under the microscope

Detecting lung cancer by breath.

“When the human body breaks down fat in a process called lipolytic cholesterol metabolism, isoprene is released in exhaled breath. As it turns out, a decline in isoprene can indicate the presence of lung cancer. The team, led by researchers […]

retail therapy

New bookstore business model rents shelf space.

“The concept brings back the joy of browsing real books to communities where many bookstores have shut, and gives readers more eclectic choices than those suggested by online sellers’ algorithms, its proponents say. “Here, you find books which make you […]

to your health

What goes on at a longevity clinic?

“Think of it as a high-tech health spa. These clinics offer everything from genetic testing and cellular rejuvenation to IV drips and hormone therapy—all in the name of living longer, healthier lives.” ~ learn more

tech, startups, internet

Why AI is underhyped with Elad Gil.

This is a podcast interview with Joe Lonsdale. “In this episode, Elad takes us behind the scenes of the early days of Google and Twitter, and how Silicon Valley culture has evolved. He explains his three categories of exceptional founders […]

better doing

Proximity is power.

An advice-seeker wrote to Shaan Puri asking for one step he could take to unlock his potential. “Well Abram, I’ll give you an answer in 1-word… “move”. The funny thing about self improvement is this: sometimes the easiest thing to […]