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Bionic leg makes walking faster and easier for amputees, evidence shows | Medical research

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A brain-controlled bionic leg has allowed amputees to walk faster and navigate stairs and obstacles more easily in a ground-breaking trial. The device allows the user to bend, straighten and rotate the prosthetic leg using only their thoughts. This led to a more natural gait, improved stability on stairs and uneven terrain, and a 41% … Read more

Identify a plant that can grow on Mars

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A future civilization on Mars may be accompanied by a very special and resilient little plant. A type of moss found in the desert – called Syntrichia caninervis— may be able to survive and grow in the harsh Martian environment, according to a new paper in the journal INNOVATION. This moss can grow in temperatures … Read more