Hacker News with Generative AI: Human Development

New stem cell model sheds light on human amniotic sac development (crick.ac.uk)
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have developed a new stem cell model of the mature human amniotic sac, which replicates development of the tissues supporting the embryo from two to four weeks after fertilisation.
Stem Cells, Biology, Human Development, Embryology
33 points by gmays 7 days ago | 1 comments
End-of-History Illusion (wikipedia.org)
The end-of-history illusion is a psychological illusion in which individuals of all ages believe that they have experienced significant personal growth and changes in tastes up to the present moment, but will not substantially grow or mature in the future.[1] Despite recognizing that their perceptions have evolved, individuals predict that their perceptions will remain roughly the same in the future.
Psychology, Cognitive Science, Illusion, Human Development
8 points by jhncls 33 days ago | 0 comments
To Be Born in a Bag (asimov.com)
The womb is a remarkable organ — a muscular, pear-shaped chamber that supports the transformation of a tiny cluster of dividing cells into an entirely new person. All humans begin their lives in this sturdy chamber.
Human Development, Biology, Pregnancy
95 points by mailyk 229 days ago | 134 comments