“The focus of this new study is a protein discovered several decades ago called RAGE, or the receptor for advanced glycation endproducts. RAGE sits on the surface of fat cells, and this new research suggests it activates in response to […]
How fascinating! “Cofactors may explain a patient’s otherwise unexplained intermittent systemic allergic reaction to certain foods.” | learn more
An interview with author David Epstein about his findings from researching learning. Among other things, he blows up Malcolm Gladwell’s 10,000 hour rule. This is a podcast, though the page I’m linking to includes summary notes so you can get […]
Curious how to understand those cryptic medical bills? And how to fight them if they seem wrong? Kaiser Health News has your back. | learn more
This is Kickstarter project for a device that’s essentially an Arduino + Blockchain. It’s neat! “Build decentralized IoT that protects your privacy, accepts payments, interacts with smart contracts, and much more.” | learn more
The founder of Blockstack announced their token offering on Hacker News and answered a bunch of hostile questions. | learn more
“Businesses aren’t the only ones feeling the pressure from technological innovation — the CEOs are feeling it too. Here are 14 executives who paid the price for their innovation failures.” | learn more
This deck from MMC Ventures provides interesting updates and data about global AI adoption across geographies and industries. | learn more
“Cities like Toronto and Evanston are using a cheaper and less invasive replacement technology, cured-in-place pipe, but the city water department rejected it after a ‘tainted’ pilot program.” | learn more