Have you ever thought about how plants can be helped to grow better? Scientists have found a curious protein named VDAL that can do just that. This protein is made by a fungus called Verticillium dahliae, which usually causes trouble for plants like cotton. But in a surprising twist, when this prote
Scientists have discovered that people deal with imagined scary future events in two distinct ways. Using a unique technique to study brain activity, they found that one group of people experienced more anxiety and fewer brain connections while thinking about these events. On the other hand, another
Ever wondered how overqualification affects women in the STEM fields? A recent study delved into this, focusing on career anxiety and decision-making among women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The goal? To understand how feeling overqualified impacts their careers. They survey
Did you know insects sometimes use smells to talk to each other? These tiny creatures may seem like they're just buzzing around, but they're actually communicating through chemical signals called pheromones. For a long time, scientists thought most of these pheromones were made from fats. But guess
Western flower thrips (WFT) are tiny pests that love to chomp on various plants, including roses and kidney beans. Scientists wanted to know how the food they eat affects the bacteria living in their guts. They collected adult WFT guts and analyzed the DNA of these gut bacteria. Turns out, the thrip
Every time you crack open a macadamia nut, you're left with a peel that might seem like trash, but it's actually a treasure trove of beneficial substances. Scientists have discovered that these peels are rich in polysaccharides and other bioactive compounds, like phenols and flavonoids. So, what's t
Listen up, young minds! Scientists have been really interested in a special type of junction called all-oxide ferroelectric tunnel junctions. These junctions are made of materials like SrRuO3, BaTiO3, and SrTiO3, and they're great for high-density, low-power applications. Why? Because they can be fi
Lucy, the famous fossil discovered in Ethiopia 50 years ago, is still revealing secrets. This ancient hominid, named after the Beatles' song "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, " was found by a team of scientists in 1974. The 3. 18-million-year-old bones, including dental remains and parts of the pelvis
Ruminants, especially in hot regions, face a big challenge with macromineral imbalances. Heat stress worsens this, affecting their health and work. Let’s explore what happens when it gets hot and how minerals like sodium, potassium, and calcium play a crucial role. When the heat turns up, ruminants
Have you ever wondered how that sticky stuff holds your car mirrors in place? It's all thanks to some clever chemistry at work. Silicone sealants and adhesives are superheroes in construction and electronics. They don't need heat to set, making them flexible and easy to use. But what makes them stic
