Phosphorescent materials that glow at room temperature, known as RTP materials, have been a hot topic in research. These materials can provide clear images of the body, fight tumors, and kill bacteria all thanks to their unique properties. They have a high signal-to-noise ratio and can produce a lot
In the sprawling universe of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, every Joestar has their own fan following. But one character who often gets overlooked is Jolyne Cujoh from Stone Ocean. She starts as a troubled teen, wrongly accused and locked up. Despite all odds, Jolyne grows into a powerful heroine. Her jo
Leprosy, caused by two bacteria - Mycobacterium leprae and M. lepromatosis - has been attacking humans for centuries. Even with medical advancements, it still impacts millions worldwide, often leading to nerve damage due to late detection and treatment. This suggests a need for ongoing research and
Imagine neatly dressed walkers wandering around a city where hovercars replace cars and skyscrapers touch the clouds. This was originally the plan for "The Walking Dead. " The creators, led by Robert Kirkman, initially brainstormed a story set in an advanced, futuristic world. Here, zombies would ca
Malaria is a big problem in Kenya. Money from different places, like international programs, is meant to help. But sometimes this money doesn't work well with what's already happening in the country. This can make it hard to give good healthcare and can hurt people's health. One big issue is that t
Imagine you're about to have a nose job and doctors find something they weren't looking for. This happened to one patient who had a small growth in their frontal sinus, which is above your eyes. This growth, known as an osteoma, is the most common type of bone tumor. It's important to catch these ea
Scientists decided to mix things up by adding 40 different types of bacteria to two kinds of mango juices. The bacteria they used was called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum. They watched as the juices changed over time. Most of the bacteria did well, but one type, LC25, didn't thrive. Two bacteria, SS
The Golden State Valkyries, a new team in the WNBA, are about to participate in the league's first expansion draft in a long time. This means the New York Liberty, along with other WNBA teams, had to choose six players they want to protect. These players can't be drafted by the Valkyries. The Liber
You might want to grab your heaviest coat this week, as a massive winter storm is hitting the US. Over 222 million people are already feeling the chill, and it’s about to get even colder. The icy blast from Canada is spreading across the central and eastern parts of the country. Some cities in the n
Recent trials have shown that tenecteplase, a simpler drug to use, might actually be better than alteplase for treating strokes. Doctors have seen better results with tenecteplase in the long run. Plus, it's easier to administer because you don't need special pumps or constant monitoring. This makes
