Ever wondered how to make grapevines tougher against disease? Scientists have found a clever way using something called CRISPR/Cas9. By editing two genes, MLO6-7 and NPR3, they've made grapevines more resistant to powdery and downy mildew. The best part? These edited plants can lose the extra gene b
You know how rice is often grown on farms? Well, it faces a lot of tough conditions, like drought and too much salt. These problems can really hurt crop production. Scientists have found that a special gene in rice, called OsHKT1;5, can help plants deal with these bad conditions better. When this ge
You might think of breast cancer as just one disease, but it's actually a mix of different conditions. Each type is influenced by a web of genes. Scientists have already found some vital genes, like BRCA1 and BRCA2. These have a big impact on who gets breast cancer. But there are also 19 other genes
Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman, has drawn criticism for her views on Russia. Ivo Daalder, a former U. S. ambassador to NATO, called her a "dangerous" choice for director of national intelligence due to her supportive views on Russia. In a 2017 memo, Gabbard reportedly blamed U. S.
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Cervical cancer, the most common gynecological cancer worldwide, is on the rise. Researchers are finding that certain viruses, like human papillomavirus (HPV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), and others, might be playing a part in this cancer's development. It's crucial to understand how these viruses int
Ever wondered how your gender could influence how you follow doctor's orders after a heart procedure? Let's dive into a fascinating study on just that. Researchers checked up on people who went through a procedure called PCI, aimed at improving blood flow. Over time, they noticed that being a man or
It looks like Qualcomm is teaming up with TSMC for their upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and Gen 3 chips. TSMC is leading the game in semiconductors, leaving others like Samsung behind. This means Qualcomm might not have any other choice but to stick with TSMC. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 is expe
Have you ever wondered about needing to show your ID just to use a public restroom? Some folks believe this could be a way to keep transgender women out of women's restrooms. But who would be doing these checks, and would they be fair? Plus, what about men who might feel uneasy? This idea could crea
Allergies have become quite common these days. Doctors think this is because of a mix of our genes, how we live, and what's in our environment. One important way to treat allergies is called Allergen-Specific Immunotherapy, or AIT for short. This method can actually change how your body deals with a
