PROJECTS

Capsule Implant

The implant developed by Abhijeet Satani for diabetes monitoring is a breakthrough solution designed to make managing glucose levels more convenient for individuals with diabetes. This tiny sensor, inserted just under the skin, continuously tracks glucose levels and sends data every 12 minutes to a mobile app.
The app provides real-time readings, trends, and alerts, giving users valuable insights into their blood sugar status throughout the day. The implant is discreetly placed in areas such as the upper arm or between the finger and thumb, offering a comfortable and non-invasive method of monitoring.
By reducing the need for frequent finger pricks, this technology helps individuals gain more control over their diabetes, easing the burden of regular testing. After two years of development, this implant holds significant promise in improving the quality of life for people living with diabetes.

A study involving 34 volunteers used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to investigate brain activation patterns following the ingestion of coffee.
The participants fasted for 4 to 6 hours before the experiment to control for any confounding effects from food intake. After coffee consumption, the results revealed significant activation in the prefrontal lobe, which is associated with cognitive functions such as decision-making and attention. Additionally, the study found activation in areas related to working memory, suggesting that coffee intake may enhance cognitive performance in this domain. The anterior cingulate gyrus, which plays a role in emotion regulation and decision-making, was also activated, indicating its involvement in processing the stimulating effects of caffeine.
Overall, the study highlights the specific brain regions affected by coffee consumption, providing insights into how caffeine influences cognitive function and neural activity.

A study involving 100 volunteers used an electroencephalogram (EEG) to investigate the brain regions activated during orgasm.
The findings revealed that more than 28 major brain systems were activated during this experience, highlighting the complexity of the neural processes involved. Interestingly, the study found that male and female orgasms show more similarities than differences in terms of brain activation patterns. Additionally, orgasms appear to have pain-relieving effects, acting as a natural analgesic. The research also revealed that orgasm can inhibit regions of the brain associated with impulse control and fear, suggesting a temporary reduction in self-restraint and anxiety.
These findings provide valuable insights into the neurobiological mechanisms of orgasm, demonstrating its multifaceted effects on brain function and its potential therapeutic applications in pain management and stress reduction.

In a study involving 24 volunteers, an electroencephalogram (EEG) was used to examine the brain regions activated during a chess game.
The results showed that cognitive effort was significantly higher in the losing players, reflecting the mental strain they experienced. Interestingly, the winning players exhibited lower brain activation compared to their counterparts, suggesting that victory may involve less cognitive load. The study also found increased alpha power in the posterior regions of the brain, indicating a state of relaxation or reduced mental workload in these areas. In contrast, losing players showed a decrease in both alpha and beta power, suggesting heightened stress or mental fatigue.
These findings offer valuable insights into how the brain reacts to success and failure in cognitively demanding tasks, such as chess, and highlight the role of brainwave patterns in reflecting cognitive effort and emotional states.

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