You know that feeling when you try to stretch a plastic bag and it just tears apart? That's because of the polymers used in its making. One such polymer is gelatin, which is safe and natural but not very flexible. Scientists decided to mix gelatin with another polymer called curdlan to make it more
Imagine kicking off 2024 with a jaw-dropping $1. 15 billion from the Mega Millions jackpot! This massive prize has been rolling over since Christmas Eve, when no one snagged the estimated $1 billion. If someone wins on Friday, it'll be the fifth biggest jackpot in the game's history. "A lottery tic
As one of the busiest travel seasons in the US kicks off, severe weather has already caused a buzz with hundreds of flight cancellations. Texas and Louisiana witnessed tornado warnings on Thursday, leading the Federal Aviation Administration to halt operations at two airports. Texas Governor Greg Ab
Investigating wildlife trade crimes has become easier thanks to advancements in science and technology. One of the most promising methods is stable isotope analysis (SIA). This technique is proving to be a game-changer in identifying species, pinpointing where animals come from, and telling the diff
Violence, both at home and in public, is a real issue among those who rely on crack cocaine in Brazil. Researchers wanted to understand howusers of crack deal with domestic violence, how often they face public violence, and how being male or female affects these situations. They focused on whether t
Breast cancer is a major health concern for women worldwide, including those in Taiwan. Early detection is key, and imaging techniques like mammograms and ultrasounds play a big role. But, these methods alone aren't perfect. To make diagnosis better, scientists are combining these two methods. This
Antibiotics have long been heroes in the medical world, battling bacterial infections with ease. But lately, bacteria have started fighting back, leading to a global health concern called antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This means some antibiotics don't work as well as they used to, making it crucia
You might wonder why some breast cancer patients still undergo surgery after chemotherapy. The answer involves a specific group of patients with a particular cancer stage. These patients, whose cancer is classified as ypN1 after neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC), are in a bit of a gray area. Doctors ar
Ever wondered how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing medical exams around the world? Well, let's dive in! Large language models, or LLMs, are becoming a big deal in medical education. They can help students learn better and even take tests. But how well do they work in different countries? Tha
Imagine finding out your cancer treatment isn't covered by insurance. That's what happened to Tracy Pike. Diagnosed with Stage 4 stomach cancer, his doctor recommended a combination of surgery and intense chemotherapy. But the night before his first treatment, he got the bad news: insurance denied c
