The detailed study of microbes and their growth is vital for understanding their behavior and improving related projects. For many years, scientists used different methods to monitor these growth curves. However, it wasn't always easy or accurate. Two big problems were low automation and inefficien
Some bugs can tell us a lot about pollutants in water. It does not matter if they are metals like zinc or tough to break down plastic derived insecticides like methomyl, or "forever" chemicals like PFOA; these chemicals can mess with how freshwater amphipods like gammarus fossarum eat Norma
A small marine creature, the mysid (Americamysis bahia), is used to test the long-term harm of pesticides. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the US requires these tests for pesticide registration. The current testing guidelines, which were last updated in 1996, have some issues. With the
Holly Jennings, a detective from bestselling novels, is about to make a big move to the screen. The five books in the Holly Jennings series are set to be turned into movies and TV shows. The first book to be adapted is "Blood and Roses, " a thrilling tale set in the high-stakes world of horse rac
Pete Davidson has definitely got his eye on the prize with the once-staid Staten Island ferry now lovingly named Titanic 2. Pete Davidson's been chattering about these plans a lot lately, and it sounds like this ferry is about to get a complete makeover, and not just any makeover. Davidson made it c
Youngster Jordan Seaton is enjoying the high life with a playboy attitude and a luxury car, but his true challenges are on the field. The University of Colorado buffaloes' offensive tackle has some key things to prove. A 19 year old college student, Seaton is a big deal in the football sce
The mystery of dementia in China is a growing puzzle. Many people in the world live in China. As this country ages, dementia is becoming a big issue. It's not just about getting older. There are other factors, too. Historical events and genes play a part. So do cultural and lifestyle concerns. The C
Can you imagine a tool to change a recipe? This tool would make food more interesting or help our health? Cooking is a common hobby for many people. Food brings joy to so many people. It is central to many cultures. Not everyone can enjoy every dish. Many people have certain diets. Food alle
North Idaho College is finally seeing a surge in students, a complete turnaround from the last decade. For years, NIC was losing students. Enrollment dropped every year and the numbers were not looking good, but this year enrollment was up by 15% from the previous year with over 4, 590 students en
Students at an adult education center in Sweden faced a terrifying ordeal on a recent Tuesday afternoon. First, it was a normal day at Campus Risbergska on the outskirts of Orebro, a city known for its historical charm, located 125 miles west of the bustling capital, Stockholm. But suddenl
