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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

A New Hope for Tough-to-Treat Leukemia

In the world of medical research, a new player has emerged that could change the game for people with a tough type of blood cancer called acute myeloid leukemia (AML). This cancer is notorious for being resistant to many treatments, especially in cases with complex genetic issues like MECOM rearrang

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Dec 01 2025SCIENCE

Small but Mighty: Peptide Mimics Taking on Big Enzyme Jobs

Enzymes called oxidoreductases are like tiny workers in cells. They help with important jobs like making energy and breaking down food. But they have some problems. They can be expensive, not very stable, and don't work well in tough conditions. So, scientists are looking for alternatives. They are

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Nov 23 2025SCIENCE

Yeast Superheroes: Cleaning Water and Making Power

Scientists have cooked up a clever way to tackle a nasty pollutant called formaldehyde. This stuff is everywhere, from factories to dirty water, and it's not great for our health. The trick? They've given yeast cells a superpower boost. First, they tweaked the yeast to produce more of an enzyme tha

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Nov 22 2025FINANCE

Cathie Wood's Big Moves: Tech, Crypto, and Biotech in Focus

Cathie Wood's ARK Invest made some bold moves on November 20, shaking up its portfolio with new investments and trimming some existing ones. The spotlight was on Nvidia, a major player in the chip industry, after its impressive third-quarter performance. ARK Invest snapped up 93, 374 shares of Nvidi

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Nov 15 2025SCIENCE

Cold-Loving Enzyme: A Breakthrough in Food and Laundry Industries

Scientists have discovered a special enzyme from a cold-loving bacterium called Colwellia hornerae. This enzyme, named Chprotease, can break down proteins efficiently in cold temperatures. It weighs about 53. 3 kDa and works best at 20°C, making it perfect for chilly environments. This enzyme is qu

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Nov 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

How to Grow Seaweed for Cows' Health

The seaweed Asparagopsis taxiformis is a game-changer for reducing methane emissions from cows. It's packed with bromoform, which helps cut down on the gas cows release. But there's a catch: we need more of this seaweed to make a real difference. To get more seaweed, scientists are studying how to

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Nov 11 2025SCIENCE

Smart Food Testing: The Power of Tiny Mn3O4 Helpers

In the world of food safety, tiny particles called Mn3O4 nanozymes are making a big impact. These tiny helpers can spot harmful substances like chloramphenicol in food quickly and easily. What makes them special is how they are made and used right away. This saves time, energy, and reduces waste. Un

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Oct 27 2025HEALTH

A New Hope for Kids with a Rare Heart Condition

A big step has been taken in the fight against a serious heart condition in kids. A company is testing a new stem cell treatment called laromestrocel. This treatment is being studied to help children with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), a rare and severe heart defect. The good news is that t

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Oct 24 2025HEALTH

A New Hope in Fighting Solid Tumors: CDR404 Shows Promise

CDR404, a new type of cancer treatment, is making waves in the medical world. This treatment is designed to target specific cancer cells and activate the body's immune system to fight them. Recent studies have shown that CDR404 can trigger a strong immune response in patients with certain types of c

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Oct 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Tech: Turning Old Solar Panels into Treasure

Solar panels are a big deal for clean energy, but what happens when they get old? That's where tiny helpers called microbes come in. These little guys can actually help us pull out valuable stuff like copper and aluminum from old solar panels. It's called bioleaching, and it's a fancy way of saying

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