Ever wondered how our belief in a fair world could shape our actions? A study found that people who think others get what they deserve are less likely to commit everyday crimes. Why? Because they feel guilty about it! The more you believe in a fair world, the more you might feel bad about doing some
Copper is a double-edged sword for plants like rapeseed. It's essential for growth, but too much can be toxic. Scientists have been trying to understand how rapeseed deals with copper, but there's still a lot we don't know. One interesting find is a protein called Brassica napus cell number regulato
Creating lifelike tissue structures for medical purposes is a big challenge. Scientists are trying out new methods like using self-healing fluids to help in this process. One interesting way is using gellan gum to form little gel balls, called granular gels. These are made by stirring during gel for
In today's hospitals, digital tools are everywhere. But not everyone feels ready to use them. Doctors, nurses, and even students often say they don't have enough time to learn these new digital tools. This can make it tough for them to start using these tools in their daily work. Imagine starting a
Antonio Brown is known for his jokes, even if they sometimes get him into trouble. On November 26, the former NFL star and social media influencer took a jab at Kim Kardashian. While many celebrities support Kardashian's interest in law, Brown chose to mock her with a classic meme from the movie "Bi
Did you know that humans are pretty good at making decisions in complex situations? We don't always aim for the best solution; sometimes, we just look for something good enough, especially when we're short on time or resources. This is called satisficing. Robots, on the other hand, often struggle wi
Ever wondered how the price of an option can be predicted using waves? Meet the Ivancevic Option Pricing Model, a different take from the classic Black-Scholes model. This model uses complex equations, called adaptive nonlinear Schrödinger equations, to describe waves influenced by stock prices over
Imagine if we could predict how drugs might harm our nerves before they're even tested on people? That's what a new study is doing with a special system that mimics our body's tiny environments. Scientists used human nerve cells, grown from stem cells, and put them in a tiny structure called a micro
Ever wondered what's the best way to catch bees for research? Well, scientists compared different traps to see which ones capture the most bee diversity. They found that blue pan traps are kings at catching bees, especially a group called Halictidae. These blue traps also brought in the widest range
Have you ever thought about how pets like dogs and cats can help us understand and treat human diseases? These furry friends are actually becoming important models in translational medicine. Unlike lab animals like mice and rats, pets naturally get diseases similar to humans, such as diabetes, cance
