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In conclusion

In conclusion. The chemical QAQ can form a off switch for pain. QAQ is activated by light. QAQ is similar to Lidocaine from the dentist. QAQ blocks pathway signals of pain. QAQ can be used as a selective anesthetic. The Future. Wouldn’t it be amazing to be able to just turn off pain?

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In conclusion

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  1. In conclusion • The chemical QAQ can form a off switch for pain. • QAQ is activated by light. • QAQ is similar to Lidocaine from the dentist. • QAQ blocks pathway signals of pain. • QAQ can be used as a selective anesthetic.

  2. The Future Wouldn’t it be amazing to be able to just turn off pain? With more research, the possibilities are unless. Some day we might be painless from just the flip of switch.

  3. Citation • Costandi, Mo. "A Rapidly Reversible, Light-activated Painkiller." Www.guardian.co.uk. The Guardian, 21 Feb. 2012. Web. 09 Mar. 2012. • Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet Muenchen (LMU). "Off switch for pain? Chemists build light-controlled neural inhibitor." ScienceDaily, 22 Feb. 2012. Web. 09 Mar. 2012 • "Nociceptor." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily. Web. 09 Mar. 2012. • "Versatis Medicated Plasters (lidocaine)." Netdoctor. Web. 09 Mar. 2012. <http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/skin-and-hair/medicines/versatis-medicated-plasters.html> • Image 1: http://www.embedds.com/ultraviolet-light-box-for-pcb-exposure/ • Image 2: http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/blog/should-we-train-people-in-pain/

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