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The briefest of intros today as there's much to do at New Atlas central. We have a good spread of topics in this edition, so let's head straight in there shall we?
Paul Ridden
Headliner
New target to prevent Alzheimer's patients forgetting loved ones
by Bronwyn Thompson
New research has found that the loss of social memory – recognizing friends and family – in Alzheimer's disease (AD) could come down to specific structures around brain cells. And targeting this delicate scaffolding may potentially prevent this heartbreaking stage in cognitive decline.
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Highlights
RoboticsTechnology
Modular convertible robot is one quad or two bipeds – your choice
by Ben Coxworth
It's now actually not that unusual to see quadruped robots with wheels for feet, allowing them to either walk or roll as needed. The modular D1 is different, though, in that it can also operate as either one quadruped or two self-balancing bipeds.
AutomotiveTransport
Compact electric car for two can roll with four e-scooter batteries
by Paul Ridden
I don't dip into the automotive world too often, but when I do it's usually to highlight a new electric micro-car. And that's precisely what's happening now – after years of pioneering the electric two-wheel segment, Niu has doubled up for the MM.
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AutomotiveTransport
Revolutionary full-time 4WD system dumps the diff
by Ian Baker
A radically innovative design controls wheelspin on rough and slippery surfaces while driving all four wheels on all surfaces – and eliminating complex differential gearsets. Its first use will be in off-road heavy machinery.
Medical InnovationsBody and Mind
One-off lipid-lowering gene therapy a success in world-first human trial
by Paul McClure
In a world-first trial, scientists used a one-off CRISPR gene edit to switch off a liver “fat brake” gene, slashing stubborn LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in patients whose levels refused to budge on standard treatments.
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Tiny HousesOutdoors
Single-story tiny house puts the focus firmly on daylight and views
by Adam Williams
The Eire tiny house doubles down on maximizing daylight and views. Featuring a length of 26 ft and a simple and open interior arranged on one level, it has a contemporary design with extensive glazing that spans almost the entire living room wall.
GearOutdoors
Collapsible gas canister fire pit is so small & light it hikes to camp
by C.C. Weiss
The Fire Maple Antarcti Gas Fire Pit is a fire bowl so collapsible you can carry it in a backpack. It runs on the same style of tiny gas canister as a backpacking stove, making it the lightest, most portable gas fire pit you're likely to encounter.
AutomotiveTransport
Toyota's toughest pickup adds modern tech without losing its edge
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
The legendary go-anywhere Toyota Hilux pickup is getting a major makeover inside and out. The 2026 model will be available in an all-electric flavor for the first time, in addition to the existing diesel hybrid powertrain version from this year.
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