Did you know that recognizing members of your own species is a big deal for animals? Scientists have studied this process a lot, but they're still trying to figure out how the brain makes it happen. Recent findings point to a specific area in the thalamus, a part of the brain, that acts like a hub f
Did you know that some circular RNAs can control the actions of cell-like trophoblasts? One such RNA is hsa_circ_0069443. It’s been discovered that when this RNA is absent or less active, it can lead to a early loss of pregnancy. Why is this? Well, trophoblast cells, which are crucial for embryo gro
It's no secret that the next four years will bring significant changes to America. HuffPost is committed to delivering unbiased journalism, and they're now offering an ad-free experience to contributors who support their mission. But let's focus on something else: the recent news of rapper DJ Unk's
Ever heard of a fungal infection called paracoccidioidomycosis, or PCM? It's a big deal in Latin America, especially Brazil. You might ask, what does this have to do with blood vessels? Scientists have been puzzled about a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor, or VEGF, and its role in P
The new boss of ESA's science programs is asking for a teeny increase in the budget at their upcoming meeting. She says this little bit of extra cash will help fund future missions, like exploring Saturn's icy moon Enceladus. ESA's member countries gave more money for science at the last meeting, bu
When it comes to knee replacements, there's been a lot of talk about whether personalized ones work better than the standard off-the-shelf kind. Doctors set out to compare the two, focusing on how well patients moved and functioned after surgery. They used a special score called the Forgotten Joint
The COVID-19 pandemic, stretching over three years, has rocked the world. It's brought about significant changes across medicine, society, politics, and finance. One major challenge has been the virus's ability to mutate and evade our immune systems. The search is on for a stable target to develop v
Imagine you're sitting in a high-stakes meeting with key players from various U. S. government branches. The President has just dropped a memo on the table, reviving an old policy known as the Mexico City Policy. This policy, now back in action, means that U. S. funds won't support international gro
Ever felt a sense of peace after drinking tea? That could be thanks to L-theanine. This little-known amino acid, naturally found in tea, has been making headlines. Some people say it helps them relax and think better. But is there science to back this up? Your body can quickly absorb L-theanine, an
Imagine a school that's both online and Catholic, serving students across Oklahoma. That's what's at the heart of a big legal battle heading to the Supreme Court. The school, St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, wants to use public money. But does that break the rule about keeping church
