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Spotlight on Career Paths: Biostatistician
Today’s data-driven fields see fewer errors and more reliable outcomes, and biostatistics is no exception. This rapidly growing field focuses...
7 Surprising Effects of Sugar on the Body
If you enjoy a sweet treat after dinner (or even lunch — we don’t judge), you’re in good company. In...
Depression Symptoms in Men and Women: What Sets Them Apart?
Imagine a dirty bedroom. The bed is unmade, clothes are strewn across the floor and water bottles decorate every surface....
The Science Behind Blushing from Embarrassment
Can you think of the last time you felt embarrassed in public? Maybe you tripped over a chair during a...
Understanding the Physiological Effects of Aging: Part Two
Aging is a complex process that affects every part of our body, from the surface of our skin to the...
Understanding the Physiological Effects of Aging: Part One
If you finally get around to sorting through those old boxes in your garage, you might stumble upon photos of...
Biotechnological Innovations in Tissue Engineering
Ever wish you could just 3D-print a new knee after a long morning run? Thanks to some major breakthroughs in...
How Do Vaccines Work? A Simple Guide to the Immune System and Immunization
Vaccines save lives. Period. Take the flu shot. (No, really, take it.) During the 2023-2024 flu season, influenza vaccines prevented: ...
How Deep Can You Scuba Dive? Exploring How Our Bodies Adapt
When you think of scuba diving, one of two things probably comes to mind: the thrill of checking off a...
What Is a Gap Year — and Is It Right for You?
You’ve seen it in movies: The main character, destined for college, shocks everyone by taking a year off to travel...
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