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Matthew Hutson

Matthew Hutson is a freelance science writer in New York City who covers psychology, artificial intelligence, and other topics. He writes for The New Yorker, Science, Scientific American, and other publications, and is the author of The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking.

Prenatal Screening for Autism is an Ethical Dilemma

Autism is highly heritable—but is it a disease? Should it be cured? Could screening for it lead to eugenics? We explore the complicated landscape.

By Matthew Hutson

Alex Zhavoronkov: Live Long and Prosper

The maniacally focused founder of Insilico Medicine is going all in on AI to discover new medicines and extend lifespan.

By Matthew Hutson

The 7-Hour Critical-Care Genome

Going from blood sample to diagnosis in the same work shift, rapid genomic sequencing proves its worth in clinical settings.

By Matthew Hutson

Designer-Drug Detection Levels Up with AI

A growing wave of novel substances for performance enhancement or just getting high hits the streets weekly.

By Matthew Hutson

Employee Work Tracking is on the Rise

New research reveals how people feel about being judged by algorithms—and why employees should have first dibs on their data.

By Matthew Hutson

Artificial Intelligence Is Learning to Manipulate You

While AI may not end the world the way sci-fi writers imagine, it may very well pull your strings in the near future.

By Matthew Hutson

AI Breathes New Life into Old Drugs

Deep learning uncovers the potential of existing medications to target different diseases.

By Matthew Hutson

How a DNA Test Can Help You Deal with Depression

Gene tests for antidepressants are going mainstream — and getting more confusing. Here’s a guide.

By Matthew Hutson