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Mar 25 2025SCIENCE

The Dynamic Duo: How Cells and Tissues Team Up to Model Disease Growth

The world of disease modeling is buzzing with a fresh approach. Researchers are exploring how tiny cell actions and larger tissue movements work together. This isn't just about looking at one or the other. It's about seeing how they influence each other. This is called multiscale coupling. It's like

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Mar 25 2025SCIENCE

Tomato Plants and Their Heat Stress Battle

Heat waves are becoming more common. These high temperatures are a big problem for crops. They can really mess up how plants grow and develop. This is a huge issue for farmers all over the world. Plants have tiny helpers called microRNAs. These microRNAs play a big role in how plants grow and react

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Mar 25 2025SCIENCE

Fungi Inspired Materials for Strong and Resilient Composites

The quest for lightweight yet robust materials has led scientists to explore nature's blueprints. Nacre and turtle shells, for instance, owe their strength and toughness to a clever arrangement of soft and hard layers. This natural design has sparked interest in creating similar structures in the la

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Mar 25 2025HEALTH

Smart Hydrogel Dressings: A New Way to Heal Skin Infections

Skin infections are a big problem. They create an environment that's tough for healing. This environment is low on oxygen, high on hydrogen peroxide, and quite acidic. This makes it hard for skin to repair itself. Scientists have come up with a clever solution. They created a special hydrogel dressi

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Mar 24 2025SCIENCE

The Legacy of a Cell Biology Pioneer

The world of biology has lost a significant figure. Michael P. Sheetz is the man who made a huge difference in cell biology. His work spanned over half a century. He was a key player in understanding motor proteins, membrane biology, cytoskeleton, and mechanobiology. This is a field that studies how

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Mar 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Scooters on Standby: What You Need to Know

Scooters are a popular way to get around, but some models have a serious flaw. The U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has flagged a problem with Segway's Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters. The issue? The folding mechanism can fail while in use. This can cause the handlebars or stem t

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Mar 23 2025SCIENCE

Saturn's Rings: A Temporary Vanishing Act

Saturn is a planet that has always been a source of fascination. Its most famous feature, the rings, are set to disappear from view for a brief period. This isn't a permanent loss, but a natural event that occurs due to the planet's tilt and orbit. The rings are made up of ice and rock particle

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Mar 23 2025CELEBRITIES

A Brave Journey Through Cancer Treatment

A well-known figure is navigating a challenging path. She is tackling both radiation and immunotherapy after doctors discovered multiple tumors in her brain. This is not an easy journey. She is open about the tough nights and the physical strain. This person is trying to find joy in everyday activi

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Mar 22 2025SCIENCE

Winter's Foggy Mystery: How City Smog Forms

In the dead of winter, Beijing's air quality often takes a nosedive. The city's notorious smog is a complex mix of pollutants. One key player in this mix is sulfur-containing aerosols. These tiny particles come from the chemical reactions happening in the air. But how do they form? Let's dive into t

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

How Our Feelings Shape Our Movements

The mind and body are deeply connected. This is especially true when it comes to how our emotions and thoughts influence how we move. This connection is not just about physical actions but also about the decisions we make before we move. Understanding this link can help us grasp why we act the way w

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