After over a decade of development, the world’s first full-body medical scanner has produced its first images. The groundbreaking imaging device is almost 40 times faster than current PET scans and can capture a 3D picture of the entire human body in one instant scan. Called EXPLORER, the full-body scanner combines positron emission tomography (PET) and X-ray computed tomography (CT). […]
World’s First Full Body Scanner
UV Wearable Tracker
While we all appreciate the importance of limiting our exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays, actually keeping track of the amount can be difficult. L’Oréal’s new My Skin Track UV is designed to help. It’s described as “the first battery-free wearable electronic to measure UV exposure.” Developed by L’Oréal’s skincare brand La Roche-Posay (in collaboration with Northwest University materials scientist […]
This startup uses shoplifters to get their message through
This startup uses shoplifters to get their message through By connecting digital billboards to store alarm systems, shoplifters got unexpected real life push notifications, reminding them not to forget to pay. Klarna, the Swedish payment provider behind the initiative found an unorthodox way to help people who often miss their payments. Since the launch of the new Klarna app the […]
Finding Your Niche the Key to Fleet Business Success
With more than 6 million small businesses in the U.S., it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that there isn’t room for one more. It’s almost guaranteed that there will be competition, and in an industry like fleet transportation, going head-to-head with other small companies, never mind the “big guys,” you might think that you don’t have any […]
Wind Noise Cancellation Helmets
According to Norwegian entrepreneurs Dag Loe and Sigmund Birkeland, the wind noise that’s generated when motorcycling at highway speeds exceeds 110 decibels – that’s equivalent to being one meter (3.3 ft) away from a running chainsaw. With that in mind, they’ve developed the DAAL wind noise cancellation system for helmets. As some people will know, Sena already makes a motorcycle […]
Fastest Toothbrush?
It’s a recipe for success: take a mundane but essential daily task, then invent a way to do it better and in a fraction of the time. That’s exactly what the creators of the UNOBRUSH have done by completely reimagining the toothbrush. On average we will spend nearly 30 hours each year standing in front of your mirror brushing our […]
REVO Coolers
REVO Party Barge Beverage Tub is a multi-use insulated premium cooler. It has easy and inviting access that avoids cold hands from digging through ice. Everything is visible with easy and inviting access. Comes with condiment trays and an ice scoop.
Urban Beehives
We’re big fans of beautifully designed urban beehives on Inhabitat, and Mexico-based design studio MaliArts’ new shelters for solitary bees are just as buzz-worthy. Dubbed ‘Refugio,’ the project currently consists of three distinct and sculptural beehives aimed at attracting different species of solitary bees. Built with natural materials, each shelter offers a resting place and access to food and water […]
“Hey Alexa – what comes next…?”
By Danny Tomsett, CEO, FaceMe “Hey Alexa – what comes next…?” Almost every strategy article today sets the scene with stats that scream: “The world has gone digital…so should you.” Brands are increasingly turning to AI to automate customer services and assistants like Amazon Echo are playing a key role in doing so – you only have to utter the […]
Chewable Straws
The drinking straw seems pretty simple and unassuming, but it’s contributing to one of the most pressing environmental problems today. With millions of them used and discarded every day in the US alone, it’s no wonder the little plastic pipes are piling up in the oceans. To help cut back on that, a start-up in Singapore is getting ready to […]