The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Mini-Episode: Cool Facts Friday #4
Oct 30, 2020
Discover the intriguing link between sheep brain waves and human sleep, hinting at memory connections. Learn about cutting-edge materials that shield against harmful EMFs. Uncover the quirky swimming style of sperm and its implications for technology. Find out why your dog isn’t fussed by your facial expressions and the surprising details behind our evolution of foot arches, showcasing adaptations for our unique bipedal gait.
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Sheep Brainwaves and Human Memory
- Researchers found similarities between sleep spindles in sheep and human brains.
- These spindles, bursts of electrical activity, might help solidify memories during sleep.
New EMF-Blocking Material
- A new ultralight material, made from cellulose and titanium carbide, effectively blocks EMFs.
- This aerogel material is the lightest ever with such high shielding properties.
Sperm Swimming Patterns
- Sperm swim by flicking their tails lopsidedly and rolling, not like propellers as previously thought.
- This corkscrew motion might be important for infertility research and nanomachine design.