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7 scientific breakthroughs to introduce in next few years

-Young Scientist Journal -Young Scientist Journal

Web Desk: Significance of Scientific inventions can never be denied, it brought many beneficial achievements in all fields.

Here are 7 upcoming scientific breakthroughs we are going to witness in next few years.

Head Transplantation

-Brightside

Doctors and scientists have been trying to cure spinal paralysis for 25 years. Dr. Serigio Canavero is now ready to perform the first human head transplant.

Organic electronics that can dissolve in a body

Materials scientist John Rogers and his firm MC10 have developed flexible electronic circuits that stick directly to the skin like temporary tattoos and monitor the wearer's health. -Brightside

Professor of Stanford and his group created the first electronic biopolymer that can dissolve in the body. This device will be used to provide research without any harm to the environment.

China is planning to land on the dark side of the moon in 2018

-Brightside

China set a goal to land on the dark side of the moon in 2018, they are likely to send Chang’e-4 lander.

Cancer-detecting pill from Google X

-Brightside

Scientists are working on a nanoparticle pill that can identify and prevent cancer and even heart disease. This work is complex and requires deep research to avoid any harmful effect. Before prototype, Google X will have to face the challenges of proving the safety of nanoparticle pills.

Smart contact lens from Google

-Brightside

With the help of pharmaceutical giant Novartis, Google has been developing a prototype for a smart contact lens for 3 years already. The purpose of the device is to measure the glucose level in tears by using a tiny wireless chip. It will be beneficial for those suffering from fever.

A mask that enables ‘superman’ senses

-Brightside

Students from the Royal College of Art in London are trying to invent a mask that will enhance the sense of hearing and sight. It allows the wearer to hear the voice they want to.

Worldwide WiFi

-Brightside

Majority of the world still can’t afford a reliable high-speed internet connection. OneWeb company are trying to building a new global knowledge infrastructure accessible to everyone. In 2018, they plan to launch 10 satellites for this purpose.

Source: Brightside