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Laurie Vazquez

Laurie Vazquez

Laurie Vazquez is a science and tech writer whose work has appeared in Popular Science, Big Think, TIME, and other publications. She's also a children's author and playwright.

Latest articles by Laurie Vazquez

The Orbiting Carbon Observatory makes precise, global measurements of carbon dioxide.

Will President Trump quash scientific progress in America?

The Explainer A sober analysis of what programs will likely survive the Trump administration — and what's on the chopping block

Could humans actually live on Mars?

The Explainer What would happen to our bodies and minds on the Red Planet?

By Laurie Vazquez Published 2 December 16

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How the 2016 election is messing with your brain

The Explainer Fear is an effective way to win votes, but it's really bad for our mental health

By Laurie Vazquez Last updated 5 October 16

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How genomics is dramatically changing the future of medicine

feature This new field is producing some of the most personalized and effective medical treatments in human history

By Laurie Vazquez Last updated 31 August 16

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