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Once upon a time, in the bustling metropolis of Urbanville, there lived a remarkable young man named Mike.

Brain Science Breakthrough
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Every so often, new scientific discoveries can challenge established principles and change the way we think about the world.

This Date in UCSF History: Medical Students Organize for Abortion Access
September 26, 2023
[Originally published in Synapse on Sept. 23, 1999.] “Disgusting, isn’t it?” said one of the directors of the national office...

All It Takes is a Walk with Kali: Irular Sunrise Snake Walk Experience
September 19, 2023
On the day of the snake walk, I was up before the sun preparing myself and a bag full of...

Healing Cycles of Institutional Harm with Indigenous Wisdom
September 19, 2023
As a 32-year-old Indigihood femme, several physical injuries and inflammatory conditions have taken toll on my mental and spiritual health.
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