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Crying human tear glands grown in the lab

Scientists have successfully grown miniature human tear glands in a lab, allowing them to study how cells produce tears and what goes wrong. The model has promise for identifying new treatments for patients with tear gland disorders, such as dry eye disease.

Mathematicians model heat flow in human tears

Researchers developed a new model of fluid dynamics and heat flow in human tears, revealing the cooling effect on tear film after each blink. The model accurately predicts the rate of cooling for both healthy individuals and those with dry eye conditions.