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Transgender Identity: An Investigation for a Biological Mechanism

By investigating gender determination and the brain, biology researchers are trying to answer this hot question of today’s changing society: Does gender identity have a biological basis independent of one’s chromosomes or physical anatomy? Read More
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Mosquito-borne “Chikungunya Virus” Spreads in the United States

During the summer time, with more people traveling, there are unfortunately many opportunities for illnesses to be brought into the United States from other countries. The introduction of mosquito-borne diseases into the U.S. is not new; Read More
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Brain Implants to Restore Memory

This would mean that those who have the resources and desire to have the chip implanted would have an advantage in the workplace and in the classroom... Read More
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Sustainability in Action

BY MADISON RAE | SQ ONLINE WRITER | SQ ONLINE (2015-16) When it comes to combatting climate change, UC San... Read More
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Dinner from a Petri Dish: Could Lab-Grown Meat be the Future of Food?

BY MAYA GOPALAKRISHNAN | SQ ONLINE WRITER | SQ ONLINE (2017-18)   You sit down at the dinner table, ready... Read More
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Retrieving Our Sense of Touch

Imagine feeling like someone stabbed you in the leg, and looking down to see that your leg is not even there. This phenomenon, known as “phantom limb,” Read More
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Are Peanut Allergies Preventable?

For years, scientists have been intrigued by the steady increase in peanut allergies in certain countries but not others. Read More
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Education Through A Laptop

We are quickly approaching a lifestyle based increasingly on instant gratification and the necessity for the widespread dissemination of information, with examples prominently displayed in university education... Read More
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Caffeine: The Wonder Drug

For most sleep-deprived college students, coffee is a staple of their morning routine, especially with finals fast approaching. This bitter brew has the ability to make us feel at least a little more fresh, awake, and prepared for the day. Read More
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