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Kristin Houser

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Kristin Houser is a staff writer at Freethink, where she covers science and tech. Her written work has appeared in Business Insider, NBC News, and the World Economic Forum’s Agenda, among other publications, and Stephen Colbert once talked about a piece on The Late Show, to her delight.

Prior to joining Freethink, Kristin was a staff writer for Futurism and wrote several animated and live action web series.

Coronavirus

How will businesses keep employees safe during COVID-19?

Lockdowns are ending but the coronavirus pandemic isn’t over, so what can businesses do to keep employees safe during COVID-19?

Kristin Houser

Biology

Embryo model unlocks “black box” of human development

This ethical model of a human embryo provides a look at a never-before-studied stage of embryonic development: gastrulation.

Kristin Houser

Mental Health

MDMA has long-lasting benefits as a PTSD treatment

The benefits of MDMA therapy as a PTSD treatment appear to last for at least a year, according to a newly published paper.

Kristin Houser

Fixing Justice

5 must-reads on American police reform

In our weekly roundup, we take you inside the fight to reform America’s criminal justice system, exploring potential solutions to this complex problem.

Kristin Houser

Coronavirus

How organoids are helping scientists fight the coronavirus

Researchers are turning to organoids — lab-grown clumps of cells that mimic human organs — in an effort to better understand the coronavirus.

Kristin Houser

Biology

New 3D bioprinting method uses light to grow ears in mice

A new 3D bioprinting technique uses near-infrared light to trigger a bioink to form shapes, even when placed under the skin of mice.

Kristin Houser

Coronavirus

Fully see-through face mask ready for mass production

The HelloMask is a fully see-through face mask made of a breathable material that offers the same protection as a standard surgical mask.

Kristin Houser

Coronavirus

“Social bubbles” could help end coronavirus lockdowns

Computer simulations show that “social bubbles” could help us end coronavirus lockdowns without causing a dramatic increase in cases.

Kristin Houser

Genetics

Genetic “off switch” may lead to new breast cancer treatment

A much-needed triple negative breast cancer treatment could center on the suppression of a single gene identified in a new Tulane University study.

Kristin Houser

Oceans

The first person to reach space and Challenger Deep

Astronaut Kathy Sullivan has visited the Challenger Deep, making her the first human to reach both space and the bottom of the ocean.

Kristin Houser