More and more people with congenital heart disease (CHD) are getting active and might find themselves exercising at high altitudes. But how does this affect their bodies? This review looks into how short trips to high altitudes impact the heart and lungs of people with CHD during workouts. High alt
While Los Angeles is burning due to wildfires fueled by dry weather and wind, President-elect Donald Trump isn't showing sympathy. Instead, he's taking aim at Governor Gavin Newsom on his Truth Social platform, reigniting an old feud about California's water policies. Trump criticized Newsom for sup
Imagine trying to fight a bad guy (like cancer) but not having enough soldiers (immune cells) to help. That’s where interferon gamma (IFNγ) comes in. This tiny protein wakes up immune cells so they can fight invaders or even cancer cells. Scientists wanted to make a super vaccine for colon cancer, s
Have you ever thought about what kind of animals live beneath the surface of Australia? One amazing creature that calls this vast land home is the marsupial mole. Scientists from the University of Melbourne recently dug into the secrets of this peculiar animal by examining an old specimen from a mus
Winter is here in North Texas, and with it comes the chance of power outages due to freezing temperatures and ice storms. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has some tips to help you stay safe and warm if the power goes out. First, try to keep the heat inside your home. Close the curtains a
Imagine a future where AI runs the show. According to a 2025 report, 77% of bosses think trust is key to making this happen. As AI adoption speeds up, 69% of executives see it as a chance to reinvent their tech systems. This AI revolution will shake up tech development, customer experiences, and eve
This year, IT spending is projected to reach a whopping $5. 74 trillion worldwide, with a significant chunk dedicated to generative AI (Gen AI). While this technology can speed up research, it also comes with risks that James Fleming, CIO at the Francis Crick Institute, is keenly aware of. Fleming b
Trees, with their extensive lifespans, accumulate genetic changes in their trunks and branches as they grow over centuries. This happens because the stem cells in the shoot apical meristem, which are responsible for growth, gather mutations independently. These mutations can alter the genetic makeup
Ever wondered how plants regrow their roots after damage? Scientists peeked at Arabidopsis roots, a common lab plant, using a special microscope that can take fast pictures over time. They found something interesting: when roots are hurt and start growing back, their cells divide differently than in
After Donald Trump's big win in November, Virginia held its first elections. Democrats did well, keeping their slim lead in the state Senate (21-19) and House of Delegates (51-49). This could slow down the governor, Glenn Youngkin's, conservative plans, as he'll need support from both parties. In L
