide
Hydration Reminder Apps
The iHydrate App Intuitively Helps You Achieve Your Hydration Goals
Business Insight Apps
Teradata's Aster AppCenter Makes Big Data for Business Comprehensible
Female-Only Repair Shops
Hilary Noack is Crowdfunding to Open an All Girls Auto Shop in Toronto
Virtual Shark Swims
Samsung Uses Its Gear VR to Offer a Thrilling Swim with Sharks
Jetliner Festival Shuttles
The Delta SXSW Party Plane from LA to Austin is Invite Only
Kickable Robotic Dogs
Spot the Kickable Robot Was Developed By Boston Dynamics
Digitally Enhanced Boardgames
Golem Arcana Embeds Traditional Rule Book into an App
Cherry Blossom Brews
This Japanese Beer Captures the Taste of Sakura Season
On-Demand Interactive Events
Roku's SXSW On Channel Lets Users Experience the Festival From Home
Sun-Gazing Simulations
This Oculus Rift Experience Has You Safely Stare at the Sun
Board Game-Extending Apps
MONOPOLY zAPPed Introduces Mini Games to Enhance the Playing Experience
Girls Coding Camps
TechGirlz Runs a Tech-Themed Entrepreneurial Summer Camp for Girls
Heart-Sharing Campaigns
Dawca.pl's Health Social Media Campaign Encourages Users to Share Likes
Collaborative Sports Beers
Combining Beer and Sports, Widmer Hefe Represents the Portland Timbers
Pre-Diabetes Apps
Nudge Helps High Risk People Change Their Eating Habits
High-Quality POD Services
Blurb Offers Flexible and Affordable Self-Publishing Tools
Dynamic Island Microbreweries
Sandbar Sunday is a Vibrantly Craft Brew from Islamorada Beer Co.
Localized Festival Apps
The SXSW GO App Lets Attendees Personalize Their Experience with Beacons
Rapper Keynote Presentations
Snoop Dogg is Set to Speak at the SXSW Music Keynote Conversation
Mobile Medical Research Kits
Apple's ResearchKit Could Take Medical Research to the Next Level
Sizable Intelligent Eyewear (UPDATE)
The Sony SmartEyeglass Will Soon Be Available for Developers
10-Minute Ebola Tests
MIT Researchers Have Developed a Handheld, Color-Coded Ebola Testing Kit
Screen Resolution Eyecare Apps
The Bluelight Filter App Helps Mobile Users to Avoid Eye Strain
Personalized Eyecare Apps
The Better Vision App Makes Suggestions for Vision Correction
Monstrous Diabetic Games
Monster Manor Encourages Diabetic Kids To Record Blood Glucose Levels
Water Tracking Apps
The Water Tracker App Helps You Track Your Water Intake