Researchers have discovered a molecule that can destroy cavity-causing bacteria in less than one minute, and could even be added to candies. The molecule will kill Streptococcus Mutans after being held the mouth for 60 seconds, and will also continue to kill the bacteria for several hours after use. It can be used in a number of products, including chewing gum, mouthwash, and toothpastes.

The idea is to develop a non-invasive device able to monitor brain temperature. This will lead to better treatment and diagnosis of brain injuries. The device will be able to measure brain temperature by sitting on top of the patient's head. The small, poker sized chip will detect the microwaves produced by the brain that pass through the skull, delivering readings quickly and easily.

The idea is to create little stickers that will be stuck to each grocery store item and will then dissolve into an organic soap. The sticker will dissolve with water into a natural soap that will help to wash away pesticides, wax, bacteria, and dirt. The labels will still display the same PLU codes and other information as their less soapy contemporaries.

A new device will be able to analyze the sweat in a person's fingerprints and determine the substances in their body. The device will be small and quick, with the entire analyzing process taking only a few minutes, and will be powered by safe and disposable cartridges. The results will be linked to a record of the user's fingerprints, so the results will be difficult to dispute.

A gel will be able to speed the healing and regeneration of bones. The gel will be created by using the adult stem cells that will create a protein to promote bone healing. The stem cells will be incorporated into a gel which is supposed to be inserted into bone fractures in rats, which will help them heal completely in less than two weeks.

The idea is to develop a method of spinning starch in fibers, which will lead to inexpensive paper products and biodegradable bandages. Starch is the cheapest and most abundant of the polymers, but becomes a thick paste when it contacts water. To counteract this effect, it is possible to add a solvent to the starch to enable it to be dissolved in a fluid without losing its molecular structure. An electrospinning device will overcome surface tension and allow the starch to be...

The new bandage will warn users if it detects an infection in the wound. The bandage features a dressing cover that is sensitive to any pH changes in the wound that would signify an infection. If it does detect an infection--indicated by a pH level between 6.5 and 8.5--a cross-shaped indicator on the top of the bandage will turn purple. The bandages are made of a material with a leather-like feel, come in a variety of colors, and are packaged with Braille instructions.

I've just stumbled across this article about magnetic pills. Scientists can hold such pills in a specific place in the body, pinpointing the most effective location for the body's absorption of the drug. Some drugs can only be absorbed in specific parts of the intestine, and traditional oral pills don't usually stay in that one spot long enough to be absorbed into the bloodstream. The new drug delivery system uses an external magnet system with computer control and feedback...

This fertility monitoring system is such a great invention. It gives couples an easy way to know when peak fertility occurs, making it easier to plan for pregnancy. A sensor in the woman's arm monitors body temperature to within a thousandth of a degree, and gives a 99 percent ovulation time accuracy; this data is transmitted to a digital reader. Just imagine, with such a system it is possible to plan a romantic evening up to six days in advance.

Why not take into account bone conduction phenomenon and create a telephone for hearing impaired people? The handset in such a case will have a pulsator which, when placed on specific areas of the head, will send vibrations directly to the speech center of the brain. The phone will also include a light to indicate an incoming call and different volume controls.