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Highly accurate atomic clocks could soon get even better. Here’s how

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Using a special type of atom could make even the most advanced atomic clocks more accurate, scientists think. If confirmed, this breakthrough, which could lead to more accurate GPS systems and better atomic clocks for space use, could even lead to devices that can detect earthquakes and volcanic eruptions with a higher level of accuracy. … Read more

How Electroconvulsive Therapy Heals the Brain – New Insights into ECT, a Stigmatized But Highly Effective Treatment for Depression

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When most people hear about electroconvulsive therapy, or ECT, it usually conjures up terrifying images of cruel, outdated, and pseudo-medical procedures. This perception of ECT, formerly known as electroshock therapy, as dangerous and ineffective has been reinforced in pop culture for decades — consider the 1962 novel turned Oscar-winning film, “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s … Read more