In the heart of Punjab, a silent crisis is unfolding. Groundwater, a lifeline for millions, is under threat from nitrate and fluoride pollution. This issue is particularly severe in the southwestern part of the state, where surface water is scarce. The Mansa district has become a hotspot for this pr
Electromagnetic waves can heat milk quickly and evenly. This is important for pasteurization. This process keeps milk safe while preserving its nutrients and taste. A recent study looked at how silver and zinc oxide nanoparticles in milk behave under these waves. The study used special plates that c
In Japan, not all older adults needing long-term care are the same. This is a big deal because it means that one size does not fit all. It is important to recognize that older adults needing long-term care have different physical and mental abilities. These differences can be quite significant.
A recent issue has popped up in the world of baby food. A company based in Miami has pulled over 25, 000 containers of a specific baby food from the shelves. The product in question is Target's Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree. The concern? These tubs might have too muc
Iowa is a major player in the agriculture industry. More than 85% of the state is dedicated to farming. This makes it a prime spot to study how farming affects local waterways. A recent study looked at small, shallow streams across the state. It focused on pollutants that are becoming a global issue
Oral cancer is a serious issue, and one type, oral squamous cell carcinoma, is quite common. For those who have had surgery and radiation, there is a treatment option called anti-PD1 therapy. This therapy uses the body's immune system to fight cancer. However, not everyone responds well to this trea
Plants need nutrients to grow, but what happens when these nutrients come from sewage sludge? Spring barley, a common cereal crop, was studied to see how it absorbs copper and zinc from soil mixed with digested sewage sludge. The focus was on the zone near the plant's roots and how these metals be
The latest word on former President Trump's health has been made public. The report, issued by the White House physician, Capt. Sean Barbabella, gives a detailed look at Trump's physical and mental state following his annual check-up. This examination took place at the Walter Reed National Militar
Microplastics are tiny bits of plastic that are causing big problems in our rivers and streams. These tiny pieces come from various sources, and one major way they end up in water is through stormwater runoff. This is the water that flows over the ground during rainstorms, picking up pollutants alon
Groundwater pollution can strike suddenly, and finding the source quickly is crucial. A new method combines two algorithms to tackle this problem. This mix of tools can pinpoint where pollution started, how much was released, and when it happened. The first tool, called EnKF, narrows down the searc
