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AI & Historical Texts

When looking at the past, it’s very hard to decipher how exactly certain situations unfolded. We must look to historical texts in order to garner a revelation on how this domino effect of history unfolded to our present day. The…

Human Perception and the Paranormal

Bigfoot. Alien abduction. Backwards masking. Haunted houses. If you have access to the Internet, social media, television, or any other pop culture outlet, odds are you’ve been exposed to ideas about the paranormal, and these ideas may or may not…

3D Bioprinting… in SPACE!

When it comes to the exploration of space, we, as human beings, are very limited in how much our bodies can handle. Studies done from the International Space Station (ISS) show that being in space and being exposed to microgravity…

Glowing Gels for Clearer Vision: A New Era in Eye Surgery

In the intricate world of eye surgery, where precision is crucial, researchers are turning to innovative solutions to improve patient safety and outcomes. A recent breakthrough at Johns Hopkins University introduces a “glowing” gel that enhances surgical visibility and reduces…

Why Is Sleep So Important?

Many of us are consistently sleep deprived. On average, children need 8-10 hours of sleep per night and adults need 7-9 hours per night (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 2022). However, many of us get less than the recommended…