At 15 years old, Jack Andraka invented a method of diagnosing pancreatic cancer, thus helping to save the lives of millions of people around the world. It is 168 times faster, 26,000 times cheaper, 400 times more sensitive, and has a 99% success rate.
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There is a surgical implant being developed that will give you an orgasm at the touch of a button.
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Airports that are at higher altitudes require a longer airstrip due to lower air density.
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In 1999, Harvard physicist Lene Hau was able to slow down light to 17 meters per second and in 2001, was able to stop light completely.
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Stannous fluoride, which is the cavity fighter found in toothpaste is made from recycled tin.
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Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen make up 90% of the human body.
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No matter how cold it gets, gasoline will not freeze.
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