Study shows that physical embodiment can occur without sense of touch
Researchers at the University of Chicago, the University of Birmingham, and Bournemouth University have uncovered evidence that physical embodiment can occur without the sense of touch, thanks to a study involving two participants who lack the ability to feel touch. The research was published on Feb. 12 in
Experimental Brain Research.
The transatlantic collaboration emerged from ongoing research with two unique individuals Kim, based in the U.S., and Ian, based in the U.K. While most people who participate in research studies are referred to by their initials, Kim and Ian have agreed to be identified by their first names. Their last names are not being used to protect their privacy.
Two people were shot, one fatally, Tuesday in Chatham on the South Side, police said. Officers responded about 7:20 p.m. to a call of shots fired in the 7500.
Kenwood high-rise fire leaves 3, including Chicago firefighter, hurt WLS
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A fire in a Kenwood high-rise building early Wednesday morning left two people and a firefighter injured, Chicago fire officials said.
The fire broke out on the 22-story building s second floor about 4:15 a.m. in the 4800-block of South Lake Park Avenue.
Two women, ages 84 and 64, were transported to University of Chicago Medical Center for smoke inhalation, fire officials said. They were in good condition.
A firefighter was also transported there for minor injuries.
Ten people also refused to be transported, officials said.
Chicago fire officials had finished conducting a search of the Harper Square Cooperative high-rise building by about 5:30 a.m. to make sure everyone had made it out safely, and the fire had been extinguished.