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Short sharp looks at science.
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Crick and Watson Did Not Steal Franklin’s Data
Matthew Cobb’s 3 greatest revelations while writing his book Crick: A Mind in Motion
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What’s Your City’s Hoofprint?
A new study measures the impact meat eating has on the planet, one city at a time
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Could Virtual Reality Help Doctors Learn Empathy?
Medical schools are testing simulations to bridge the emotional gulf between physicians and their patients -
Rocks Are Alive
Philip Marsden on his three greatest revelations while writing Under a Metal Sky -
AI Might Not Harm Us in the Way You Think
Researchers are divided over AI’s cognitive harms—and whether we should use these tools at all -
How to Face Your Fears
And why a bit of fright can be a good thing -
Why We Love Horror Stories
From ancient monsters to modern slashers, our fascination with horror may be an evolutionary gift
