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Odd DiscoveriesAug 24, 2026

Narwhal Tusks Stay Straight by Twisting in Two Opposite Directions

A new study has found that the narwhal’s famously spiraled tusk contains two collagen-rich layers that twist opposite ways. The unusual internal design appears to help the tooth remain straight while resisting bending and twisting.

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Odd DiscoveriesAug 24, 2026

Lab-Grown Human Brain Organoids Developed for Seven Years, Study Finds

Researchers grew human brain organoids for about seven years, far longer than the usual few months, and found that the cells continued to mature in ways resembling developing brain tissue. The scientists say the organoids retained a cellular record of their developmental history—but not memories or consciousness.

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