The Abstract

With SpaceX CEO Elon Musk detailing his dreams to build a city on Mars, Inverse’s Mike Brown discusses what the latest Starship rocket test means for the future of space travel — and humanity itself. 

https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-starship-watch-triple-engine-fire

https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-mars-city-test

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As companies like Nueralink aim to revolutionize medical technology, Inverse’s Mike Brown and Sarah Wells discuss how breakthroughs in brain-machine interfaces can restore sensory and motor function and treat neurological disorders.

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https://www.inverse.com/innovation/elon-musks-neuralink-demo

https://www.inverse.com/innovation/computer-restores-sense-of-touch

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Amid a global “character crisis,” more people are going to therapy in the wake of Covid-19. Inverse’s Ali Pattillo and Sarah Sloat discuss building character and taking care of our mental health during the pandemic.  

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• https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/the-character-edge-why-competence-isnt-enough-for-great-leadership

• https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/therapy-during-covid-19

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With the list of so-called “science-backed diets“ ever-growing, Inverse’s Ali Pattillo explains why plant-based eating and “Pesco-Mediterranean” diets are sound strategies to improve health and longevity. 

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https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/pesco-mediterranean-diet

https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/plant-based-diet-benefits

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As social science reveals surprising overlap in the relationships of chimpanzees and humans, experts suggest friendliness may be the key to a species’ success. Inverse’s Sarah Sloat and Sarah Wells explain.

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https://www.inverse.com/science/aging-chimp-friendships

https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/survival-of-the-friendliest-brian-hare-intervew

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Ahead of the holiday season, avoiding high-risk hot spots and embracing essential soft health drivers could be the best path toward a stronger, healthier new year. Inverse’s Ali Pattillo explains. 

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• https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/study-pinpoints-high-risk-covid-19-locations

• https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/soft-health-drivers-influence-longevity

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As the latest animal science upends common thinking about one of our favorite pets, 

Inverse’s Claire Cameron and Sarah Sloat explain the feral nature of house cats and their dangerous, mysterious ways.

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https://www.inverse.com/science/should-you-let-your-cat-go-outside-gps-study-reveals-deadly-consequences

https://www.inverse.com/science/are-cats-even-domesticated

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While sleeping during Covid-19 can be a nightmare, the latest science offers crucial new paths to a good night’s rest. Inverse’s Nick Lucchesi and Sarah Sloat explain how smart clock technology and body clock science can help.

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https://www.inverse.com/innovation/lenovo-smart-clock-essential

https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/body-clock-difference-between-men-and-women

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Through telepresence technology and biomedical innovation, robotics are transforming how we take charge of our mental and physical health. Inverse’s Sarah Wells explains how social robots and mini drones could solve present and future problems.

https://www.inverse.com/innovation/social-robots-could-save-social-distancing

https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spray-robots-on-demand

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Now that the SpaceX Crew Dragon has successfully launched into orbit, Inverse’s Mike Brown explains what the flight could mean for Elon Musk’s Mars City — and how critics are resisting the vision.  

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https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-crew-dragon-historic-launch

https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-mars-city-musk-critics

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