Plastic is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. But what happens when these tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, find their way into our bodies? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at samples from different organs of people who had passed away.
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has just made a big find. It has spotted its first new planet outside our solar system. This planet, named TWA 7b, is special. It is the lightest planet ever seen directly outside our solar system. It is about 100 times the mass of Earth. That is still very ligh
People have different ideas about aging. What does aging well mean to them? It's not the same for everyone. Some see it as staying active. Others think it's about being happy. Understanding these views is key. Why is this important? It helps us know how to support people as they age. Not everyone n
Scientists have made a big leap in medical imaging. They've found a way to use super-strong magnets to look inside the body like never before. These magnets, called 7 Tesla MRI machines, are like superheroes. They can take pictures of the insides of the body and also measure important stuff, like so
Cancer treatment is tricky. Doctors struggle with seeing deep into tissues. They also have trouble getting clear, real-time pictures of tumors as they change during treatment. Traditional imaging methods just don't cut it. They lack the detail and speed needed to track the dynamic tumor environm
Hip abductor tendon tears are a significant issue, especially among older women. These injuries can vary widely, from being an unexpected finding during imaging to a gradual, painless deterioration over time. Sometimes, they even happen as a result of hip replacement surgery. Doctors use X-rays and
Interstitial lung disease is a tricky and long-lasting lung condition. It is not just one disease, but a group of lung diseases that share similar symptoms. The main issue is the thickening and scarring of lung tissue. This scarring makes it hard for the lungs to work properly. It causes damage to t
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for most of Metro Detroit. This is not just any ordinary storm. It is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds. The main concern is the potential for damaging wind gusts. These gusts could reach speeds of 70 mph or more. Heavy rain is also expected. On a
The transmission electron microscope (TEM) is a powerful tool. It lets scientists see tiny details in materials. But sometimes, it's hard to spot certain types of damage. This is where a clever trick comes in. It's called low-frequency band-pass Fourier filtering. It helps to highlight damage that's
The skull has always been a key player in figuring out who someone was. It is used in investigations to determine three main things: whether the person was male or female, how tall they were, and how old they were when they died. Modern tech has made this process much more precise. Computed tomograp
