Mitochondria are the powerhouses of cells, and they are always changing shape. Why they do this has been a mystery. Scientists looked at yeast cells growing in different foods. They found that the shape of mitochondria and their activity do not go hand in hand. Cells can have different mitochondrial
Chronic diseases are a huge problem worldwide. They cause most deaths globally. This is a big deal. Many people are looking for ways to manage these diseases better. One possible solution is large language models, or LLMs. These are advanced AI systems. They could change how we handle chronic diseas
Familiar hypercholesterolemia, or FH, is a condition that leads to high levels of LDL cholesterol. This increases the risk of heart disease at a young age. To tackle this, doctors often prescribe statins, a type of medication that lowers cholesterol. These drugs are usually given early on, even in c
Tracking the ups and downs of bipolar disorder is a tough job for mental health teams. Speech is a window into a person's mind. It reveals their feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This is why speech patterns are so important when checking in on someone with bipolar disorder. A recent study exp
Plants are clever. They have developed special ways to handle sulfur and phosphorus. These are big deals for plants. They help with growth, development, and dealing with stress. Plants take in sulfur and phosphorus through their roots. They grab these nutrients in specific forms: sulfate for sulfur
Solar cells made from crystalline silicon (c-Si) are facing some tough problems. The main issue is with the hole transport layer (HTL). The usual molybdenum oxide (MoO x ) contacts have problems with oxidation at the interface and aren't great at blocking electrons. This is where self-assembled mo
Feline hearts can get thick. This is a condition known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. It is a common issue in cats. It affects how their hearts work. A recent study looked at a new way to check how well a cat's heart is pumping. This method is called tissue motion annular displacement or TMAD. It i
The world is waking up to the idea of buying refurbished goods. This is not just about saving money. It is about saving the planet. Buying second-hand can cut down on waste and help the environment. But, there are things that make people hesitate. What are these things? Let us dive in. People w
Cancer research is getting a boost from a clever use of technology. Six university hospitals in Bavaria have joined forces. They have created a shared IT system. This system is designed to handle and analyze large amounts of health data. The goal is to gain a better understanding of cancer and how t
People have a knack for picking out their own voice in a crowd. This is because our voice is a big part of who we are. It's always with us, and it's how we talk to ourselves and others. But why is our voice so special to us? Is it because it sounds like us? Or is it because we made it? These questio
