TB is still a big problem in the Western Pacific. The World Health Organization (WHO) made a plan to fight it, called the Western Pacific Regional Framework to End TB. This plan is part of bigger global health goals, like the End TB Strategy and the Sustainable Development Goals. The plan has some
Imagine a tiny molecule that can stop cancer in its tracks. That's what scientists are hoping for with thienopyrimidine. This special ring-shaped molecule is like a key that can unlock cancer cells' defenses. It does this by targeting something called protein kinases. These are like the bosses of ca
Dairy farms in Wales are facing a significant challenge with antimicrobial resistance (AMR). To tackle this issue, it's crucial to understand what drives the use of antimicrobials (AMs) in these farms. A recent study delved into this by examining 21 dairy herds across Wales. The study collected a ma
Imagine tiny particles that can split water into hydrogen and oxygen just by absorbing light. That's what scientists are trying to do with something called photocatalysts. These are special materials that use sunlight to drive chemical reactions. One such material is a mix of Cadmium Sulfide (CdS) a
Electric substations are the backbone of our power systems. They face many dangers like heat, noise, and even animal waste. These dangers can cause problems like cable failures, circuit breaker issues, and melted conductors. When these issues happen, the substation's reliability drops, and power los
Biosimilars have changed the game in medicine. They've made a big impact in areas like cancer treatment, rheumatology, and immunology. They're like generic drugs, but for biologics. These are complex medicines made from living organisms. The big deal with biosimilars is that they can cut healthcare
South Africa has long grappled with the legacy of apartheid, and land reform remains a hot-button issue. The Expropriation Act, passed last year, aims to address the stark imbalance in land ownership. White landowners control a whopping 72% of agricultural land, while black South Africans, who make
Ralph Yarl, a young Black honor student, was shot by an 86-year-old man, Andrew Lester, in 2023. It all happened because Yarl accidentally rang the wrong doorbell. Yarl, now a freshman at Texas A&M, was just trying to pick up his twin siblings. Lester, on the other hand, was convinced he was defendi
Imagine trying to find the best way to organize a massive party where everyone knows each other, but no one wants to be in the same group as their friends. This is similar to the maximum independent set problem in graphs, a big challenge in optimization. Scientists have been exploring a new way to
First-year college women face a high risk of sexual assault. Resident assistants (RAs) in dorms can help connect victims with support services. A study looked at why some women might not tell RAs about their experiences. The study asked 374 first-year college women about their experiences and thoug
