Some bugs can tell us a lot about pollutants in water. It does not matter if they are metals like zinc or tough to break down plastic derived insecticides like methomyl, or "forever" chemicals like PFOA; these chemicals can mess with how freshwater amphipods like gammarus fossarum eat Norma
Ever wondered if those cops or detectives on shows can remember everything from a crime scene because they thought it happened in a video? Well, some studies pushed the idea that people on a screen may not be as accurate as they could be because we've grown up on video game prayers. Researchers wa
For the Holocaust survivors who had been through hell and back, the October 2023 terror attacks in southern Israel brought back old ghosts. The mental toll on these survivors was the focus of a global study. It was a chilling reminder that the scars of the past are not always visible. These survivo
Imagine you are tiny and you're just learning how to breathe. This is the world that Kurt was interested in, in the field of lung biology. He worked strenuously in this area. Kurt Albertine stepped away from managing a research journal called The Anatomical Record in January 2021. But his impact ec
Imagine you are tackling an illness that requires you to take steroids. These steroids are strong fighters against inflammation, but they can also cause problems. Metformin, a well-known diabetes medication, might just be the superhero we need to protect us from these side effects. Typically, it is
In a distressing flying accident in March 2025, 53-year-old flight attendant Ian Epstein fell victim to a collision near Washington, D. C. It is going to take time to recover, but 28 bodies are already found. Each one of them is a person's loved ones. Initially, Ian Epstein, in his mid 50's and work
Imagine a virus, it's so common that most people have no idea. This is the Epstein-Barr virus. It is called the ""miscast"", because it can cause the "sickies" , or no problems at all. Some people unfortunately get unlucky, by the virus triggers the production of proteins. These proteins a
Ever heard of something called patellar tendinopathy? It's a fancy name for an injury in the knee, which is pretty common. Coping with a knee injury like patellar tendinopathy can be a real pain! Patients will go looking for handy information to get themselves better faster. Imagine this
Sports might seem like a physical thing, but your brain is totally involved. College athletes in China showed that friendly connections and a sense of belonging straight-up improve mental well-being. This isn't just about being on a top team; it's about feeling accepted and supported. It makes total
How often does everyday activity change as you get older? One study decided to dive in to see if anything could explain the differences between men and women. Exercise in older adults varies, like how some might enjoy a morning walk while others prefer snoozing in the sun. Turns out, that this is s
