You might know Alexis Ohanian as the co-founder of Reddit or the husband of tennis superstar Serena Williams. But did you know he’s a big fan of women’s sports? So much so that he’s putting his money where his mouth is. Ohanian just donated a whopping $3. 1 million to the University of Virginia (UVA
Do you know that Tourette Syndrome (TS) might be linked to changes in a specific part of the brain called the basal ganglia? Scientists have been trying to figure this out for a while now. The problem is, there aren't many studies on this, and the ones that exist often don't agree with each other. T
Did you know that tethered cord syndrome (TCS) isn't always about urologic symptoms? There are patients out there who have a normal-looking conus medullaris and filum terminale on an MRI, but still, doctors suspect they might have TCS. This research dives into the outcomes of surgical treatments for
Pain after surgery can be really tough. Opioids, often used for this, have serious side effects and can even be deadly. So, there's a big need for safer, non-opioid treatments. Researchers found that a product made from human amniotic membrane, called Clarix Flo, can reduce this pain in mice without
Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has crumbled after decades of brutal rule and a long civil war. The rebels, led by Abu Mohammad al-Julani, have taken control of Damascus. But who are these rebels? Al-Julani has ties to radical Islamic groups and is now preaching "diversity. " Is this a good thing
Every December, you’ll see twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and maybe even a nativity scene in town squares. For many years, these scenes were common, but some people think they shouldn’t be allowed in public places. The U. S. has a long history of religious displays during the holidays. However,
Introducing new genes and species into ecosystems can be a game-changer for conservation. It's like adding new players to a team—they can bring fresh skills and boost performance, but they might also disrupt the team's dynamics. Both synthetic biology and conservation introductions have their pros a
Gifting celebrity style just got easier with Amazon’s expansive holiday collection. From skincare to jewelry, these are the gifts stars love. Bethenny Frankel swears by Elemis’ rose-scented balm for a luxe touch. For lips, Gigi Hadid and Alicia Keys rave about Lanolips’ balm. For cozy mornings, Opra
In the Wadden Sea, tiny critters are making a big difference. These worms and small animals, known as benthic infauna, mix up sediment in a process called bioturbation. This mixing matters because it connects the seafloor with the water above, helping nutrients move around. But what happens when the
Scavenging, where animals consume body tissue after death, happens indoors too. It might not sound like a big deal, but for forensic experts, it complicates their job. Dogs, especially, can mess up evidence by scattering or destroying body parts. This makes it hard for forensic pathologists and vete
