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Is reality real? How evolution blinds us to the truth about the world

Is reality real? How evolution blinds us to the truth about the world

31 July 2019

We assume our senses see reality as it is - but that could be just an evolved illusion obscuring the true workings of quantum theory and consciousness
Quantum dots in brain could treat Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases

Quantum dots in brain could treat Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases

9 July 2018

Tiny particles seem to stop misfolded proteins from forming toxic clumps in the brains of mice, improving their performance on physical tests

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