Plants are not just passive recipients of their environment. They actively interact with it, and sometimes, that interaction involves tiny plastic particles called polystyrene nanoplastics (Ps-NPs). These minuscule bits of plastic are everywhere, and scientists are still figuring out how they affect
Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) have been a major health concern worldwide for a long time. These harmful chemicals stick around in our bodies and the environment for a very long time. This makes it hard to figure out how they affect our health over the long term. A new study created a simple m
Antarctica is much more than a frozen wasteland. It has a rich and complex history that scientists are only beginning to understand. Recent studies have revealed that the continent's ice sheets have a more dynamic past than previously thought. This new information comes from a team of resea
Exercise has long been known to benefit the brain, especially in those with Alzheimer's disease. But how exactly does it work? Recent studies have shed some light on this mystery. They found that physical activity can change how certain brain cells work. These changes might help protect memory. The
The long-beaked echidna was thought to be gone forever. This creature had not been seen in over 60 years. It was assumed to be extinct. However, recent findings have proven otherwise. This species of egg-laying mammal has been confirmed to be alive and well. The discovery was made in the Cyclop
High-entropy carbide ceramics, or HECCs, are making waves. They are strong and tough, but what makes them so special? To understand this, one must look at how they handle tiny flaws, known as point defects. These defects are unavoidable in real-world materials and can weaken them. However, HECCs see
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has delivered a stunning snapshot of the universe, packed with thousands of galaxies. This image is not just a pretty picture. It holds a treasure trove of information about the universe's history. The COSMOS-Web team, led by Dr. Ghassem Gozaliasl from the Unive
There are plenty of ways to get fit. Two popular methods are steady, moderate-intensity exercise and short, intense workouts. These methods affect the body differently. Researchers wanted to see how these two types of exercise affect muscle cells and their energy production. The study invol
Soil is a bustling world of tiny organisms that play a huge role in how plants grow and how ecosystems function. One group of these tiny helpers is mycorrhizal fungi. These fungi team up with plant roots to swap nutrients and water for sugars. This partnership is crucial for the health of both plant
The world of toxicology is changing. Researchers have been exploring new ways to test how harmful substances affect living things. One exciting development is the use of three-dimensional (3D) cell cultures. These 3D models are better at mimicking real tissues than the old flat (2D) cell layers.
