Trinity Rodman, a young soccer star, had a moment of realization. She saw how much players in the NBA and NFL make, and it shocked her. It's not that she's not grateful for what she earns, but it made her think. Why do other sports pay so much more? It's not just about men's soccer making more money
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare, but we must tackle challenges to ensure it benefits everyone. One way to do this is by using Embedded Ethics. This approach combines ethics and social sciences in AI development. It helps address issues like bias, lack of transparency, and mis
Imagine this: you're in your later years, living in China, and your spouse becomes disabled. How does this affect your work life? A recent study found out some surprising facts. Researchers looked at data from 2011 to 2020 from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study. They used a clever m
Have you ever wondered why some people get heart disease while others don't? Scientists are diving into the world of genetics to find out. Heart and related metabolic diseases are big problems worldwide. They're caused by a mix of how you live, your genes, and certain chemical signs in your body. Re
On a busy shopping day at the Citadel Outlets in Commerce, California, a mother and daughter found themselves in the middle of a chaotic scene. They had driven around for a while before finding a parking spot. As they tried to park, they honked their horn to alert another car to close their door. Th
Imagine going for a casual shopping trip and ending up in the middle of a violent fight. That's exactly what happened to Patricia Cupa and her daughter, Natalie Martinez, at the Citadel Outlets in Commerce, California. They were just trying to return a sweater when a parking spot drama turned ugly.
Ever heard of disulfide bonds? They're super important in biochemistry, making proteins do their jobs. Usually, making them needs oxygen, chemicals, or special catalysts. But scientists found something cool: water droplets can do it all by themselves! No extra stuff needed, just water and room tempe
Bipolar disorder patients face a high risk of suicide attempts. Alongside personal and regional factors, environmental influences may also play a role. One such factor is sunlight, which affects humans in various ways. Solar insolation, the sun's energy hitting Earth's surface, can vary greatly over
Have you ever considered the tiny iron particles hiding in your water? These microscopic invaders can harm our bodies and damage the pipes that transport water. Fortunately, scientists have found a clever way to capture these iron ions using two materials called polydopamine (PDA) and polymethyl met
Ever thought of your brain as a bustling city with tiny garbage trucks inside? These are actually macroautophagy, the process our brain cells use to clean themselves. It's crucial for keeping our brains in tip-top shape. But drugs like cocaine, meth, opiates, or alcohol can give it a run for its mon
