Tiny particles, big potential. Catalysts with three-way functionality are the heroes when it comes to making cars less polluting. But there are barriers with these catalysts:, they cost too much they rely on valuable metals. They face challenges in performing well at low temperatures. A bright id
We all know that certain things can cause cancer. But how do we figure out which ones? Scientists have a plan. In this plan we have 10 characteristics that can tell us if something is a cancer-causing substance. These characteristics show how harmful substances cause cancer. They are like clues that
Picture this: a farmer facing a drought. Do they genres seeds that can deal with salty soil easily or implement powerful ones? This is the fight for fenugreek. Enriching fenugreek plants with certain natural products could help keep them moving and growing while drought conditions persist.
People often say that a change in temperature can mess things up. This is especially true for things involving microbes like anaerobic fermentation. It is any process that relies on fermentation bacteria (anaerobic microbes) to break down organic matter in the absence of oxygen. acting in the absen
Peaches, a favorite fruit for many, have a story to tell. Eight varieties grown in Bulgaria were analyzed to understand what makes them unique. Eight varieties grown in Bulgaria were analyzed. The varieties grown in Bulgaria were "Filina", "Gergana", "Ufo-4", "July lady", "Laskava", "Flat Queen", "E
What makes a bunch of tiny flowers look like a single flower? It’s not magic, but rather, a fascinating phenomenon in the plant world. This is commonly seen in the carrot family, which belongs to the Apioideae subfamily. These clusters are called pseudanthia. They can look like a single flower becau
Cartilage's role in joint health can become easily overlooked. This tough material in our joints keeps bones from rubbing together. But sometimes, things go wrong, resulting in osteoarthritis. It turns out that the molecules called lipids can tell a story about what's happening at the joint level in
In the world of medical imaging, magnetic resonance imaging has become a household term, due to its capacity to image internal body structures. MRI scanners use strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the body. The speed of which the scan is done, and the can be prohibi
Do you ever wonder why we are drawn to dark themes in art? Why is it easier to stare at a painting of a sad moment in history then to look at a photograph of the same moment. Art has a special way of making us want to explore difficult topics. It's funny how often art and pessimism go tog
Cnidarians fascinate scientists. That’s because these creatures—including sea anemones, corals, and jellyfish—offer valuable insights into the evolution of life. Cnidarians have a lot in common with bilaterians—the animals with mirror-image left and right sides. They diverged from other animals hun
