Tricorders

Scientists have developed a small handheld device that can scan for biomarkers to quickly and easily diagnose people with certain diseases and illnesses. Inspired (as always) by Star Trek’s tricorder, the new “multicorder” is designed to help doctors track illness from just about anywhere.

Med Sensation's Glove Tricorder is outfitted with numerous sensors to detect breast cancer and other internal medical problems when placed on different areas of the body.

"X-ray" vision may soon be possible on cell phones by tapping into the terahertz band of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Tech start-up Scanadu is developing a real-life version of a Star Trek-style medical tricorder, which would be able to assess a patient's state of health on the spot.

Space research has been used to develop a high-tech sci fi 'sick bay' that 'sees, smells and feels' disease.