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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Cold water weighs more than hot water.
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The gas that gives rotten eggs their distinctive foul smell may slow ageing and block damaging chemical reactions inside cells, according to scientists in China.
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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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German scientists claim to have evidence that suggests that our universe may exist inside of a computer simulated Matrix.
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