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MOL
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, taking the life of a person every ten seconds, according to the International Diabetes Federation. Diabetes patients should, however, be able to live nearly normal lives.
Existing devices control diabetes in a functional manner, but all still use invasive methods that may cause pain to patients. These devices may also add a psychological burden, reminding the patient of his/her illness on a daily basis.
‘MOL’ is a non-invasive method which can constantly monitor the level of glucose in the patient’s blood by emitting radiation that permeates the layers of the skin. Once the radiation enters the bloodstream, this information is sent to the device, which processes the parameter.
‘MOL’ can also administer insulin to the patient in a non-invasive way, because it contains an insulin patch in the layer that is in contact with the patient’s skin. ‘MOL’ emits low-frequency ultrasound, making the skin more permeable and allowing the insulin molecule to pass through the pores and into the bloodstream. The amount of insulin that the patient receives is self-regulated by ‘MOL’ basing on the configuration of the user’s doctor.
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Finding of the jury:
The miniaturization and portability of objects is currently a strong trend, but in specific cases this has become a need. In this project, the young designers achieved a simplified solution for diabetes therapy that enhances patients’ quality of life. ‘MOL’ focuses on the two main requirements of users: the medical need not to suffer pain and the psychological need to feel like one is no different from other people.
‘MOL’ employs the use of new technologies in a functional and attractive design. The patient does not notice its presence and therefore feels comfortable and at ease.
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