Scientists Explore New Medical Uses for Venomous Cockroaches
Australian researchers from the University of Queensland and the University of New South Wales have developed medicated cockroaches equipped with electronic technologies, injection devices, and miniature cameras for use in search and rescue operations. These insects can deliver medication in tight spaces and beneath debris, and can be remotely controlled via an implanted electrical pole that stimulates their nervous system, directing them to search for victims of disasters such as earthquakes or building collapses. Tests have demonstrated a 100% success rate in reaching designated points and a 72% success rate in delivering medications, with the success rate increasing to 95% when the injection was released from a distance of less than 15 centimeters. This technology represents an advanced step beyond robotic capabilities, aiding rescue teams in swiftly locating injured individuals, although further studies are needed to implement it practically in real-life conditions.
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