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The Synthesis
Pop science & Bite-Sized Versions of Scientific Papers
The Genetic GPS Behind Limb Regeneration: How Axolotls “Remember” How to Regrow Their Arms
For axolotls, regenerating an arm is like an architect rebuilding a mansion after a fire. To reconstruct this complex building, an architect needs a blueprint.
Bringing the Underground Heat: The Science Behind Smith’s Geothermal System
With the final borehole dug on September 11, 2025, Smith College is well on its way to completing its intricate geothermal heating and cooling system. 40% of the campus is already benefiting from the system.
Unlikely Partners: How Neurons Help Lung Cancer Tumors Grow in the Brain
A recent study led by researchers from Stanford University and Brigham and Women’s Hospital discovered that lung cancer cells in the brain partner with neurons to promote tumor growth.
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