Instant noodles are loved globally, but not much is known about how their production methods affect their nutritional value. A recent study looked into this. They found that boiling instant noodles, compared to steaming, leaves some starch inside ungelatinized or partially cooked. This creates a spo
Scientists have created a special film on copper surfaces that mimics sharkskin, giving it superpowers. This film, made through a process called chemical etching and formate passivation, protects the copper in several ways. First, it makes copper resistant to corrosion. When tested in seawater for 7
Fast & Furious 11 is the series finale, so it's too late to correct one of its biggest character blunders – Roman Pearce's personality shift. The Fast & Furious franchise is known for its thrilling car stunts and family-centric storylines. However, after seven films, Roman Pearce has lost his tough-
As the sun rose on Wednesday, chilly air filled homes that had lost power in the capital area. DEMCO initially reported about 2, 600 customers without electricity in Livingston Parish. By mid-morning, the number dropped to zero. Entergy reported a similar situation in Ascension and East Baton Rouge
Understanding when bacteria first emerged on Earth is a big puzzle, mainly because bacteria fossils are rare. Scientists have found a new way to solve this puzzle by looking at ancient partnerships between bacteria and other life forms. They used genes found in mitochondria–the tiny powerhouses insi
Ever wondered how marine bacteria talk to algae? Chemical communication between these tiny ocean dwellers influences their populations and affects crucial ocean processes. A recent discovery sheds light on this hidden language. Scientists were studying the bacterium Roseovarius tolerans, which lives
Imagine tiny, Y-shaped sensors that are almost too small to see. These microscopic guardians work day and night to ensure our food is safe. They glow when everything is okay, but if dangerous bacteria like Fusobacterium nucleatum or Salmonella pullorum appear, they start to dim. Inside these little
In an unexpected move, the Trump administration has hit the pause button on many health agency communications. This includes messages from big names like the CDC and the FDA. The command came down in a memo from the acting Secretary of Health and Human Services. Until at least the end of January, re
Have you ever wondered how common and serious the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is among adults living in the UK? Surprisingly, we don't know much about this virus in adults because doctors don't usually test for it. This lack of information makes it hard to know if we need a vaccination program
Imagine you're at war with tiny invaders. Your body's immune cells, like soldiers, need to know where to strike. One key soldier here is a protein called Granzyme B (GzmB). It plays a huge role in fighting off bacterial infections by causing bacteria to self-destruct. Scientists have created a sort
