Interdisciplinary artist Jalila Essaïdi, in collaboration with scientists and technicians, has successfully bioengineered and grown human skin containing spider silk that can stop a bullet at half speed [6,9], giving a futuristic glimpse into the potential of transgenic technology. Author: Alexa Burry The genetic engineering of animals for biomedical and human health applications is anContinueContinue reading “Bulletproof Skin: It Has Been Done!”
Monthly Archives: February 2021
Toxic Relationships: Definition, Signs, and Advice
“Love should never cost you your peace. It should never cost you your joy. It should never cost you your happiness. If there’s more negative in the situation than positive, something has to change” — Carolyn Gamble [1]. Author: Hadeel Alhadi What is a toxic relationship? A toxic relationship, according to professor Lillian Glass, isContinueContinue reading “Toxic Relationships: Definition, Signs, and Advice”
Impact of Extracurricular Activities on Mental Health
Competitive sports have shown to decrease symptoms pertaining to both anxiety and depression, while conjointly encouraging self-esteem [2]. Author: Arpana Wadhwani With the beginning of a new semester year for many students, it is imperative to understand that extracurricular activities, though they may not appear to be at first glance, are an integral facet ofContinueContinue reading “Impact of Extracurricular Activities on Mental Health”
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