Some Smarty McSmartPants over at Syracuse University has patented a new technology and device to provide an easier and non-painful way to test blood glucose level. His name is Joseph Chaiken and it is actually really good news for the diabetic community. This works by shining a laser light onto the finger, it then analyzes the various colors of light that are exiting the finger, these colors of light are made by chemicals inside of your finger. His technology is called LightTouch and best of luck to him and his research furthering his invention and processes.

In the Works: A No-Prick Glucometer [Medgadget]

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