ALS, or Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a tough disease that affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord. It's a challenge for scientists to understand the molecular pathways involved in ALS and other neurological diseases. In a recent study, researchers took a closer look at two types of
Scientists have been using a powerful new tool to fight cancer. Now, they are testing it on a different kind of battle: rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This therapy, called CAR-T cell treatment, gives immune cells superpowers to fight diseases. In RA, the body's defense system turns against itself, causi
Tropical Storm Chantal is making its way north, causing quite a stir along the southeastern U. S. coast. This storm, the third named one of the Atlantic season, is moving at a snail's pace, just 3 mph, with winds reaching up to 45 mph. It's currently about 105 miles southeast of Charleston, South Ca
Lynette Woodard, a trailblazer in basketball, is taking a stand. She's suing a company for using her name without permission. The company, Undrcrwn, sold expensive hoodies and sweatsuits with her name on them. Woodard claims she never gave them the right to do this. Woodard is a big deal in basketb
Climate change is making droughts worse, and India is feeling the heat. Past studies tried to predict droughts but had problems. They used models that weren't always accurate and focused on specific areas or future scenarios. This made it hard to plan effectively. A new approach called the Drought
Peter Sarsgaard, known for his roles in movies like "Dead Man Walking" and "Boys Don't Cry, " recently shared his thoughts on some big topics. He talked about why he thinks people should work together, his doubts about Elon Musk's plans to colonize Mars, and why he joined a protest against powerful
A tropical storm named Chantal has formed near the South Carolina coast, causing concern for residents and beachgoers. This storm, with winds reaching 40 mph, is moving slowly northward and is expected to strengthen before making landfall. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring its progress clo
Plants have a clever way of staying strong and flexible. They make something called polysaccharide-based primary cell walls. These walls are like a super-strong net that helps plants grow and protects them from harm. But how exactly do these walls work? Scientists are still figuring that out. The w
Microbes are everywhere, even in freezing places like glaciers. Some of these cold-loving microbes have special proteins called CryoRhodopsins, or CryoRs for short. These proteins are like tiny sensors that help the microbes detect ultraviolet (UV) light. What makes CryoRs unique is a special amino
Dairy cows are feeling the heat, and it's not just a one-day thing. New research shows that extreme heat can cut milk production by up to 10%, and the effects can last for more than 10 days. This isn't just a bad day at the farm; it's a long-term problem. Cows that are in their prime production sta
