Scientists are attempting to create a synthetic brain by reverse-engineering the mammalian brain down to the molecular level. A cellular human brain is predicted possible by 2023. It hopes to shed light on consciousness.
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German chemists made a replica of a trophy the size of one molecule.
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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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The force of a suction cup is calculated using F=AP.
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Sound at the right vibration can bore holes through a solid object.
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Indoor pollution is 10 times more toxic than outdoor pollution.
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German scientists claim to have evidence that suggests that our universe may exist inside of a computer simulated Matrix.
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One third of the electricity produced on earth is used to power electric light bulbs!
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