Biopharmaceuticals are on the rise, but they have a big problem—they tend to clump together quickly. Right now, we use surfactants like polysorbates and poloxamers to stop this from happening and make them last longer. However, these surfactants aren't very stable themselves. They change into many d
Did you know that something as simple as nutshells can help clean up our water? Scientists have found that biochar, made from burning plant material like nutshells, can greatly improve the power of permanganate to break down tough pollutants. By adding biochar to permanganate, the pollutant removal
Ever noticed how people turn to certain songs when they're feeling down? During stressful times like the COVID pandemic, many of us have our go-to "coping songs" that help us feel better. This is the first time researchers are trying to understand how these songs might be linked to our well-being go
Ever wondered how your wearable devices could become even better? Well, scientists have just figured out a way to make them stretchier, more durable, and even self-repairing! They've discovered a new kind of conductive material that's based on tiny silver wires known as Ag NWs. These Ag NWs are mixe
Billionaire Hussain Sajwani, whose company DAMAC Properties is a giant in the skyscraper-packed city of Dubai, has made a big announcement. He's putting $20 billion into building data centers in the United States. This news came straight from President-elect Donald Trump at a press conference. It se
In Eastern India, a significant number of people live with disabilities, and they often face health challenges that are not well met. This is partly because healthcare professionals might lack the right knowledge and understanding about disabilities. A recent study took a closer look at this issue i
Meet rimegepant, a new drug that blocks certain signals in your brain to stop migraines. It's been tested in labs and found to work, but what about in the real world? That's what the GAINER study set out to find. This study, happening in multiple places, looked at how well rimegepant works and how t
Immune-checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have emerged as a powerful tool in the fight against advanced squamous cell lung cancer (LUSC). These drugs offer a glimmer of hope for patients who haven't found success with other treatments. But it's not a one-size-fits-all solution—some patients don't respond
Have you ever heard of predatory journals? They're not your typical science magazines. These journals are like sneaky salespeople, tricking researchers into publishing their work. Why would anyone fall for that, you ask? Well, these journals look legit, but they don't do the important stuff like pee
Nikki Glaser, a 40-year-old comedian known for her bold humor, kicked off the 82nd Golden Globes in Los Angeles with a bang. She started her opening monologue by declaring the night as "Ozempic's biggest night, " a playful jab at the popular diabetes medication. Glaser, being the first woman to solo
