Stress disorders after rape are quite common. The body's stress response system, known as the HPA axis, plays a big role in how people cope with trauma. A specific gene, FKBP5, helps regulate this system. A recent study looked into how childhood trauma and this gene might affect PTSD symptoms over t
Pathological angiogenesis is a major player in ischemic retinal diseases. These diseases are a leading cause of blindness globally. The process involves the growth of new, abnormal blood vessels. This happens due to changes in how genes are expressed in response to shifts in metabolism within endoth
The Asian corn borer is a serious threat to corn crops in Asia. This pest has a knack for developing resistance to genetically modified crops. These crops produce insecticidal proteins from a bacterium called Bacillus thuringiensis, or Bt for short. To stay ahead of these pests, scientists need to u
The central complex (CX) is a crucial part of the insect brain. It handles important tasks like navigation and activity control. To understand how it works, it is essential to know which cells are involved and what chemicals they use to communicate. This is where neuropeptides come in. They are like
Rice is a staple food for many people around the world. But, it faces a big problem. Cadmium and arsenic in the soil can harm rice plants. These harmful substances can get into the rice roots and make the plant sick. This is a serious issue because rice is a major source of food for many. So, findin
Rice plants have a secret weapon to fight off pests. It is a protein called OsPHT4;4. This protein is part of a bigger family known as phosphate transporters. Their main job is to move nutrients around the plant. However, OsPHT4;4 has a special trick up its sleeve. It can also move certain chemicals
In the world of viruses, canine coronavirus (CCoV) might not grab headlines like its human counterparts. However, it's a serious issue for dogs, causing nasty symptoms like severe stomach problems, diarrhea, and vomiting. This virus isn't new, but its presence in Yulin, a city in southern China, is
The US attorney general recently avoided answering a question about the legality of Donald Trump's suggestion to send US citizens to El Salvador. This idea was brought up during a meeting with El Salvador's president, Nayib Bukele. Trump mentioned that criminals who commit serious crimes, like assau
Google has introduced a new feature for its Gemini Advanced subscribers. They can now use Veo 2, an AI model that turns text into short videos. This tool is designed to create high-quality clips with a cinematic feel. Subscribers can access Veo 2 through a dropdown menu on both web and mobile platfo
People have a knack for picking out their own voice in a crowd. This is because our voice is a big part of who we are. It's always with us, and it's how we talk to ourselves and others. But why is our voice so special to us? Is it because it sounds like us? Or is it because we made it? These questio
