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The Deadly Paralysis of the Polio Epidemic

By: Tony Wang Sometime in 1949, on a warm summer day, Rosie, a typical seven year old girl who had just moved to America, was out playing...

Aug 1, 20214 min read

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Synesthesia: When Senses Blend

By: Celine Chin Skittles is a beloved candy across the world, found in a range of different colors of the rainbow. From red, to green, to...

Aug 1, 20213 min read

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Sleep Deprivation and Its Effect on the Brain

By Veda Sanghi Whether it be because of schoolwork or to watch your favorite Netflix show, we’ve all had days where we’ve stayed up late...

Jul 28, 20215 min read

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The Science of Scams

By: Jeet Parikh Scams. Most don’t realize how many people they affect. In 2019 alone, over 1.7 million Americans were reportedly victims...

Jul 24, 20213 min read

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A Look At Near-Infrared Reflectivity in Birds

By Isabel Cantu Many factors can drive a species to adapt. Of those in hotter climates with plenty of sunlight, thermoregulation is a top...

Jul 20, 20213 min read

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Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

By Anurag Jakkula When one hears the term “artificial intelligence,” one usually thinks of something along the lines of a smart robot,...

Jul 20, 20213 min read

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Treating Cancer with CAR T-Cell Immunotherapy

By: Derek Martinez Cancer is one of the most prominent diseases in the world, it being the 2nd highest leading cause of death in the...

Jul 15, 20215 min read

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Nectar Guides: A Pollinator's Pathway

By Isabel Cantu Honey is a sweet treat easily paired with a multitude of things: toast and tea are two examples. Many of us are indebted...

Jul 11, 20213 min read

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Engage Warp Drive - Powering the Final Frontier

By JiaJia Fu "Space, the final frontier. These are the voyagers of the starship -- Enterprise.. Its continuing mission: to explore,...

Jul 11, 20214 min read

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Can a Bubble Gun Replace Bees?

By: Reagan Smith Bumblebees are crucial contributors in the world of pollinating and fertilizing plants. However, alarmingly, their...

Jul 7, 20215 min read

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Why is Our Funny Bone Not Funny?

By: Adam Jameel Hitting your elbow against a desk leaves you in a world of pain, and is devoid of any humour, at least as far as you are...

Jul 4, 20214 min read

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Memory Erasure: Is it Possible?

By Veda Sanghi Life inevitably comes with upsetting experiences and memories one would want to forget. When most people look back on...

Jul 2, 20214 min read

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