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Entries from February 25th, 2009

The Vacanti Mouse: Gross and Incredible

February 25th, 2009 · 3 Comments · Biology

Have you ever thought of what happens to people who lose body parts or organs that can’t be grown back? The people who have lost ears, or fingers, or even more vital parts of their bodies? If you haven’t, you probably did just now. As you all know, you cant grow back another ear if it is [...]

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Ecstasy can harm the brains of first-time users

February 25th, 2009 · No Comments · Biology

Researchers have found news about ecstasy and how first time use is harmful to the brain.Ecstasy targets neurons in the brain that use the chemical serotonin to communicate. Serotonin helps in regulating a number of mental processes including mood and memory. “Ecstasy is an illegal drug that acts as a stimulant and psychedelic. A 2004 [...]

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