You've probably heard about the COVID-19 pandemic, right? Well, it's not just about the virus; it's also about how people understand and react to it. In the northern region of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, false information, or fake news, caused trouble. Health groups tried their best to share accurate de
This year, NASCAR fans are in for a treat. The racing world is gearing up for the new season with exciting news from NASCAR Studios and FOX Sports Films. They've teamed up to bring us two documentaries: "The Madhouse" and "So Damn Close: Atlanta '24". These shows are set to hit the small screen befo
You know Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx from the big Netflix action movie, Back in Action. But did you know they starred in a sports classic way back in 1999? This movie, called Any Given Sunday, is a must-watch, especially if you're not totally thrilled with their new action flick. Any Given Sunday i
People with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) often know they should change their habits to improve their health. But why don't they always follow through? To find out, researchers used the Health Belief Model and talked to patients about what holds them back. MAFLD patie
Have you ever wondered how contact lenses work? Well, someone who has been crucial in figuring that out is Professor Eric Papas. He's one of the top experts in the world when it comes to researching and developing contact lenses. Imagine trying to put a tiny lens on your eye that needs to be comfort
Nicholas Carr, a renowned tech critic, has been warning about the downsides of technology for years. In his latest book, "Superbloom: How Technologies of Connection Tear Us Apart, " he dives into the paradox of communication. While we once believed more communication would bring us closer, Carr argu
Have you ever wondered how groundwater quality changes in areas where both overuse and reduced usage occur? In Hengshui City, North China, scientists have been exploring this very question. They've used special methods to study how groundwater chemistry evolves over time and space, especially in are
Ever wondered how you could sneak large molecules into cells? Well, scientists have found a clever trick using tiny droplets called peptide-based coacervates. These droplets form when two different large molecules, usually with opposite charges, come together and stick to each other. They're like ti
You've probably heard about tiny nanoparticles being used to fight bacteria. But what happens when these nanoparticles, like zinc oxide (ZnO) and titanium dioxide (TiO₂), end up in our rivers and lakes? Scientists wanted to find out how they might affect rainbow trout. They exposed the fish to these
Ever wondered how tiny nanoparticles behave in our bodies? Scientists have been studying how proteins stick to these tiny particles, forming something called a "protein corona. " This corona changes how the nanoparticles behave and function in biological environments. In a recent study, researchers
