In the complex world of cancer, tiny molecules can have big impacts. One such molecule, tetracosatetraenoic acid (C24:4 (n-6)), has been found to play a significant role in the spread of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) to the lungs. This molecule is produced by an enzyme called PLA2G16, which i
The Leonid meteor shower is making its annual appearance, offering a brief but dazzling display for sky enthusiasts. This year, the peak is expected to happen around 1 p. m. ET on Monday. However, the best time to catch the show is between 4 a. m. Monday and sunrise, local time. Unlike other meteor
Lattices are like building blocks in math. They help us understand how things relate to each other. Recently, mathematicians proved that a special kind of infinite lattice, called an FN lattice, exists. This lattice is simple and follows certain rules, making it unique. Now, imagine smaller, finite
In the world of particle physics, understanding how particles interact is key. One way to do this is by looking at something called hyperon coupling constants. These constants help us figure out how strongly certain particles, like hyperons, interact with each other. Recently, scientists combined t
Metals are everywhere. They are in our phones, our cars, and even in the food we eat. But how much do we really know about them? A recent book takes a closer look at the story behind these everyday materials. It's not just about gold and silver. Even the more common metals have interesting stories
Scientists found a small but important change in cucumber plants. This change happened naturally over time. It made cucumbers bigger. The change is in the plant's DNA. It affects how the plant grows its seeds and fruits. The change is tiny. It is only 29 parts of the plant's DNA. But it has a big e
In the world of veterinary medicine, some cases stand out due to their rarity. Two such cases involved dogs with a type of cancer called endometrial carcinoma, which is not very common in dogs. This cancer started in the uterus and then spread to other parts of the body, including the brain. The fir
Ever wondered how scientists keep an eye on the sun's temper tantrums? The Met Office Space Weather Operations Centre is like a 24/7/365 solar bodyguard. They watch the sun round the clock. Their job is to warn us about solar flares. These are sudden bursts of energy from the sun. They can mess with
Scientists have created a new way to fight cancer using tiny particles that glow and make cancer cells self-destruct. This method uses light to kill cancer cells, but unlike other treatments, it uses a special kind of light that can go deep into the body. The key to this treatment is special glowing
The latest thermal images of the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS have sparked intense debate among scientists. These images show strange patterns that don't match what we expect from comets. The heat around 3I/ATLAS is not random. Instead, it forms neat, circular layers. This is odd because comets usua
