In Benin, kids' educational luck often depends on their gender and birth order, especially in homes with less-educated parents. A study found that 70% of the differences in education levels among siblings stem from these factors. However, in families where parents have college degrees, these effects
Gestational diabetes, or GDM, is a big deal for moms and babies. With lots of people moving around the world, migrant women from Africa living in Sweden face a clash of cultures. This study looked at how these women's beliefs about health, illness, and healthcare change over time, especially during
Finding hidden clues in mixed DNA stains can be crucial for solving mysteries involving multiple people. Scientists have been using special markers to spot minor contributors in these messy mixtures. In a recent experiment, researchers picked 18 of these markers, called DIP-InDel, and combined them
Ever wondered why some people find learning math so tough? It's not just about the formulas or equations. It's about understanding how complex math really is. Scientists have spent time studying how complexities in math education are understood and taught. They look at it as a way of knowing (episte
Ever thought about the hidden threats to our favorite citrus fruits? Meet citrus melanose, a sneaky fungal disease caused by members of the Diaporthe genus. The main culprit here is Diaporthe citri, a fungus that makes citrus fruits and leaves look ugly with black spots and rough skin. Scientists ha
Did you know that divorce can leave a mark on kids' personalities? Scientists have been studying this, focusing on kids between 9 and 12. They used a test called the MPACI to see if kids from divorced families showed different personality traits. The results? Kids with divorced parents did show some
The 2024 presidential election has ended with Donald Trump winning over Vice President Kamala Harris. Social media platforms were flooded with reactions from celebrities. Christina Applegate expressed her disappointment, urging followers who voted against women's and disability rights to unfollow he
Pinky Cole, a successful vegan food entrepreneur, woke up feeling drained after the presidential election results. She had built her business from scratch in just a few years, but today, she felt emotionally exhausted. "I'm sad, " she shared with ESSENCE. This election, she said, affected her differ
In Benin, a study looked at how gender, birth order, and natural skills affect how much education kids in the same family get. They used two methods: a simple approach and a detailed model of how families divide their resources for education. The researchers found that in families where parents did
Have you ever stopped to wonder why some students find math easy, while others struggle? This is where complexity in math education research comes in. It's like trying to understand a big puzzle with many pieces. Some pieces might seem simple, but put them all together, and you've got a complex chal
