Scientists studied how capsaicin, the spicy compound in chili peppers, affects muscle proteins when exposed to certain free radicals. They found that adding more capsaicin can actually improve how these proteins form gels. This is important because strong protein gels are key to making foods like me
You might think that frogs are tough, but even their young ones can be harmed by pollution. Scientists wanted to find out how badly nitrate pollution can affect young Brazilian tree frogs, called Dendropsophus haddadi. They did an experiment where they put tadpoles in water with different levels of
Ever wondered how snails deal with stress? In the underwater world, these tiny creatures face multiple challenges at once. We tested how an aquatic snail, Potamopyrgus antipodarum, reacted to different stressors like acidic water, toxic acetone, and fellow snail chemical signals. Surprisingly, snail
Imagine solving a crime using DNA, but without ever revealing sensitive personal information. That's the power of homomorphic encryption in forensic genomics. DNA analysis, especially using autosomal Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), is crucial for identifying unknown suspects. The catch? Our
In Siberia, mining workers found something amazing in the frozen ground by the Badyarikha River. It was a baby saber-toothed cat that lived over 37, 000 years ago! This little guy, about three weeks old, was in such good shape that scientists could study its body and fur. This is the first time ever
You've likely heard of Ranga Dias, the physicist from the University of Rochester who made waves with claims about superconductivity. Superconductivity is when electricity can flow without resistance, and high-temperature superconductors could revolutionize energy and technology. Dias, however, face
Scientists are rethinking their understanding of dark energy, the force believed to be expanding the universe at an accelerating pace. This mysterious force, thought to make up nearly 70% of the universe, has long baffled astronomers. A recent study by an international team of over 900 scientists hi
Ever wondered how tiny charged molecules like peptides can make a big difference? Scientists took a close look at how peptides with different charges—neutral (T0), negative (T8-), and positive (T9+)—affect α-amylase, an enzyme used in various industries. Using advanced techniques like protein electr
The Pentagon's UFO chief, Jon Kosloski, recently spoke to the Senate. He said his office, the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), hasn't found any solid proof of aliens. But they're still looking into some really strange objects. These aren't just birds, balloons, or drones. They're differe
Ever wondered how doctors measure how well your lungs absorb oxygen? Step back in time to the early 20th century, where a woman named Marie Krogh made a groundbreaking discovery. She introduced the single-breath technique to measure pulmonary diffusing capacity. This method, still used today, helps
