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Jonathan Grinstein

Jonathan Grinstein is a journalist, writer, and editor based in San Diego, California, focused on bridging the impact of science and the lives it seeks to improve.

Playing God with Pork

Xenotransplantation could save lives and money—but is it ethical?

By Jonathan Grinstein

Swallow the Micro-Robot

3D printed micro-robots will one day be able to precisely deliver drugs or treat hard-to-reach tumors.

By Jonathan Grinstein

What Do Neurons and Snowflakes Have to Teach Us About AI?

The fact that no two are alike could be the key to designing AIs that can adapt to change.

By Jonathan Grinstein

Is Your Exoskeleton Ready for Primetime?

Wearable robotic exoskeletons can be a game changer. But the tech may still be too hard on your brain.

By Jonathan Grinstein

Shooting for Longevity and the Stars

Senolytics that target age-related “zombie” cells could be game-changing for extending lifespans and enabling long-haul space travel.

By Jonathan Grinstein