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Study shows effectiveness of method to stem nearsightedness

A new report shows the benefit of wearing contact lenses for slowing myopia has a lasting effect — good news since 50% of the world (5 billion people) will likely be nearsighted by 2050. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future […]

Published on January 18, 2025

Mosquitoes can be extra-bitey in droughts

Mosquitoes can survive prolonged droughts by drinking blood, which helps to explain why rates of mosquito-borne illness don’t always decline in dry periods. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement […]

Published on January 17, 2025

Do parents really have a favorite child? Here’s what new research says

A new study found that younger siblings generally receive more favorable treatment from parents. Meanwhile, older siblings are often granted more autonomy, and parents are less controlling towards them as they grow up. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of […]

Published on January 16, 2025