The female genital tract (FGT) is a complex and varied environment. This complexity makes it challenging to develop HIV medications that can effectively prevent the virus. The FGT is home to a diverse range of hormones and microbes. These factors can influence how well HIV prevention drugs, like PrE
In the hot and humid climate of the tropics, keeping horses healthy can be a challenge. This is especially true when it comes to dealing with nasty little worms called gastrointestinal nematodes. These parasites can cause big problems for horses, but a recent study showed that a smart approach can h
The rental market in the U. S. is heating up, and it's not just because of the weather. Despite a record number of new apartments being built last year, finding a place to rent is becoming even more challenging. This is a surprising twist, considering that nearly 600, 000 new multifamily units were
A tense Q&A session took place during a screening of a new documentary about the late cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The event highlighted the significant changes in the film's direction and content from the original plan. Hutchins, a Ukraine-born cinematographer, has been overshadowed by the ongo
The world of knee injury research isn't always as straightforward as it seems. When it comes to studies on the anterolateral ligament (ALL) and lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) for treating anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, there's a sneaky issue called spin. Spin is when researchers
Skateboarders and gaming fans, get ready to shred some virtual ramps! Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and 4 are making a comeback, and it's not just a simple re-release. These classic games are getting a complete overhaul, packed with new tricks, fresh faces, and a killer soundtrack that blends old favorit
Volleyball players are the kings and queens of the court when it comes to jumping power. A recent study compared the jumping abilities of professional female volleyball, basketball, and handball players. Ninety-four athletes took part in the study, with forty-one volleyball players, twenty basketb
Everyone has biases, but what happens when those biases turn into actions? This is a question that researchers have been trying to answer. They discovered that people who hold strong white supremacist beliefs are more likely to act on their biases when hiring. This means that they are more likely
In the world of blood disorders, there's a big player called JAK2. This gene can change in a way that causes problems in blood cells. This change is called a mutation, and it's a big deal in a group of diseases known as myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). These diseases mess with how blood cells
Girls have two X chromosomes, and this can make them more likely to get autoimmune diseases. These are conditions where the body's immune system attacks itself. Scientists are finding out that the X chromosome plays a big role in this. First, let's talk about something called X Chromosome I
