Imagine you have multiple sclerosis (MS) and you're trying to learn a new physical task. A recent study looked into how three simple factors—autonomy, positive expectations, and focus on external cues—could help people with MS perform better and learn faster. Researchers divided 30 MS patients into
The African Children's Choir is gearing up to delight audiences across the United States and Canada with their beautiful voices and inspirational performances. On January 31, 2023, they'll be in a city near you, sharing their talent and story. This event is more than just a concert; it's a powerful
Scientists have been diving into the connection between religion and the brain, and they're finding some interesting links. It turns out that spiritual experiences might depend on how different parts of the brain talk to each other. Key players in this brain network are the default mode network (DMN
In 2010, Romania's Ministry of National Defense developed a special service called the Military Emergency Medical Service (SMMU). Its main goal? To save the lives of military personnel during operations using specially equipped MEDEVAC aircraft. But what about the rest of the population? That's wher
Things are getting tense between Ireland and Israel. On Sunday, Israel announced it would shut down its embassy in Ireland. This move is due to what Israel calls “extreme anti-Israel policies” from Ireland. Ireland had previously said it would recognize a Palestinian state and is now supporting a ca
Multiple myeloma (MM) is a tricky disease to diagnose and track with imaging. One of the best tools doctors have is FDG PET/CT, but it's not always easy to read the results. The bone marrow can show all sorts of patterns, making it hard for doctors to agree on what they see. This can make it tough t
Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred introduced a groundbreaking dungeon called the Dark Citadel, which is designed to be a challenging multiplayer experience. To enter this dungeon, you need at least one friend or stranger from the game's party finder. The game's director, Brent Gibson, confirmed that the du
Imagine a plant that can make exact copies of itself through seeds. This is called apomixis, and it's a fascinating way some plants reproduce. Scientists have been looking into this because it could revolutionize agriculture by locking in desirable traits quickly. However, they've faced challenges i
Ever wondered how our brain's white matter stays intact? In multiple sclerosis (MS), two proteins, Tyro3 and Gas6, are key players in maintaining this crucial tissue. These proteins are part of the Gas6/TAM system, which includes Tyro3, Axl, and Mer receptors. While animals have shown these proteins
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a puzzle where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own nerves. We know that certain genes and outside factors kickstart this process, but the full picture remains blurry. While we've identified harmful T cells, the role of B cells – the antibody producers – is
