Susan Berk Koch
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Writing about things that are always interesting and sometimes true. I earned my B.S. in biology with a minor in chemistry, then went on to attain a D.D.S. from Marquette University. I spent a year in New York at a Veterans hospital in a residency program, after which time, I practiced dentistry for ten years.
Susan Berk Koch
7M ago
Do you want to increase your lifespan? Let's look at some actionable methods to increase longevity, from food choices, to supplements to lifestyle choices to slow aging ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
1y ago
Attack of the alien invaders? Aliens are among us. Invasive alien species are a threat to human health and to every ecosystem on our planet. Sound like hyperbole? It's not. ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
1y ago
I’ve chosen my top 10 astronomical events for 2023! A few fall in the category of 'rare astronomical events 2023', but they are all a must-see astronomical event ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
1y ago
Why do you want six easy ways to boost your metabolism? Because six easy ways to boost your metabolism means that I’ve found six easy ways to burn more calories! Even when you’re doing absolutely nothing at all! First, we need to define the term, basal metabolic rate. WHAT IS BASAL METABOLIC RATE? DO I ... Read more ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
1y ago
What are wearable robots? Why would anyone want to wear a robot, anyway? WEARABLE ROBOTS Is Louie wearing a wearable robot or is the robot wearing Louie? I CAN OPEN THE FRIDGE WITH THESE HANDS! A wearable robot is a system that combines electrics & mechanical engineering and is designed around the shape and function ... Read more ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
1y ago
Now more than ever, the science of marijuana needs a blog post! Why are so many states legalizing marijuana? How does marijuana affect your brain? Is marijuana even safe ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
2y ago
I want to share 10 scientifically proven benefits of meditation with you! Science is unraveling the benefits of mindfulness for mental health ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
2y ago
Why are rare earth metals important? What are rare earth metals? The uses for rare earth metals are as diverse as they are important! Let's take a look ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
2y ago
Artificial intelligence and the future of humans is a book-length topic. How do machines learn? Is the power of machine learning all that powerful ..read more
Susan Berk Koch
2y ago
HONORING WOMEN SCIENCE WRITERS FOR WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH I bet you’re wondering why I choose a woman on a white horse as my featured image for a post about women science writers! The women’s suffrage movement paved the way for women to pursue many careers, including writing. And since March is Women’s History Month, I ... Read more ..read more