Imagine farnesol, a sticky compound that loves water about as much as a cat loves baths. Scientists figured out how to mix it with other molecules (like β-cyclodextrin and hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin) to make it more friendly with water. They chose a cool method called freeze-drying to make these m
Geriatric syndromes, which are common health issues faced by older adults, often occur together in a complex web of conditions. Researchers are now taking a closer look at this network of health problems in physically disabled seniors. They want to understand how these issues connect and impact each
Hey, guess what? High Potential, that ABC show everyone’s talking about, just hit a new high. Recently, the episode “The RAMs” brought in a whopping 13. 19 million viewers! That’s not all – it also scored a sweet 2. 44 rating among adults aged 18-49. This isn't a one-time thing either; the show has
Ever wondered how tiny nanoparticles behave in our bodies? Scientists have been studying how proteins stick to these tiny particles, forming something called a "protein corona. " This corona changes how the nanoparticles behave and function in biological environments. In a recent study, researchers
Jeff King, a four-time Iditarod champ, lives in the shadow of North America's tallest peak, Denali. He and many Alaskans are upset that President Trump wants to change the mountain's name back to Mount McKinley. The peak's original name, Denali, is sacred to the Athabascan tribe. They've lived in th
Citrus plants face a tough enemy in the form of Huanglongbing (HLB), a severe disease caused by the bacteria Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas). These bacteria can manipulate plant immune responses, making infection management crucial. Scientists have been studying three specific bacteria prot
You might know that pain and anxiety often go hand in hand. Scientists have found that in mice, a protein called RAGE in the brain's anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) plays a big role in this combo deal. When mice feel chronic inflammatory pain (CIP), their astrocytes—star-shaped brain cells—get activ
When you're sick, figuring out if a virus or bacteria is the cause can be tricky. A new way to interpret test results from multi-pathogen PCR might help clear things up. But what's the deal with these tests? They can detect lots of different germs, which can sometimes make things more confusing. Is
In the Netherlands, HIV self-sampling and testing (HIVSS/ST) has become more accessible with the introduction of at-home tests around 2016. However, little data exists on how users experience this method. A recent study aimed to understand the characteristics and experiences of people using HIVSS/ST
Parenthood can change a young person's life in many ways. In a study of 40 young men and 40 young women in Latin American prisons, researchers found that becoming a parent can either lead to a life away from crime or pull someone deeper into it. For some, having a child made them want to slow down a
