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Coronavirus Vaccine Development – Look Before You Leap

Nothing short of a medical miracle, a coronavirus vaccine seem close to being available to the public. Just months after its rapid spread throughout the world, scientists are working around the clock to deliver much-needed protection against the deadly virus. As much as a vaccine offers hope, rushing blindly into delivering one to the public is a blatant act of negligence. Now, perhaps more than ever, we must strive to maintain our filters of scientific skepticism.

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Everyday Science

Quantum Mechanics and You

Why should anyone bother learning quantum theory? Quantum effects only take effect at tiny scales, after all. Life would be fine and dandy if we stuck to just the classical laws of physics. But to do so would be depriving...

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How Methamphetamine Fueled Blitzkrieg and Beyond

The initial success of Nazi Germany in World War II is largely attributed to the strategy of Blitzkrieg ??? quick, surprise maneuvers through enemy territory that left their opponents with little time to react. The tremendous physical and mental strain...

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Everyday Science

A New Hypothesis for the Increased Rates of Autism Worldwide

We observe a steady increase in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) mainly in developed countries, where stressors like famine, pollution, stress and chronic inflammation are at their lowest levels in recorded history. Specifically, current conditions for humans in developed countries have...