- 3D Printing: 3D printing technology has advanced to the point where it can create everything from prosthetic limbs to entire houses1.
- Self-Healing Concrete: This innovative material can repair its own cracks, potentially extending the lifespan of buildings and infrastructure1.
- Smart Contact Lenses: These lenses can monitor glucose levels in tears, providing a non-invasive way for diabetics to track their blood sugar1.
- Graphene: This super-strong, lightweight material is 200 times stronger than steel and conducts electricity better than copper2.
- Vertical Farming: This method of growing crops in stacked layers can produce more food in less space, using less water and pesticides2.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI is being used to develop personalized medicine, where treatments are tailored to an individual’s genetic makeup2.
- Quantum Computing: Quantum computers can solve complex problems much faster than classical computers, potentially revolutionizing fields like cryptography and materials science2.
- Electric Vehicles (EVs): Advances in battery technology are making EVs more affordable and efficient, reducing our reliance on fossil fuels2.
- Wearable Health Tech: Devices like smartwatches can monitor heart rate, sleep patterns, and even detect early signs of health issues2.
- Biodegradable Plastics: New types of plastics that break down more quickly in the environment are helping to reduce pollution2.