Today, you’ll learn about how surgeons operated on a pig from 5,000 miles away, a population of neanderthals that were isolated for 50,000 years, and why trees could be linked to lower risks of ADHD in kids.

Remote Surgery

“Remote surgery performed on a pig 9,000 km away using a game controller.” by Michael Irving. 2024.
“Teleoperated Magnetic Endoscopy: A Case Study and Perspective.” by Alexandre Mescot, et al. 2024.

Isolated Neanderthals

“An ancient Neanderthal community was isolated for over 50,000 years.” Scimex. 2024.
“Long genetic and social isolation in Neanderthals before their extinction.” by Ludovic Slimak, et al. 2024.

Greenspace & ADHD

“Tree-covered neighborhoods linked to lower ADHD risk in children.” by Eric W. Dolan. 2024.
“Lifelong greenspace exposure and ADHD in Polish children: Role of physical activity and perceived neighbourhood [sic] characteristics.” by Dorota Buczylowska, et al. 2024.

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Remote Surgery, Isolated Neanderthals, Greenspace & ADHD

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