New Applications for Technology: Aneurysm Detection and Allergy-Free Food

The video discusses a new application of technology by the Warwick team to address medical challenges. It explains aneurysms, particularly aortic aneurysms, and the use of photoelasticity to measure artery strain without adding stress. The video also covers food allergies, highlighting common allergens and the difficulty of avoiding them. It presents research on using high-frequency sound waves to neutralize allergenic proteins in sesame seeds, achieving a 95% success rate without altering the seeds' properties.

What is the main challenge surgeons face when using mechanical strain gauges on an aortic aneurysm?

• The gauges are not accurate enough.

• The gauges add to the strain on the artery wall.

• The gauges are too expensive.

• The gauges are difficult to attach.

What technique does the Warwick team propose to measure stress on artery walls?

• X-ray diffraction

• Magnetic resonance imaging

• Photoelasticity

• Ultrasound imaging

Which of the following is NOT one of the common food allergens mentioned?

• Nuts

• Rice

• Eggs

• Milk

What method did scientists use to neutralize the allergenic protein in sesame seeds?

• Genetic modification

• Heat treatment

• High-frequency sound waves

• Chemical treatment

What was the success rate of neutralizing allergic qualities in sesame seeds during testing?

• 85%

• 95%

• 100%

• 90%