PinnedSam Westreich, PhDThe Most Interesting Biology Questions, AnsweredDr. Sam Westreich writes about biotech, Silicon Valley, and answers fascinating questions about science.Sep 23, 20212Sep 23, 20212
Sam Westreich, PhDinMicrobial InstinctsHow Stomach Ulcers Could Silently Trigger Parkinson’s DiseaseUpper gut infections may trigger tremors and brain issues, many years later.2d ago82d ago8
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceIs the Human Brain Fully Developed at Age 25?The tricky question of when someone’s mind is considered “mature”6d ago186d ago18
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceHow New Research Shows We Don’t Age EvenlyIf you’re in your early forties or late fifties, get ready for an “aging spike.”Aug 2918Aug 2918
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceA Study (Tenuously) Links Omega-3s and DepressionOne flaw: the study didn’t measure what people ate.Aug 2611Aug 2611
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceHow Animals Can Make Natural GlueFrom mussels to frogs, certain animals use sticky situations to their advantage.Aug 22Aug 22
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceDoes Drinking More Water Help Us Recover Faster From Being Sick?Somewhat yes, somewhat no. Reasons to enjoy some extra soup or broth.Aug 191Aug 191
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceA Review Study Finds No Benefit to Mild Alcohol ConsumptionDispelling the common myth of “one glass of wine per day is good”Aug 123Aug 123
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceWhy Can’t We Power Our Homes From Lightning Strikes?A literal billion joules of energy, in a single flashJul 2915Jul 2915
Sam Westreich, PhDinSharing ScienceScience Fears Cut Short a Test of Climate Change TechnologyScientists in Alameda tested a device to fight climate change. City officials told them to stop.Jul 252Jul 252