Imagine tiny particles that can split water into hydrogen and oxygen just by absorbing light. That's what scientists are trying to do with something called photocatalysts. These are special materials that use sunlight to drive chemical reactions. One such material is a mix of Cadmium Sulfide (CdS) a
Hip fractures are a serious issue, especially among older adults. A recent study in Beijing, China, looked into how the amount of sunshine affects the number of emergency visits for hip fractures. The study found that both short and long durations of sunshine can increase the risk of these fractures
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a sneaky condition that doesn't just cause joint pain. It also puts people at a higher risk of breaking bones. This was discovered by a big study that looked at data from 29 different groups of people from all over the world. The study found that both men and women with
Making drugs that are packed into tiny lipid bubbles, called liposomes, is a big deal in medicine. Usually, this process needs a lot of heat, which costs a lot of energy and time. Plus, it can mess up the drugs and the bubbles. But, what if there's a way to do it without all that heat? Scie
Imagine a world where medical research is as diverse as the people it serves. That's the goal of a unique program designed to boost the number of physician-scientists from backgrounds that are often left out of the mix. These underrepresented groups face real hurdles when trying to enter the field.
China's rapid economic growth has led to some incredible infrastructure projects. The country is home to half of the world's longest bridges. This is due to the massive number of people moving to cities and the booming industry of electric vehicles and other automobiles. China also operates some of
Imagine a puzzle where some pieces are missing, and others don't quite fit. That's a bit like AUTS2-related syndrome. It's a condition that affects how a person grows and learns. Kids with this syndrome often face delays in development, autism spectrum disorder, and intellectual disability.
Scientists have been looking into how tiny molecules called tetracarboxylic acid (H4IMD) behave when they are left to their own devices. These molecules have a special part called an imidazole group. When two of these molecules get together, they form a bond through something called N-H···O hydrogen
Food scientists have discovered a fascinating way to improve how we deliver nutrients and compounds into our bodies. They've been exploring how sound waves and certain chemicals can work together to create stable and effective delivery systems. This isn't about enzymes or heat, but rather a process
Copper and iodine can form tiny, cube-shaped structures called cubane-type metal clusters. These tiny cubes can change shape when exposed to light. This is not new, but scientists have struggled to capture these changes in real-time. Recently, researchers used a technique called time-resolved X-ray
