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The Skeptics Guide #1008 - Nov 2 2024

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Mysterious Materials: From Meteors to Microplastics

This chapter explores the fascinating intersection of meteoric iron swords and neuroplasticity, offering a humorous take on brain science. It further investigates the alarming detection of microplastics and nanoplastics in human brains, discussing their implications on health and related scientific findings. The conversation weaves in definitions of nanotechnology, trends in plastic accumulation in the brain, and the importance of preprint research, making complex topics accessible and engaging.

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