# Heat-Sensitive Plate Reveals World Hunger Messages Indigestive Plate by Rafael Morgan By jelalyn | Published 2008-01-09 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indigestive-plate-rafael-morgan References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/) & [rafaelmorgan](http://www.rafaelmorgan.com/) At normal temperature, they are [plain white plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-tigress); but when you expose these plates to higher temperature, hidden messages are exposed. Designed by Rafael Morgan, these ordinary looking plates reveal world hunger trivia once in contact with [hot food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reheatly). Called "indigestive plate", the plate is said to cause violent stomach reaction once the "indigestible sentences" are revealed through the [heat-sensitive ink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorchanging-cold-cups). Says Rafael Morgan, "Hopefully this plate will cause an indigestion, or at least make people think twice before asking for the dessert." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Heat-sensitive Ink:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing heat-sensitive ink for various applications, such as creating unique packaging or interactive displays. - **Interactive Dining Experiences:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating dining experiences that combine food with technology to engage and educate customers in a unique and memorable way. - **Social Awareness Campaigns:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Using creative, unexpected methods, like the indigestive plate, to raise awareness about social issues and inspire change. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Printing and Packaging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating heat-sensitive ink technology into packaging design to enhance product appeal and customer engagement. - **Restaurant and Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating interactive elements into dining experiences to differentiate from competitors and create memorable customer interactions. - **Non-profit Organizations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring unique and creative approaches, like the indigestive plate, to raise awareness and mobilize support for social causes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reusable Folding Storage Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calzone-tableware.md) - [Water-Activated Book Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dehydrating-book.md) - [Zero Gravity-Dining Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-microgravity.md) - [Handmade Dessert Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-k.md) - [Modular Serving Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-serving-dish.md) - [Sin-Inspired Artful Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sinful-feast.md) - [Temperature-Sensitive Mayo Jars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellmanns-smart-jar.md) - [Specialty Meatball Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatball-plate.md) - [Colorful Enamelware Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-tigress.md)