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When Organ Donation Goes Wrong
More than a hundred thousand people in the U.S. are on the national transplant list waiting for a life-saving organ. Hospitals across the country tra…
1 year, 1 month ago
Untangling Shame and Its Effects On Our Health
Shame has a way of making us feel alone — like we’re the only ones in the world struggling with something. It can make us withdraw or feel depressed,…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Inner Workings of the Oceans
What comes to mind when you think of the ocean? Maybe a day at the beach — swimming in the waves, snorkeling through coral reefs, fishing, surfing, a…
1 year, 1 month ago
Finding Your Body’s Sleep Rhythm
We often think of sleep as the gas that keeps us running. We refuel at night — or whenever we can — run around all day until our tanks are empty, and…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Big Chill and the Future of Refrigeration
We’ve only been able to harness the cold for our benefit for a little over 100 years, but innovations like refrigeration and air conditioning have co…
1 year, 1 month ago
Inside the Dramatic Race to Decode the Human Genome
Twenty-five years ago, President Bill Clinton announced a historic achievement: The completion of the first-ever survey of the human genome. The cere…
1 year, 2 months ago
Why Friends Are Good for Your Brain
Friends make us laugh, they have our back, we share memories and stories. Beyond that, scientists are learning that friendships are key in keeping us…
1 year, 2 months ago
Why We’re Hardwired for Revenge
When someone wrongs us, getting revenge can feel like the only right move — the only way for us to balance the scales, to set the world right again. …
1 year, 2 months ago
Exploring the Secrets of Human Creativity
Creativity plays a role in every facet of our lives, from childhood education, to everyday problem-solving, to the artistic works we enjoy and the in…
1 year, 2 months ago
Sharks — From Fear to Fascination
Before dinosaurs, before trees — even before Saturn had its rings – there were sharks. The fierce predators have been swimming in our oceans for hund…
1 year, 3 months ago