Multii intends to improve the experience of managing newly diagnosed people with Type 1 Diabetes by reducing the bulk of the equipment needed to carry around, help count carbohydrates and efficiently dispose of used needles while away from the home. The design of Multii combines the Blood Glucose Monitor, an Insulin Pen and a portable Sharps Container into a compact and portable device.
43% of Type 1 Diabetics are still using the Insulin Pen* and do not want to use an
Insulin Pump because of the restrictions it imposes, the constant attachments and
the fact that it is a nagging, continuous reminder of their condition.
Being a Type
1 Diabetic for the past 6 years motivated me to choose Diabetes as my thesis direction.
Type 1 Diabetes was previously known to happen only in children and is the most severe
type affecting 7-
*Based on 410 responses.
