Groundbreaking Neural Connections Dataset, Gene Therapy Restores Toddler’s Hearing Simply Science

Researchers publish the largest-ever dataset of neural connections, advancing our understanding of the brain. A groundbreaking gene therapy treatment allows a toddler born deaf to hear for the first time. Plus, scientists demonstrate the potential of electron spin to transmit quantum information, paving the way for quantum technologies. Also, a small laboratory uncovers potentially toxic chemicals in everyday products, raising concerns about consumer safety.Sources:https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2024/05/the-brain-as-weve-never-seen-it/https://www.popsci.com/science/gene-therapy-hearing/https://phys.org/news/2024-05-scientists-potential-electron-transmit-quantum.htmlhttps://time.com/6975046/toxic-chemicals-in-products-valisure/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Researchers publish largest-ever dataset of neural connections(00:03:25) Gene therapy breakthrough allows toddler born deaf to hear(00:05:58) Scientists demonstrate the potential of electron spin to transmit quantum information(00:09:05) Scientists Are Finding Out Just How Toxic Your Stuff Is