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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Nearly 50% of the world's scientists are assigned to military projects.
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Most liquid laundry detergents are alive with living organisms that help to break down stains!
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Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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Scientists are now able to grow 'beating' heart tissue in a lab!
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Galalith is a type of plastic that can be made from milk. It is odourless, insoluble in water, biodegradable, anti-allergenic, antistatic, and virtually non-flammable.
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The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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Indoor pollution is 10 times more toxic than outdoor pollution.
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