Latest articles by Devika Rao, The Week US
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Deadly fungus tied to a pharaoh's tomb may help fight cancer
Under the radar A once fearsome curse could be a blessing
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Bacteria can turn plastic waste into a painkiller
Under the radar The process could be a solution to plastic pollution
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Scientists want to regrow human limbs. Salamanders could lead the way.
Under the radar Humans may already have the genetic mechanism necessary
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AI chatbots are leading some to psychosis
The explainer The technology may be fueling delusions
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The treasure trove of platinum on the moon
Under the radar This kind of bounty could lead to commercial exploitation
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Possible dwarf planet found at edge of solar system
Under the radar The celestial body has an unusual orbit
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The full moon calendar for every month
In depth When to see the lunar phenomenon every month
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Climate change can impact our gut health
Under the radar The gastrointestinal system is being gutted
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6 of the scariest spiders in existence
The Explainer These 8-legged critters can cause serious harm
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Children's breakfast cereals are getting more unhealthy
Under the radar Your kids may be starting their day with more than a spoonful of sugar
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The marvelous powers of mucus
The Explainer It's snot just a pesky cold symptom
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This Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be above average
Under the radar Prepare for strong storms in the coming months
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The New World screwworm is making a deadly comeback
The explainer The parasite is spreading quickly
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Is the world losing scientific innovation?
Today's big question New research seems to be less exciting
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8 recent scientific breakthroughs
In Depth From curing cancer to preventing rhino extinction
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Women need more pain management during gynecological procedures
Under the radar Pain should no longer be ignored
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How the AI takeover will likely affect women more than men
The Explainer The tech boom is a blow to gender equality
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A tick-borne illness is making its rounds in new parts of America
Under the radar Babesiosis, spread through blacklegged or deer tick bites, is a growing risk
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Could the 'zombie fungus' from 'The Last of Us' exist in real life?
The Explainer Climate change is increasing fungal infections
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A zombie volcano is coming back to life, but there is no need to worry just yet
Under the radar Uturuncu's seismic activity is the result of a hydrothermal system
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The Y chromosome degrades over time and men's health is paying for it
Under the radar The chromosome loss is linked to cancer and Alzheimer's
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'Bioelectric bacteria on steroids' could aid in pollutant cleanup and energy renewal
Under the radar The new species is sparking hope for environmental efforts
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Earth's oceans were once green and could one day turn purple
Under the radar The current blue may be temporary
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A bacterial toxin could be contributing to the colorectal cancer rise in younger people
Under the radar Most exposure occurs in childhood
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