Imagine a group of scientists trying to understand climate anxiety, but none of them use the same ruler. Weird, right? That's what's happening today. Scientists are measuring this worry in 12 different ways, with 119 symptoms spread across 57 categories. They don't match up well, and that makes unde
Imagine reliance on wood or charcoal for cooking is the norm. This is the reality for roughly 2. 4 billion people globally, with consequences including approximately 3. 2 million deaths annually due to illnesses linked to household air pollution. In Africa alone, this issue results in nearly 700, 00
Research in orthopedics often overlooks the impact of sex and gender, which can lead to biased results. Experts gathered to discuss why this happens. Some roadblocks include lack of awareness about the need to consider sex and gender, confusion over the right terminology and stats methods, and insuf
You might know that pharmacists are vital in clinics and wards, but did you know they could do even more in operating theatres? These experts deal with lots of medicines that are both risky and expensive. If pharmacists stepped in, they could make sure these medicines are used in the best way possib
Scientists have found a hidden superpower in a type of grass called Thinopyrum. This grass can help wheat plants tough it out against rust diseases, drought, and still keep their yields steady. The key is a special swap between two parts of the grass' DNA. This swap, called a chromosome translocatio
Soil temperature (ST) plays a crucial role in understanding environmental conditions and supporting crop growth. In a recent study, scientists used four machine learning methods to estimate daily ST at different depths (5 cm, 15 cm, and 30 cm) in Bathinda, India, between 2016 and 2019. The methods i
The Belt and Road strategy has boosted infrastructure in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's permafrost region. This means concrete there needs to be stronger and better at withstanding freezing temperatures. Researchers tested how concrete cured at different temperatures handles freezing and thawing cycles
Imagine tiny, self-organizing brain models grown from stem cells. These are brain organoids, one of the 21st century's biggest scientific advancements. They mimic the structure and function of human brains. But as they get more complex, they raise new legal questions. What if they become conscious o
2024 was a year full of surprises in the world of sports. Saudi Arabian money filled the pockets of top athletes, pushing their earnings to new heights. The Dallas Cowboys became the first sports team to hit a $10 billion valuation, showing the NFL's enduring dominance. Meanwhile, tennis legend Rafa
Boston’s business scene in 2024 was a mix of memorable moments, from peculiar advertising campaigns to unexpected art installations. Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll dressed as DunQueens for a St. Patrick’s Day event, and the Pats missed out on the Super Bowl, but Boston still sent a
