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The scientists generated more energy from fusion reactions than they put into the nuclear fuel, in a small but crucial step along the road to harnessing fusion power. The ultimate goal – to produce more energy than the whole experiment consumes – remains a long way off, but the feat has nonetheless raised hopes that after decades of setbacks, firm progress is finally being made.

See that little vial of blood Holmes is holding? It has about the same volume as a raindrop. That sample is capable of generating results for 30 different diagnostic tests (ranging from STDs to certain cancers) with results available in less than 24 hours. She dropped out of college at the age of 19 and has spent the last decade developing Theranos, which has the potential to revolutionize how patients get lab work done.

The blood sample is taken directly at the testing facility, which reduces wait time because it doesn’t need to be sent out from the doctor’s office. Additionally, there aren’t any problems with keeping the sample fresh because it doesn’t need to be transported. This step could eliminate as many as 70% of all of the mistakes associated with blood tests.

But it probably costs a lot more than traditional testing, right? Nope. The tests performed on the sample are purchase a la carte, based on individual patient needs. Cholesterol screenings can run $30 out of pocket at some labs, but Theranos is able to offer the same screening for a mere $2.99. Fertility screening traditionally costs upwards of $2,000, though it is $35 with the new test.

Another great thing about Theranos is that if the patient’s doctor decides later that additional tests need to be ordered, it can be done using the same sample.

Holmes is currently working on getting Theranos integrated into Walgreens Wellness Centers, making it more convenient and affordable for people to get potentially lifesaving bloodwork completed.

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