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Toward a future that preserves benefits of neurotechnology for all

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As advanced medical technology gets closer to hitting consumer markets, the need for guardrails on protected usage should increase. What might begin as a neural implant to aid in communication could become a device used to police one’s innermost thoughts.Intrigued by the far-reaching benefits and risks of neural implants, Rachel Sava, a PhD candidate in […]

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Less than 30% of Earth’s ocean floor has been mapped while scientists still have clearer high-resolution data of Mars than most of the seabed covering our own planet

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Despite the vastness of Earth’s oceans, only about thirty percent of the seafloor is charted to modern specifications, revealing a stark difference with Mars, whose surface boasts complete mapping. The Seabed 2030 initiative has dramatically improved ocean coverage from six to nearly twenty-nine percent. This meticulous mapping relies on ships and sonar, a time-intensive endeavor

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In 1847, a Vienna doctor discovered that handwashing with chlorine could cut childbirth deaths by 90 percent, but the medical world refused to believe him

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In a radical move, Ignaz Semmelweis mandated handwashing in hospitals, drastically reducing maternal mortality rates. Despite evidence supporting his approach, he faced fierce opposition from fellow medical professionals, as he couldn’t provide a scientific rationale for his findings. Much later, the establishment of germ theory validated his revolutionary work, leading to fundamental changes in medical

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Largest Genetic Anxiety Map: study finds 74 genome regions; signals new treatment targets

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A groundbreaking genetic study uncovered seventy-four genome regions associated with anxiety symptoms, significantly expanding on previous research. The findings suggest that numerous small genetic variations contribute to the risk of anxiety. Additionally, a connection was identified between anxiety-related genes and physical health conditions, paving the way for innovative treatment strategies for anxiety disorders.

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