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Dirty Fog to Clean Water, Hookworms, Paranoia & Memory
Sep 21, 2023
In this episode, Fabio Bergamin and Angela Chen discuss collecting clean water from fog and the use of fog harps. Bronwyn Thompson shares the success of hookworms in preventing type 2 diabetes. The podcast also explores the curious link between paranoia and memory, revealing the impairment of novelty detection in individuals with paranoia.
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- A mesh system can collect water droplets from fog and provide clean drinking water in water-scarce areas.
- Minor infestations of hookworms may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and inflammation in humans.
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Turning Dirty Fog into Drinking Water
Scientists have developed a mesh system that captures water droplets from fog and eliminates pollutants, providing a source of clean drinking water. This technology can help millions of people in water-scarce areas by providing a sustainable and accessible water supply.
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