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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Bee-Friendly Plant Compounds: A New Hope for Agriculture?

Coumarin is a natural compound found in many plants. It's part of a group of chemicals called coumarins. These are found in various plant families, such as Brassicaceae, Umbelliferae, Leguminosae, and Orchidaceae. Coumarin and its related compounds have shown a variety of biological effects. This ha

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

The Tea That Packs a Double Punch

Tea has been a beloved beverage for centuries. It is known for its unique flavors and health benefits. Two key players in tea's goodness are theacrine and EGCG3"Me. Theacrine is known for its mild effect on the nervous system. EGCG3"Me, on the other hand, is more stable, easier to absorb, and packs

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Battle Within: How CD70 and CD27 Shape Cancer's Fate

The CD70 and CD27 proteins are key players in the immune system's fight against cancer. They work together to activate and multiply T cells, which are crucial for attacking cancer cells. However, in cancer, this partnership can backfire. Prolonged interaction between CD70 and CD27 can exhaust and ev

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

EBV: The Silent Traveler in Your Body

The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a sneaky invader. It enters the body through the throat, but it does not stay there. Instead, it travels to different parts of the body, like the gut and the brain. This journey can lead to serious problems, including cancer and autoimmune disorders. Scientists have

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Engine Tweaks for Cleaner, Efficient Drives

The goal was to find the best settings for a special engine. This engine uses a mix of fuels to burn cleanly and efficiently. It combines a high-reactive fuel, made from 30% mahua biodiesel and diesel, with a low-reactive fuel, ethanol. The engine can switch between different loads and ethanol share

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Sky Lights Up: Rocket or Aurora?

On May 17, a stunning light show unfolded over the U. S. skies. It was a mix of natural and man-made wonders. First, a geomagnetic storm painted the night with vibrant auroras. Then, a puzzling white streak appeared, leaving many scratching their heads. The auroras were a result of solar activi

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Graphene's Game-Changing Role in Early Disease Detection

Graphene is a superstar in the world of biosensors. This 2D wonder material is making waves due to its unique structure and electrical properties. It allows for the detection of various biological targets without needing labels or amplification. This makes it highly sensitive and selective. However,

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Why Are Men Taller Than Women? A Genetic Mystery

Men stand taller than women on average, by about five inches. This isn't universal across all species, though. So, what makes humans different? A recent study, which gathered genetic data from a million individuals, might have some answers. The study zeroed in on a gene called SHOX. This gene is li

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Platforms in Drug Development

The pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a significant shift. Platform technologies are opening up new avenues for innovation in various medical fields. These technologies are not just about creating new drugs. They are about changing how drugs are developed, tested, and brought to market. Traditio

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May 20 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Solar Storm: A Glimpse into Earth's Past

The sun has always been a powerful force, but 14, 300 years ago, it unleashed a solar storm that was off the charts. This storm was so intense that it left a mark on Earth's atmosphere that scientists could still detect today. It was so powerful that it was more than 500 times stronger than the most

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