infant

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As the human body develops from an embryo into a fetus and eventually an infant, neurons form complex communication networks between the brain and spinal cord.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

The deceased were described as a man and a woman in their 20s, an elementary school-age child and a 4-month-old infant.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Visitors also encountered early examples of X-ray machines, infant incubators, automobiles, early “flying machines” and submarine technology.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

"We had lost Nels before," he said, referring to a son who died of cancer as an infant.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Before the waters could claim them all, Coyote presented the kidnapped infant back to Mother Water Monster.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young