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Fold paper. Insert lens. This $2 microscope changes how kids see the world

NPR Health

The Foldscope brings a powerful science tool to schools that can't afford microscopes. Scientists use it too. Its creators have handed out 2 million units, including a new mini-model for younger kids.

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First impressions, Last impressions.

Blood, Sweat, and Tears

I haven’t been able to write anything aside from panado and antibiotics (etc) at work for a long while. I don’t know why. But I do know why. Final exams, work, burn out, chronic pain etc. Somehow, time just flies but at the same time, it also feels like it drags on in day to day life. You seldom stop to look behind you and see how far (or not- far) you’ve actually come.