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B. David Zarley

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B. David Zarley is freelance journalist covering health and medicine, including infectious disease, psychedelic research, mental health, and the brain. A graduate of SUNY Fredonia, his work has appeared in The Atlantic, The Verge, Jezebel, Frieze, Sports Illustrated, VICE, Paste Magazine, and numerous other publications.

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A new organelle has been found in cells

Researchers have discovered a new organelle in the guts of fruit flies.

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Adorable robot lawn mower can help save the bees

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Amish gene study finds clues to mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder

Researchers have turned to this unique genetic population to find insights into how our genes play a role in mental health.

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Ultrasound could help us fight the deadliest cancer

In a small study, Northwestern researchers were able to get chemo drugs into the brains of glioblastoma patients with implanted ultrasound devices.

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New drug candidates found in an unlikely place

Costa Rica’s famed sloths harbor bacteria in their fur which can create antibiotic compounds — a potential source of future therapies.

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Computer Science

New tech creates liquid buttons on touchscreens

Carnegie Mellon researchers want to return a sense of touch to touchscreens.

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World’s first thermal energy storage “gigafactory” opens

Israel’s Brenmiller Energy has opened what is believed to be the first thermal energy storage gigafactory in the world.

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Ancient viruses in the human genome can help fight cancer

Armed with a DoD grant, researchers are harnessing the genetic code of ancient viral infections to fight prostate cancer.

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Complex brain activity detected in dying patients

Researchers have measured gamma waves, a sign of brain activity, in patients who were dying.

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Battery density breakthrough could be enough to power electric planes

CATL, the largest manufacturer of EV batteries in the world, has announced a new super powerful one — but details are light.

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