Peptides are short chains of amino acids. They are the building blocks of proteins. They have been created to help deliver tiny molecules called small interfering RNAs (siRNAs). These siRNAs can turn off specific genes. The peptides help protect the siRNAs from breaking down and help them get insi
There is a significant gap in understanding the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals in medical education. This is a problem. It is important to know how these students feel about their schools. Why? Because it affects their learning and their future careers. It is not enough to just assume that e
Investors are betting big on the future of space travel. A company focused on space transportation just secured a massive $300 million investment. This funding round, known as a Series C, was led by a new player, Linse Capital, with support from DFJ Growth and several returning investors. The com
In the United States, many adults of childbearing age are facing infertility. This issue has led to a significant number of people considering in vitro fertilization, or IVF, as a solution. However, the cost of IVF is a major concern for many. The cost of IVF can be extremely high, often reaching t
The role of vaccines in public health has always been a hot topic, but it's not new. In the late 1800s, a Bengali prophet-astrologer wrote essays about the plague vaccine during a major outbreak in Calcutta. This prophet-astrologer had a lot to say about the plague vaccine. At first, he was not a
June is shaping up to be a crucial month for politics. Three major races are heating up, and each has its own unique twists and turns. Let`s dive in. First up, New Jersey. The Garden State is set to pick its gubernatorial candidates on June 10. The Republican side seems pretty clear. Jack Ciattarel
The Witcher 4 is on the horizon, and fans got a taste of what's to come during a recent Unreal livestream. The demo shown was a tech showcase, not the final game. It ran smoothly at 60 frames per second on a standard PS5, giving a glimpse into the potential performance of the upcoming title. The de
Food choices matter, especially when it comes to brain health. A large study involving nearly 93, 000 adults in the U. S. showed that eating a MIND diet can lower the risk of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The MIND diet is a mix of the Mediterranean and DASH diets, focusing on leafy greens, berr
Social media is a huge part of our daily lives. It shapes how we see the world and the people in it. But when it comes to dementia, social media can sometimes spread false ideas and stereotypes. This is a big problem because it affects how we treat and support people with dementia. The month of Sept
The internet has become a big part of daily life for many older adults. But does it help prevent dementia? This is a question that has been asked a lot. The answer isn't simple. It turns out that the impact of internet use on dementia risk varies from person to person. This was discovered through a
