Why do we worry about infectious diseases in young people? After all, kids are pretty resilient. First, lets talk about what these kids know. They've heard about germs, and they understand that they can get sick. But the knowledge is basic and somewhat vague they know germs are out there, b
Machines have an opinion on most things. Who hasn't wondered: Are robots better at giving advice than humans? We have friends and family we trust but would you go to a robot for advice? The idea of asking a machine for advice might seem weird. It sounds strange but they can give some good advice.
In the world, coffee isn't just a tasty drink. Everyone knows that coffee beans and seeds are the star of the show. But consider what is so commonly thrown away: the peel. True, these coffee peels may seem like just unwanted scraps, there are treasures hidden within. Various important compounds are
In the exciting world of nanotechnology, tiny protein bubbles, or nanovesicles, are making waves. These tiny guys are different from traditional liposomes, which are often used in medicines. They are built from proteins and peptides and are less likely to trigger an immune response and show better r
Diabetes can mess with your brain big time. It can cause a lot of oxidative stress, which is like a nasty fight in your brain cells. This fight can lead to brain cells dying off. Scientists have found that two special parts of mulberry leaves, chlorogenic acid (CGA) and neochlorogenic acid (NCGA),
To get this started, imagine the spine and hips as a living bridge during a squat. This is the critical thinking angle we will be looking at. Your hips and back muscles are the essential workers maintaining the balance, supporting the structure during a lift. The fear of hurting ones back d
Let's dive into the fascinating world of the brain and explore what happens when someone experiences post-stroke depression, or PSD for short. Imagine a stroke as a sudden, unexpected storm that disrupts the brain's landscape. This storm can lead to PSD, a condition that affects many people who hav
Have you ever thought about the tiny world living inside a bee's gut? Not bacteria in general, the theory of a particular family of bacteria, Gilliamella. When a bee's diet changes, these bacteria need to adapt to the new landscape of their environment. This isn't easy. As diet fluctuates, their env
In gestational implantation, endometrium stromal cells are the real VIPs. These cells need to be receptive and ready, especially for human conception. Something called SHP2, a protein, is highly present in these decidualized cells. Its role here? Making the cells that line the uterus receptive to im
Pep Guardiola had a lot to say after his team Manchester City lost 5-1 to Arsenal. He was very disappointed in how his team handled the game. The team played well for a bit but then lost control. Guardiola was particularly frustrated with how his team let the lead slip away. "I'm not happy about
