Cancer-fighting Bacteria and ChatGPT in the Classroom
Scientists have discovered a breakthrough in cancer treatment by engineering bacteria. They identified a microbe commonly found on human skin and modified its genome by inserting a new gene that produces a protein which can slow the progression of cancer in mice. While human trials are still on the horizon, the possibility of microbes being engineered to fight cancer is promising.
Meanwhile, the release of ChatGPT has caused a stir in the education sector. Universities have already released guidelines on the use of the chatbot, and K-12 classrooms hope to follow suit. Some educators, however, have been blocking AI websites, which can be unproductive. A high school senior, Rohan Mehta, thinks that if used correctly, generative AI could help democratize and revitalize K-12 education and create academic standards to benefit students in unimaginable ways.
Amazon ventures into the generative AI sector
Amazon is making its way into the generative AI space, hoping to capitalize on the hype train surrounding the tool. The company plans to sell the tools necessary for businesses to create their own version of ChatGPT, but some experts warn of the dangers of such tools and their limitations.
Should you be worried about your test results?
Biological age tests estimate your biological age using DNA analysis to determine how much wear and tear you've experienced. These tests might tell you your biological age for each of nine systems, including your brain, liver, and heart. Senior biotech writer Jessica Hamzelou took one of these tests last year and found out that her body was aging at a normal rate. Although individual results might vary, experts suggest taking the results of these tests with a grain of salt.
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