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Brilliant 10: The Sludge Miner

Scanning the genomes of an entire ecosystem will help scientists understand carbon sequestration
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Sunglasses that block out points of bright light with LCD-screen lenses
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This new little piggy goes where the rest can’t
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Instant Expert: Rebuilding Human Minds

Scientists hope to strengthen aging brains by tweaking the behavior of DNA
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Costa Rica Discontinues Unproven Stem Cell Treatments

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An inexpensive portable ventilator designed to save lives during a pandemic
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Invention Awards: A Hearing Aid That Uses Bones to Conduct Sound

A device that restores hearing by transmitting sound through the teeth and bones
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