Bats play a vital role in keeping pests under control, especially in areas with lots of agriculture. But figuring out how to include bat management in conservation plans is tough. The way a landscape looks can greatly influence where bats live, how many different types there are, and how well they d
Red mud, a waste product from alumina production, is highly alkaline and poses significant environmental risks when disposed of in large quantities. The problem lies in its high alkali content, which can cause harm to ecosystems. The study dives into the makeup and properties of these alkaline compo
Ever thought about what it's like to work in a place where you can be yourself and share your ideas without fear? That's what organizations strive for with something called Perception of Psychological Safety (PPS). The problem is, there aren't many ways to accurately measure it. So, researchers took
Non-tuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease, or NTM-PD, is a type of lung infection that's been on the rise around the world. In the UK, this condition is becoming more common due to better diagnosis tools and increased awareness. The main culprit behind NTM-PD is a group of germs called Mycobac
You know how important it is for people with end-stage kidney disease to manage their health well, especially if they're on maintenance hemodialysis. But unfortunately, many patients aren't doing as good a job as they could be. Researchers wondered if showing these patients educational videos might
Imagine having an operation and waking up with less pain and needing fewer strong painkillers. That's what VVZ-149, a new type of pain-blocking drug, aims to do. This small molecule targets two key components in our pain system – the glycine transporter type 2 and the serotonin receptor 5-HT2A. Re
You’ve probably heard that shockwave therapy can help with Achilles tendon pain. But does it really work? Let's dig into a study that tried to find out. Researchers wanted to know if adding shockwave therapy to exercise could help people with insertional Achilles tendinopathy feel better and move ea
Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) is a tough-to-treat type of epilepsy that often starts in childhood and sticks around. It's known for many types of seizures, especially tonic ones, which can make people fall and hurt themselves. Plus, it comes with learning difficulties and behavior issues. Doctors re
Asthma is a tricky condition, always keeping doctors and patients on their toes. Unlike some diseases that stay the same, asthma loves to surprise us with its ups and downs. One day, symptoms might be mild, and the next, they could flare up without warning. This is why staying informed and paying at
In the world of electronics, heat management is crucial. Polymer composites, especially those with boron nitride (BN), are widely used for this purpose. However, their effectiveness depends on how well the fillers are arranged and how they interact with the surrounding material. This study dives int
