Did you know that plants make special chemicals called terpenoids to help them survive tough conditions? Gardenia, famous for its sweet smell, is full of these volatile terpenoids. Scientists recently figured out how Gardenia makes its unique scent. They found six key enzymes called terpene synthase
Have you ever wondered how much kids move around as they grow older? A recent project, called TUBON, decided to find out. They looked at how much time kids spend sitting around, doing light activities, and running or playing hard. They also checked if being active or not makes a difference in kids'
Breast cancer is a global health concern, with a high survival rate in the US, at 91% over five years. Despite this, many survivors face mental health challenges like depression and anxiety due to the stress and uncertainty that comes with survivorship. Over 40% of survivors grapple with these issue
Scientists are always looking for ways to make solar cells better, especially for buildings. Current ultra-narrow bandgap solar cells have issues like high energy levels and poor performance. One team has come up with a new idea: use benzothiazole-fused cyanoindone (BTC) as a key part of the solar c
Ever wondered how to make grapevines tougher against disease? Scientists have found a clever way using something called CRISPR/Cas9. By editing two genes, MLO6-7 and NPR3, they've made grapevines more resistant to powdery and downy mildew. The best part? These edited plants can lose the extra gene b
San Francisco 49ers coach Chris Foerster and his wife Michelle shared a long journey together. They had been married for nearly four decades and raised three children: Kathleen, Jake, and Micah. Michelle wasn't just a supportive wife; she was also a dedicated nurse, caring mother, and community pill
Scientists have come up with a clever method to compare how yeast cells stick together on a large scale with how strongly individual molecules hold on. They used yeast surface display to show off their molecular catch, like a tiny, living display board. By spinning a glass covered in sticky stuff ar
Imagine being a soldier in the modern world. It's not just about physical strength anymore; mental resilience is key. NATO, along with five of its countries, has decided to take this seriously right from the start. Gone are the days of quick chats after missions. Now, soldiers are getting the right
Ever thought about what it takes to design an electric car? Tesla's technical design report offers a peek behind the scenes. Instead of bragging about their cool cars, they dive straight into the details, just like you'd explain a big project to your teacher. The report starts with what Tesla hopes
In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden has granted a sweeping pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, for any federal crimes he may have committed over the past ten years. This decision was announced just as Hunter was awaiting sentencing. The president cited selective prosecution due to Hunte
