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Nov 16 2024SCIENCE

Predicting Spread: The PIV Model for Pathogen Tracking

Tracking how fast organisms travel and spread, especially when it comes to health-threatening pathogens like the West Nile virus, can be tricky. The models we currently rely on often fall short. For example, the popular Brownian trajectory model doesn't even use the idea of instantaneous speed. To f

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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Ghosts Season 4: Trevor's Big Break in Finance and Love

In the latest installment of the hit series "Ghosts, " the spirits at Woodstone Mansion are up to their old antics. This time, Alberta lends a helping hand to Sam, helping her conquer her stage fright. Meanwhile, Trevor and Sasappis are trying their luck with the ladies from a local theater group. T

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Spinal Cord Glioblastomas: Unraveling Their Rarity and Aggressiveness

Primary spinal cord glioblastomas (GBMs) are unusual types of tumors that have unique traits compared to other spinal cord tumors and brain GBMs. Even though they aren't common, their rapid growth and tough treatment outcomes make them important to understand. This study looks into the medical and p

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

How AI is Boosting Surgery Decisions for Drug-Resistant Epilepsy

Imagine trying to solve a complex puzzle without all the pieces. That's what doctors often face when treating epilepsy patients who don't respond to medications. But technology is coming to the rescue. Researchers have created a special type of AI, a customized GPT model, to help doctors make more a

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

What Kids with Epilepsy Face: Public Perception and Knowledge

Epilepsy in kids raises lots of questions and concerns. So, let's take a look at how the public views childhood epilepsy and how understanding health info (health literacy) might influence those views. Besides, we'll chat about how things like age, education, and gender can play a part too. Health

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Boosting Mental Health in Epilepsy with Teamwork: A New Approach

More often than not, people living with epilepsy also struggle with anxiety and depression. These mental health issues can seriously impact their quality of life, but they often get overlooked because access to mental health specialists is limited. A unique strategy called "collaborative care" has s

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Nov 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Dancing Stars' Episode 500: Semifinals Revealed & Instant Dance Challenge

In episode 500 of Dancing With the Stars, the show not only celebrated a significant milestone but also introduced an exciting challenge called the Instant Dance. Each couple performed a routine and then, just moments later, danced to styles and songs they only just learned. This remarkable feat was

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

A Fungus Fighting Cancer: Cordycepin's Secret

Ever heard of a caterpillar fungus? It's a weird little organism that takes over caterpillars. Turns out, it might help fight cancer! Scientists at the University of Nottingham, UK, have found a special compound in this fungus, called cordycepin, that could stop cancer cells from dividing out of con

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Nov 08 2024EDUCATION

What's the Big Deal with Complexity in Math Learning?

Ever wondered why some people find learning math so tough? It's not just about the formulas or equations. It's about understanding how complex math really is. Scientists have spent time studying how complexities in math education are understood and taught. They look at it as a way of knowing (episte

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Nov 07 2024HEALTH

Daytime Sleepiness: A Warning Sign for Brain Health?

Feeling sleepy during the day? It might be more than just tiredness, especially if you're older. A new study found that people who feel exhausted and lack enthusiasm have a higher risk of developing something called motoric cognitive risk syndrome (MCR). This syndrome links to a slow walking speed a

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