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Science News for March 12, 2017


Convenient and easy to use glucose monitoring and maintenance

A research group has developed a sweat-based glucose monitoring and maintenance device that allows rapid glucose measurement and precise multistep drug delivery. The system features a disposable strip sensor, enables precise and timely drug delivery, and offers a painless blood glucose monitoring method to control blood glucose levels.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 12, 2017

Joint efforts towards treating paralysis

Scientists at Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne are developing intelligent neuroprosthetics that can decode brain signals and stimulate spinal cord muscles to facilitate walking movements. Clinical trials are currently underway to test the feasibility of these devices on patients with partial paralysis.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·DateMar 12, 2017
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Longer deadlines make people donate more money

A study by Aarhus University found that longer deadlines increase charitable donations. The researchers sent emails and text messages with varying deadlines to approximately 53,000 Danes who had previously donated money. As a result, the donations increased when the deadline was longer.

SourceAarhus University·JournalJournal of Behavioral and Experimental Economics·DateMar 12, 2017