Weekly innovation roundup! #8

Hologram zoos, artificial tongues, and more…

By Francisco Jordão, Technical Lead at AnalogFolk

Welcome to the AnalogFolk weekly innovation roundup, where our technical lead Francisco Jordão summarises the innovations of the week; from the weird to the wonderful, and everything in-between.

Scientists develop ‘artificial tongue’ to detect fake whiskies

The technology can also be used to identify poisons as well as to monitor rivers. The team, based in Scotland, say their device can be used to tell apart a host of single malts — a move they say might help in the fight against counterfeit products.

China has started a grand experiment in AI education. It could reshape how the world learns.

In recent years, the country has rushed to pursue “intelligent education.” Now its billion-dollar ed-tech companies are planning to export their vision overseas.

Has this scientist finally found the fountain of youth?

Izpisúa Belmonte believes epigenetic reprogramming may prove to be an “elixir of life” that will extend human life span significantly. Life expectancy has increased more than twofold in the developed world over the past two centuries.

Google Maps AR walking directions arrive on iOS and Android

Google is bringing its new AR walking directions to more Android handsets and iPhones. Google Maps Live View is a new feature that overlays directions on top of your camera to show you where to walk to your destination.

German Circus Ends Its Use Of Live Animals In Favor Of 3D Holograms — VRScout

Share TweetCircus Roncalli adopts holographic tech amid concerns over animal cruelty. The international circus industry has been struggling as of late. In 2017, the famous Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus permanently closed its tent flaps to the public; meanwhile, new regulations have heavily impacted circus providers throughout numerous European countries.

And that’s all, folks!