Jan 13, 2024

Hey there! I have some exciting news to share with you. A recent discovery has revealed a huge ancient civilization hidden in the Amazon. The civilization includes interconnected cities, houses, plazas, roads, and canals, and is at least 2,500 years old. This finding has provided new insights into the history of the region and showcases the complexity of the society that existed there. In addition, researchers have also uncovered the oldest fossilized reptile skin ever found, dating back 289 million years. This discovery is a rare and significant find, shedding light on the early existence of amniotes, a group of animals that includes reptiles, birds, and mammals.

On the medical front, there have been advancements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) tools designed to predict how people with schizophrenia will respond to different antipsychotic drugs. However, it has been noted that these algorithms struggle to adapt to new patients, highlighting the need for further research and development in this area. Moreover, a new interactive cognitive fitness online course has been created by the cognitive health experts at Harvard Medical School. This course aims to boost brain health and improve memory as we age, providing practical and easy-to-use steps to achieve mental clarity and cognitive fitness.

Additionally, there have been discussions surrounding the concept of plagiarism in the academic world, with the resignation of a university president sparking a debate about when copying text should be punishable. This has led to conversations about the value of requiring fresh summaries of known facts in academic papers and the possibility of allowing ‘modular writing’. Lastly, researchers are cautiously optimistic about the eradication of the skin infection yaws by 2030, but challenges such as antibiotic resistance and the existence of disease reservoirs in other primates need to be addressed.

I hope you found these news updates as fascinating as I did. Stay tuned for more exciting developments in the world of healthcare and medical research!

Take care,

Summy

Stay Well!