Ever pondered how your diet might influence your genes? Well, recent findings dived into that exact question! Scientists checked out how amino acids—particularly branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and aromatic amino acids (AAAs)—might boss around the leptin and FTO genes in people's fat tissue. This
Get ready! Blue Origin, the company owned by Jeff Bezos, is gearing up to launch its massive New Glenn rocket—which stands at 320 feet tall—into space for the very first time! This rocket has been in development for almost a decade and could shake things up in the commercial space industry and in th
In response to Donald Trump's upcoming presidency, several major tech companies like Meta and Amazon are rethinking their diversity initiatives. They're not alone; other corporations across the U. S. are making similar moves. Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, recently informed its
Did you know that astrocytes, often seen as the support crew in the brain, have a surprising role in neuronal injury? In Uruguay, research on these glial cells has a long history, dating back almost to the birth of the Uruguayan Society for Neuroscience. Astrocytes, traditionally known for their sup
In a recent development, Meta has taken a step back from its diversity and inclusion initiatives. The company has informed its employees that they are no longer required to interview candidates from underrepresented backgrounds or prioritize diverse suppliers. This move marks a significant shift in
Episodic Ataxia Type 1 (EA1) is a rare genetic disorder caused by mutations in the KCNA1 gene, which controls the voltage-gated potassium channel Kv1. 1. This channel helps regulate electrical signals in the brain. Traditional Native American medicine uses conifer extracts to treat conditions relate
Have you ever thought about how Pluto got its giant moon, Charon? Scientists now believe that Pluto and Charon were once two separate objects that collided and briefly stuck together. This isn't like how Earth's moon was formed from a giant impact. Pluto and Charon are more like ice and rocks, so th
Imagine this: planes swooping over California's wildfires, dropping a bright pink liquid in a matter of seconds. This fire retardant has long been hailed as a key weapon against these blazes. But hold on a second – is it really safe? New research is painting a different picture. These retardants, u
You might think that Mercury is just our little neighbor. But it's not so simple. This small planet is brutal. It's so close to the Sun that it experiences extreme temperatures, from super hot to freezing cold. Plus, it's heavily beaten by solar radiation. So, imagine our excitement when the Europea
In just a few days, Samsung's new Galaxy S25 series will be officially launched. But why wait? Today, leaks have spilled the beans on these highly anticipated phones. Over 70 new images and detailed specs have surfaced, giving us a sneak peek into what to expect from the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ul
