Top 35 Science Ideas in May

From Military Blast Mannequins to Nanotech Toothbrushes

— May 31, 2015 — Tech
From living to killing, there's a wide range of developments featured in this collection of top May 2015 science ideas. Of course, that might seem like a bit of a drastic statement, but often scientific advancements do involve two huge industries: health and military. With this in mind, it's interesting to see the divide stand out for this particular month.

The May 2015 science ideas include everything from pollution tampons tests, diabetes managing apps and biological cell printers to military blast mannequins, strength-giving vests and superhero laser guns. While a lot of these creations are still in their conceptual and prototype stages, it's clear that the world is excited to optimize such sectors in as innovative a way as possible. Not to mention that military technology is often what informs consumer products.
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Supplementary Vision Apps
Supplementary Vision Apps
The ICY App Aids Visually Impaired with Vocal Cues on Surroundings
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WiFi-Expanding Systems
WiFi-Expanding Systems
The WiFo System Increases WiFi Bandwidth
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Prescription Smartphone Renewals
Prescription Smartphone Renewals
The Walgreens Rx App Engages Older Customers With Reminders
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CD-Shaped Diagnostic Tools
CD-Shaped Diagnostic Tools
The LabDisk Diagnostic Device Can Detect Multiple Diseases
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Litterbug-Shaming Campaigns
Litterbug-Shaming Campaigns
Hong Kong's Anti-Litter Cleanup Initiative Calls Out People Who Litter
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Pollution Tampons Tests
Pollution Tampons Tests
Feminine Hygiene Products are Being Used to Identify Toxins in Rivers
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Diabetes Managing Apps
Diabetes Managing Apps
The Glucose Buddy App Helps Individuals Track Their Blood Sugar Levels
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Robot-Authored Cookbooks
Robot-Authored Cookbooks
The Chef Watson Cookbook Uses an Algorithm to Pair Flavors
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Sweat-Detecting Perfumes
Sweat-Detecting Perfumes
This Smart Perfume's Odor Strength Varies Depending On How Much You Sweat
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Virtual Lab Mice
Virtual Lab Mice
This Virtual Mouse Could Help Reduce Use Of Animals In Experiments
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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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Fatigue-Beating Wearables
Fatigue-Beating Wearables
The Seattle Mariners Use Fatigue Science's Readiband Wearable System
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Military Blast Mannequins
Military Blast Mannequins
This Blast Test Dummy Will Be Used For Military Vehicle Blast Testing
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Bioprinted Synthetic Eyeballs
Bioprinted Synthetic Eyeballs
The EYE Concept Envisions Synthetic Eyes Replacing Existing Eyeballs
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Biological Cell Printers
Biological Cell Printers
BioBots' Medical 3D Printing Machine Creates Functional Living Tissue
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Educational Printing Platforms
Educational Printing Platforms
i3D Creatives Introduces 3D Printing Software to Kids
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Numbing Injection Devices
Numbing Injection Devices
Comfortably Numb is a 3D-Printed Device to Ease Medical Injections
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Virtual Cycling Route Gadgets
Virtual Cycling Route Gadgets
Bkool Creates Animated Cycling Routes For Stationary Bikes
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Connected Street Lights
Connected Street Lights
Los Angeles' LED Street Lights Can Be Monitored Online
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Solar-Powered Beacons
Solar-Powered Beacons
Fujitsu's Newest Proximity Technology is Powered by the Sun
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Innovative Anti-Biofilm Packaging
Innovative Anti-Biofilm Packaging
TZD Sheath Can Protect Fresh Produce from Bacteria Contamination
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Unibody 3D Printers
Unibody 3D Printers
The Tiko 3D Printer Has Prealigned Beams That Reduce the Need For Maintenance
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3D Retouching Pens
3D Retouching Pens
Retouch3D Uses Heat to Melt Away Imperfections On 3D-Printed Objects
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Superhero Laser Gloves
Superhero Laser Gloves
This Iron Man Laser Glove Shoots Lasers and Sounds Authentic
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Eco Printing Materials
Eco Printing Materials
Agridust Reduces 3D Printing Waste by Using Food Scraps and Compost
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On-Body Medicine Injectors
On-Body Medicine Injectors
The Neulasta Delivery Kit Helps with Chemotherapy Treatment at Home
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Battery-Powered Rockets
Battery-Powered Rockets
The Electron Launch System Uses a Battery-Powered Turbopump
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Brain Specimen Coasters
Brain Specimen Coasters
This Glass Coaster Set Creates a 3D 'Scan' of the Human Brain
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Girl-Targeted Science Kits
Girl-Targeted Science Kits
Yellow Scope Produces Creative and Rigorous Science Kits for Girls
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NFC Skin Patches
NFC Skin Patches
Researchers are Developing NFC Tech to Collect and Send Bio-Medical Information
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Strength-Giving Vests
Strength-Giving Vests
The CareJack Vest Helps Wearers Lift Heavy Loads Using Stored Kinetic Energy
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Nanotech Toothbrushes
Nanotech Toothbrushes
The New Misoka Toothbrush Uses Ions to Clean Teeth Instead of Toothpaste
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Calf Muscle-Relieving Exoskeletons
Calf Muscle-Relieving Exoskeletons
This Unpowered Ankle Exoskeleton Improves Walking Efficiency
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Electric Aircraft Engines
Electric Aircraft Engines
Siemens' Prototype Electric Aircraft Motor is Surprisingly Powerful
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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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