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It’s easy to think that there are only two types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. These forms of diabetes are polygenic, meaning a change or mutation in multiple genes causes them. Type 1 diabetes is caused by an autoimmune reaction, which destroys the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Type 2 diabetes … Read More “Monogenic Diabetes: Misdiagnosed & Mistreated” »
Much of our understanding of the ancient world comes from writing, which means it comes from texts written on papyrus, stone, clay, and metal. However, many ancient artifacts that contain writing are too damaged to read. Fortunately, (AI) can be programmed to understand how humans process images and language and then decipher what is written … Read More “Ancient Writing and AI” »
If you were asked to name a global epidemic, what would come to mind first? Most people will likely name COVID, bubonic plague, HIV/AIDS or, going back a bit, a history buff may mention the Spanish flu. It is safe to bet that no one would name the obscure parasitic disease called Giardiasis. But in … Read More “The Epidemic You’ve Never Heard of…” »
