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Aug 25
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Pointless Tongue vs Amazing Eye: English...

Hilary Platt
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Wouldn't it be amazing if you could grow a brand new eye? Or that a simple snail could hold the secret to curing human blindness? Welcome to a fascinating new episode where we help you learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ English with some amazing stories.


"Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. It is the source of all true science and innovation." Albert Einstein


Today, we're taking a look at two very different scientific breakthroughs, both about human body parts. One involves an artificial, AI-powered tongue that can taste! And the other, a discovery that could one day help people regenerate their own eyes. I have to be honest, I have a strong opinion on which one is truly meaningful. One seems like a brilliant use of science, while the other... well, it feels a bit like scientists just showing off because they can.


In this episode, you'll learn practical vocabulary like "to regenerate", "a breakthrough", and "invasive species". We'll explain it all in clear, simple English, perfect for practising your listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ skills.


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