Lubricants are super important in space tech. They keep things moving smoothly. But how do they act when gravity changes? That's what this study looked into. Scientists used fancy computer models to see how different gravity levels affect a common space lube called PAO. They found some cool stuff.
Outdoor sheds are handy for extra storage, but not everything belongs there. Extreme temperatures can harm many items. Food, for instance, spoils faster in fluctuating heat and cold. Paper boxes of pasta or crackers can attract pests. Clothes and fabrics are also risky. They can mold or get infested
Brides-to-be are facing a tough choice these days. The cost of wedding dresses is going up. Why? Because of tariffs on dresses made in China. Most wedding dresses sold in the U. S. come from China. So, when the U. S. government put a big tax on these dresses, the price went up. This is causing a lo
In parts of Africa, many people with HIV are on a treatment plan that includes dolutegravir. But what happens when this treatment isn't working well enough? Some patients still have a high viral load, even after getting extra help to stick to their treatment. This is a big problem because it means t
Rabies is a deadly virus that mostly spreads through dog bites. But sometimes, even small scratches or bat bites can cause infection. Scientists are still figuring out how this happens. A recent study looked at skin cells called keratinocytes. These cells are in the outer layer of skin. The study f
In Shenzhen, China, a recent study shed light on the state of HPV infections and vaccinations among women aged 30 to 64. The findings revealed that about 14. 2% of the women in this age group were infected with HPV, with HPV52 being the most common strain. This study also highlighted some surprising
Memory is a tricky thing. It's not just about storing information but also about making it stronger. One way this happens is through a process called memory reconsolidation. This is where memories get a boost, especially when we sleep. But what if we try to strengthen memories while we're awake? Doe
People who inject drugs often face big hurdles when thinking about quitting. A recent study looked at what makes someone ready to change their drug use habits. Researchers talked to 472 people in Los Angeles and Denver between 2021 and 2022. They found that people were at different stages of readine
In Italy, a big question is being asked about a new treatment for babies born with a rare condition called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This condition affects the nerves that control muscles, making it hard for babies to move, breathe, and even swallow. The treatment in question is called onasemno
In care homes, many women get urinary tract infections (UTIs). A recent study looked at how these infections are treated. It checked out the antibiotics given to women in long-term care homes. The study wanted to see if one type of antibiotic, fluoroquinolones (FQs), caused more problems than other
