Ancient Neanderthal Dental Surgery, Ancient Genes Link Humans to Denisovans, Cancer Breakthrough Links Cells to Chemotherapy Response, Engineered E coli Creates Eco Sunscreen Shield, and more... episode artwork

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Ancient Neanderthal Dental Surgery, Ancient Genes Link Humans to Denisovans, Cancer Breakthrough Links Cells to Chemotherapy Response, Engineered E coli Creates Eco Sunscreen Shield, and more...

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(0:10): 59,000-Year-Old Neanderthal Tooth Reveals Ancient Dental Surgery, Challenging Homo Sapiens' Healthcare Exclusivity(2:12): New Study Suggests Genetic Links Between Homo Erectus, Denisovans, and Modern Humans(4:42): Breakthrough Study Links Breast Cancer Cell Programs and Macrophage Subtypes to Chemotherapy Response(7:33): Breakthrough: Engineered E. coli Produces Eco-Friendly UV Shield, Gadusol, for Future Sunscreens(9:38): Study Reveals Optimal Sleep Duration for Slowing Organ-Specific Aging and Reducing Health RisksTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news. Image credit: History

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