You might think that countries in Central America, like Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, have it tough when it comes to making the most of Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI). Money is tight, resources are limited, and there's corruption and violence to deal with, not to mentio
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) aim to boost health equity for communities that have faced discrimination. But do their policies truly fight racism? Often, they don't. This can lead to policies that unintentionally promote racism. To tackle this, we used a method called Critical Anti-Raci
Scientists wanted to understand how water shortages impact pepper plant growth. They ran experiments with different water levels (ranging from 45 to 85%) and exposure times (2 to 8 days). They tracked how quickly plants developed, how much they were affected by light and heat (TEP), and the total gr
You might think setting the price for COVID-19 vaccines is simple. But it's not. The World Health Organization (WHO) wants these vaccines to be like a global public good – available and affordable to everyone. That's a tall order, especially with two big players, Pfizer and Moderna, in the U. S. mar
In today's world, digital transformation is a hot topic, with governments everywhere pushing businesses to adopt these changes. But it's not all smooth sailing—there are uncertainties and companies might be missing out on some key factors. One such factor is official visits. To understand how these
A tiny fungus called Claroideoglomus etunicatum is creating quite a buzz in the world of plants and insects. This fungus lives symbiotically with wheat, which means it helps the plant grow and deal with stress, like lack of water. Researchers wanted to see what happens when this fungus teams up with
You know, the old saying "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" usually focuses on physical health. But did you know breakfast can also impact mental health? A study found a surprising connection between breakfast consumption and suicidal thoughts and actions. Yep, you heard it right! It
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a factory or an office? The folks at the American Journal of Industrial Medicine have been diving deep into this question for their 2024 review. It's not just about counting the number of workers or the machines they use. No, they're looking at the nit
President-elect Donald Trump has expressed strong opposition to President Joe Biden's decision to commute the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates. Trump criticized the move, arguing that it disrespects the victims' families and ignores the severity of the crimes. He promised to push for capita
Health data is super important for research and making patient care better, but it's also very complex. To use it well, we need to understand the paths patients take through healthcare services. This involves how data is collected, stored, and then looked at. In the UK, neuroscience centers are tryi
