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Weekly: Antarctica special, brain implant made from living cells, best TV and film of 2024

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Penguins and Pioneering Neurotechnology

This chapter explores the environmental challenges faced by emperor penguins in Antarctica due to habitat loss from shrinking sea ice, linking it to global ecological shifts. It then transitions to a groundbreaking discussion on brain implants made with living neurons, showcasing their potential to restore capabilities like speech in patients with paralysis. The narrative highlights innovative animal experiments that bridge science fiction with real-world advancements in neurotechnology.

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