Proteases are enzymes that break down proteins. In plants, some proteases are found in the chloroplasts, specifically in the thylakoid lumen. One family of these proteases is called Deg. Deg1, Deg5, and Deg8 are three members of this family that have been studied quite a bit. They are thought to hel
A Senate panel has sent Linda McMahon's nomination for Education secretary to the full Senate for a vote. This move comes despite concerns about President Trump's past remarks about shutting down the Education Department. McMahon, who co-founded and led the WWE with her husband Vince, is known for
Two big trials are underway to test a new drug called oral semaglutide. These trials, known as Evoke and Evoke+, are in their third phase and are looking at how safe and effective this drug is for people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Why is this important? Well, Alzheimer's is a t
In the Veneto Region of Italy, a study was conducted to understand the impact of PFAS exposure on calcium levels in the body. PFASs are a group of chemicals that have raised concerns due to their ability to accumulate in the environment and potentially interfere with bone metabolism, especially from
Lung cancer is a tricky disease, and one type, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), can be even trickier. Why? Because it can have different mutations, and these mutations can affect how well treatments work. Two of these mutations are called KRAS G12C and KRAS G12D. They are not the same and can beh
Scientists are diving into a fascinating question: Do animals have feelings and consciousness? This isn't just about pets or farm animals. It's about creatures from bugs to whales. Researchers are using experiments and observations to figure this out. Imagine a lab where scientists study ho
Canada has been making waves internationally with its feminist approach to global policy. This approach includes a focus on sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). But how exactly does Canada promote these ideas on a global scale? Let's dive in. F
Jeff Bezos, the billionaire behind Amazon, has sparked a buzz among fans by asking who should be the next James Bond. This isn't just any casual question; it's a big deal because Amazon now has creative control over the iconic spy series. Bezos took to social media to ask fans who they'd like to see
In the United States, one in six people grapples with substance use disorder (SUD). Nursing schools might not be doing enough to prepare future nurses for this reality. Why is that? Well, there's a big problem called stigma. It's a harsh judgment that can make people feel ashamed or discriminated ag
Hospital pharmacists play a vital role in keeping patients safe from harmful drug reactions. But what exactly do they do? They help prevent and reduce the chances of a prescribing cascade. This is where a new medicine is given to fix a problem caused by a previous medicine. The issue is that the
