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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Cleaner Air for Pigs: Testing Ionizers in Farrowing Rooms

In the world of pig farming, air quality is a big deal. It's not just about keeping the pigs healthy; it's also about protecting the humans who work there. Tiny particles floating in the air, smaller than 10 micrometers, can cause big problems. These particles, known as particulate matter (PM), can

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: From Scary to Safe

A space rock named 2024 YR4 was first seen on December 27, 2024. It was really big, about 131 to 295 feet wide, like a large building. At first, scientists thought it might hit Earth in 2032. But now, they say there's almost no chance of that happening. NASA and the European Space Agency both agree

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

How Cancer Cells Travel and Survive in the Bloodstream

Cancer is deadly because it spreads to other parts of the body. This spreading, or metastasis, happens when cancer cells leave the original tumor and travel through the bloodstream to form new tumors elsewhere. But, this journey is tough. Most cancer cells don't survive the trip. They have to squeez

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking a Century of Health Discoveries

A journey through time begins with a publication that has been quietly making waves in the world of health research. Launched in 1920, this publication has been a steady force in the medical world, offering insights and discoveries that have shaped how we understand and treat illnesses. It's been a

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Liquid Magic: The Power of DESs in Carbon Capture

Imagine a world where we can easily capture harmful gases in the air. That is the promise of Deep Eutectic Solvents (DESs). These are not your average liquids. They are a special blend of ionic liquids and alcohols. This combination has a superpower: it can trap carbon dioxide (CO2). This is a big

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Safety Spending in Iran's Big Industries: A Closer Look

Iran's major industries, such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, and food, have unique safety challenges. To understand how much these industries invest in safety, researchers used a method called the William Fine approach. This method uses something called the J index. However, safety costs can flu

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Ketamine's Impact on the Brain: A Mouse Tale

Ketamine, a drug often used in medical settings, can have serious effects on the brain. When mice were given ketamine, they showed signs similar to schizophrenia. Scientists wanted to understand why this happens and how it affects the brain. To do this, they used special tests to see how th

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Feb 24 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Gold's Potential in Fighting Deadly Cancer

Scientists have been tinkering with different metal compounds to fight cancer. They've found that some of these metals can trigger a specific kind of cell death that gets the immune system's attention. This type of cell death is called immunogenic cell death, or ICD for short. Researchers have creat

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Feb 24 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Cherimoya Seeds: The Heat Factor

Cherimoya, a tropical fruit native to Latin America, is cherished for its delicious taste and medicinal benefits. These benefits include fighting parasites, reducing inflammation, and managing blood sugar levels. When the fruit is processed, about 13% of it becomes seeds, which are usually discard

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Feb 24 2025SCIENCE

Unexpected Discoveries in Antarctic Meteorite

Deep in the frozen lands of Antarctica, scientists found a meteorite named Yamato 980115. This isn't your average space rock. It's a carbonaceous chondrite, a type of meteorite that's been around since the early days of our solar system. These rocks are like time capsules, holding clues about how wa

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