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Katya Poltorak

Science & Technology

Some rats freeze when anticipating danger. Others make a run for it

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Science & Technology

Are bots changing how people talk? Language in the age of AI

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Health

Can’t quiet your mind? Watching your brain might help you meditate.

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Health

This cancer vaccine makes its own oxygen and gives T-cells a boost

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Science & Technology

Scientists create a recyclable hydrogel that heals itself

Illustration of a woman running on a treadmill connected by sound waves to a brain, which processes overlapping speech bubbles and a conversation between two people at a table.
Health

Could exercise help you hear in a noisy room? Early results say yes

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Society & Culture

Who hears you say “thank you”? It matters more than you might think

Students sit cross-legged in a meditation pose with eyes closed, hands resting on their knees in mudra position.
Health

Where did your attention go? Five insights about changing your mind

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Science & Technology

Scientists put algae to work making fuel. AI keeps watch.

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Science & Technology

Graduate student studies oyster genomics to preserve biodiversity

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Health

Grandparents, teachers and even bus drivers can build resilient kids

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Science & Technology

Time2Learn, time to sleep: Evening practice may help language stick