Mali strives to improve food security by boosting agriculture and water management, and diversifying income sources. While climate-smart farming shows promise, issues like scarce resources, market access, and political turmoil remain. Add to that gender disparities and dependency on foreign aid, and
Imagine you're a seasoned weightlifter, wondering if ramping up your training volume can help you bulk up or improve your strength. A study took a look at this exact question, splitting 55 men into groups that either kept their existing workout volume or increased it by 30% or 60%. Over eight weeks,
Cancer is a major health issue worldwide, and breast cancer, in particular, is a significant concern. Despite advancements in treatment and prevention, it remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of breast cancer.
Deep in the microscopic world, a tiny organism named KARE_P3, a gram-positive microbe, has been discovered to hold a big secret. This microbe, found living inside plants, can break down tough epoxy resin materials. When scientists studied it, they found that it produces special molecules called seco
Eric Trump jetted off to the United Arab Emirates to speak at a cryptocurrency conference. He excitedly shared that his family, including his father, the U. S. president-elect, intends to champion cryptocurrencies. This is a stark contrast to the initial promise made four years ago to keep business
Imagine trying to understand how a building grows. It’s tricky without seeing the scaffold change and move. Similarly, scientists have been puzzled by how mammal hair follicles develop because they couldn’t clearly observe the basement membrane (BM)—the structure that supports and shapes the follicl
In December 2024, the spotlight turned on Canada's anesthesia field. This special issue didn't shy away from tough topics. It tackled human resource challenges head-on, highlighting the struggles professionals face daily. But it wasn't all doom and gloom. The issue also celebrated the giants of the
Imagine you're designing a hospital. You want it to be good for patients and staff, right? But also, you want it to be kind to the environment. How do you balance both? A recent study found that by looking at past research, we can see where these two goals overlap. Scientists checked through lots o
Obsidian Entertainment, the brains behind Avowed, has a cool idea for their game. They want players to have fun in any way they choose! Berto Ritger, their Environment Region Designer, revealed that players can start most quests in multiple ways. Forget following quest markers like a robot; you can
Ever thought about how ants and plants hang out together? It's all about mutual benefit. Some plants make sweet treats called extrafloral nectaries (EFNs) for ants. In return, ants guard the plants against hungry critters. But what happens when it gets hot? A study in Brazil's Caatinga dry forest fo
