Member • Jan 16, 2014
Google contact lense to monitor glucose levels in diabetic patients
The researchers thought that the solution to the problem may lie in miniature electronics and found their answers in electronics chip embedded between two soft layers of the contact lens material. The prototype (shown in the photo) can log the readings and also generate warnings to the wearer. The team is considering integration of LED lights in the system that would light up should your glucose levels shoot up beyond threshold.
The project authors are also discussing the practical implementation of the product but acknowledge that a lot of work needs to be done before people can start using these contact lenses.
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