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All of the Terrible Things I Learned While Working as a Barista at a Global Coffee Chain
There were mice in the madeleines. There were mice behind the walk-in. There were mice giving birth in bags of powdered frappé mix in the basement.
Freeze-Dried Space Jizz Could Save Us All
A new study found that mouse sperm freeze-dried and sent to space for nine months can still be used to make healthy babies back on Earth.
This Study Found Another Clue to Stopping Coke Addiction Before It Starts
The downside is, it’s mostly genetic.
Your Roommate’s Genes May Be Changing Your Health
A new study in mice suggests that the live-in partner’s genes impacts things like wound healing, immune function, and anxiety.
Neuroscientists Hack Sense of Touch
By tweaking neural calcium levels, it's possible to crank up and down touch sensations.
Scientists Are Testing Out Nanoparticles that Can Stop Cancer in Its Tracks
Cancer cells take advantage of one of our immune system’s defense mechanism to spread through the body, but these nanoparticles might be able to stop them.
Why You Self-Medicate with Alcohol, Explained by Science
It's humbling to know that genetically altered mice basically employ the same coping mechanisms as humans.
Why Eating Ginger with Chili Peppers Could Save Your Life
There is a growing body of science supporting the health benefits of capsaicin but also mounting evidence suggesting that it can cause cancer. A team of scientists set out to better understand this contradiction.
Here's a New, Scientific Excuse to Eat More Cinnamon Rolls
Don't start prepping for the Cinnamon Challenge yet, but the spice just might make you a smarter learner.
Scientists Caught 'Undead' Genes Coming Alive After Death
Turns out there might be "life" after death, after all.
CERN Has an Actual, Literal ‘Animal Shelter’ for Computer Mice
This is the best thing I've ever seen, ever.