Have you ever heard of NGAL? It's a protein with a funny name. It actually modulates the activity of an enzyme called matrix metalloproteinase-9. This enzyme is crucial in making plaques unstable in atherosclerosis. This is another word for hardening of arteries. NGAL has been known for a good while
Let's dive back to a important date in history in 1990. On February 7, a big shift happened in Soviet Politics. Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev played a major part. Its was time to introduce a bunch of new policies. Then the Communist Party dropped their 70-year hold on political
Elder abuse victimization is a stark reality. But why does it happen to some people more than others? Well, it turns out that the roots might go all the way back to childhood. When we're young, certain negative experiences can alter our life paths. These are known as adverse childhood experiences (A
So, It just was not the simple start of a hobby for the category five runners. Thousands of disciplines from every corner of the globe are getting prepared to visit fifteen unique cities. This gathering isn't lacking everything, the areas all attract different people making this h
Wildfires have been raging across the United States and Canada, spewing smoke. This smoke has made air quality worse in some regions of the U. S. , particularly in the west. The Environmental Protection Agency has an 'Exceptional Events' rule, which allows states to ignore pollution monito
People with type 2 diabetes face a significant risk of heart troubles, such as heart attacks and strokes. Until recently, effective preventive measures have been few and far between. A promising new treatment called NAC, or N-acetylcysteine, has lately surfaced. This substance is actually a wel
First, let's talk about the big picture, energy consumption and financial technologies like Bitcoin are two things that are currently shaping how we think about sustainability. They are the key factors. Understanding the interactions between these two can help us see how new technologies affect i
Climate change is making extreme weather events like droughts and floods happen more often and with greater force. This is a big problem, especially in Africa. Africa is super vulnerable to these changes. It's also where a lot of the world's young children die. This is why scientists have been l
In Orlando, Florida, an exciting NFL game night unfolded, with the National Football Conference (NFC) team shining brightly. The NFC's Jared Goff, a QB from Detroit, delivered an impressive performance, with his passing skills being the focal point. Goff, who was supported by other notable players,
Friday and beyond are packed with exciting events. If you're a fan of live music, tickets to shows by Earth, Wind and Fire, Katy Perry, Bob Dylan, or Yacht Fest are up for grabs. But why stop there? The fun doesn't end with concerts. If you're into classic shows, there's a TV event to look forw
