Health + Science

Banking on the Seaweed Rush

Seaweed farmers promise to feed us, combat climate change, support coastal communities, provide wildlife habitat, and more. Can seaweed do it all?

Menopause: It’s so Hot Right Now

Menopause is a $600 billion market opportunity that remains largely untapped.

Industry Knew About Gas Stoves’ Air Pollution Problems in Early 1970s

The American Gas Association is trying to discredit research on the health impacts of gas stoves today. But newly revealed documents show it was discussing indoor air pollution concerns five decades ago.

Climate Change Threatens Everyone’s Health

But its impact will be brutal for some communities in particular.

New DNA Sequencing Technology Could Fuel Precision Medicine

One major obstacle to precision medicine for all? The cost of sequencing each person’s genome. New sequencing startups could change that.

The Connection Between Global Health & Global Warming

Dr. Larry Brilliant discusses his time in an ashram, eradicating small pox, and how humans are the most invasive species on the planet.

The EV Revolution Brings Environmental Uncertainty at Every Turn

As demand for electric vehicles ramps up, environmental stumbling blocks have emerged.

Keeping First Responders Safe: How this Entrepreneur Found a Mission and Profitable Niche

Amit Kapoor built a high-growth business selling essential products that keep first responders and their patients safe.

The Fusion News is Better Than You Think

The news about fusion nuclear power is even better than many of the reports this week suggested. Yes a government lab made a major and historic breakthrough. But the best is yet to come–from startups.

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