Ever thought about volcanoes under the sea? One of these, off Oregon's coast, is about to erupt. Scientists say it might happen by the end of 2025. This volcano, named Axial Seamount, is the most active in the Northeast Pacific. It's been quiet since 2015, but now it's swelling again. This could me
Imagine you're a university student in Beirut, Lebanon. You might be surprised to learn that your diet could impact your risk of cancer later in life. A recent study found that many students don't know enough about how food affects cancer prevention. This isn't just about Beirut—Lebanon faces a heav
Imagine tiny particles smaller than the width of a human hair made from iron and a plant called Parietaria alsinifolia. These aren't just any particles—these are nanoparticles, and they're being made in a way that's kind to the environment. Scientists used extracts from Parietaria alsinifolia to cre
Melanoma survivors often rely on personalized healthcare plans, known as survivorship care plans (SCPs), to navigate their treatment journey. However, these plans are not always as helpful as they could be. Why? Perhaps because they haven't been designed with the real users in mind. Imagine a care p
Ever wondered how viruses like Nipah manage to invade our cells? It all comes down to their proteins, particularly the fusion protein, NiV-F. This protein is crucial for the virus to fuse with our cell membranes, allowing it to enter and replicate. Nipah virus, like other paramyxoviruses, uses two
Cancer treatment is getting smarter by using several methods at once. One exciting tool is graphene-based nanomaterials (GBNs). These tiny powerhouses can do three amazing things: deliver drugs, fix faulty genes, and cook cancer cells with heat. That's multitasking at its best! Graphene, graphene o
You might be surprised to hear this, but Volcano Bay, a popular water park at Universal Orlando Resort, is taking a break. Why? The weather isn't cooperating. On January 2nd and 3rd, the park will be closed due to chilly temperatures. It's not the first time this has happened. During the fall, the p
Imagine using tiny, harmless algae to fight tough bacteria and clean up polluted water. Scientists are exploring this idea by making tiny silver particles, called nano-particles, using algae. These particles can kill tough, drug-resistant bacteria and help break down harmful dyes in wastewater. One
Have you ever wondered what happens when two powerful natural substances, curcumin and papain, are packed into tiny nanoparticles for healing wounds? Let’s dive into a fascinating comparison. Scientists created two types of nanoparticles: chitosan with curcumin (CS/Cur) and chitosan with papain (CS/
Imagine you're battling advanced malignant melanoma or non-small cell lung cancer. Doctors might use immune checkpoint inhibitors, like those targeting PD-1, to help your body fight the disease. But here’s the thing: only about 20-40% of patients actually see real benefits. So, scientists set out to
