Scientists are delving into a unique way to improve organic semiconductors by slightly altering their molecular structure. They did this by adding ethynyl groups to a compound called dihydrodiazapentacene, creating new molecules named 2a and 2b. These molecules look similar to their original forms,
Indigenous people in Canada are a vibrant, growing community, with many living in urban and suburban areas. Due to higher fertility rates and younger ages, there's a significant focus on pregnancy among Indigenous youth. Yet, detailed perinatal research in British Columbia (BC) is still lacking, mak
Imagine you’re a healthcare worker—a nurse, maybe. You spend your days caring for others, but what about the experiences that shaped you as a child? That’s exactly what a new study looked into. Over ten years, researchers examined how past trauma, called Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and pos
In the nation's capital, veterinarians are on high alert for any strange sicknesses in animals. This is due to the presidential inauguration, which brings potential zoonotic threats into focus. Zoonotic diseases can spread from animals to humans, making them a concern for bioterrorism. The Virginia
Get ready for a wave of excitement! The Argentine-Brazil crime series, "Sumergidos, " is set to make its debut on A&E Latin America on January 27. The show, which combines surfing, drug trafficking, and politics, has already made a splash on Paramount Channel in Brazil and TV Publica in Argentina. E
The Buffalo Bills have secured their spot in the AFC Championship Game after a gripping 27-25 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. This win comes despite the Ravens' quarterback Lamar Jackson, a likely MVP winner, struggling with turnovers. Jackson threw two interceptions and fumbled the ball, leading
Presidential speeches can shape a nation's mood. But when President Trump used the phrase "American carnage" in his first inaugural speech, it was a stark contrast to the inspiring words of past leaders like Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln's speeches, such as his first and second inaugural addresses, empha
Earthworms have tiny buddies living in their excretory organs. Two of these are Verminephrobacter and Flexibacter-like bacteria. Almost all lumbricid earthworms host Verminephrobacter, which are passed from parent to offspring. These bacteria have been with their earthworm friends for a very long ti
Have you ever wondered about the intricate dance of numbers and shapes in mathematics? Well, let's dive into the world of hyperbolic diffeomorphisms, where things get pretty wild. Scientists have found that these mathematical beasts have a fascinating property called robust transitivity. This means
Imagine living with a virus that never goes away. That's what people with Chronic Active Epstein-Barr Virus (CAEBV) infection experience. This infection, though rare, is serious. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) sticks around, causing symptoms and even life-threatening problems. Doctors are still figuri
