Imagine tiny bubbles, so small you can't see them with the naked eye, floating around in our bodies. These are called exosomes, and they're like little messengers that help cells talk to each other. When it comes to cancer, these bubbles can be a big problem. Cancer cells use these exosomes
Picture this: your body is a bustling city, and metabolites are the tiny messengers zipping around, delivering important information. These chemical messengers are key players in turning food into energy, and they can also reveal secrets about diseases. By understanding how metabolites work, scienti
Brain tumors, whether inside or outside the skull, are quite varied. They can be either benign or malignant, and their behavior is influenced by numerous factors. The biggest challenge is detecting these tumors early. Often, by the time they are discovered, it is too late for effective treatment. Me
A genetic condition called familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) messes with how the body handles cholesterol. This leads to a lifelong increase in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels in the blood. This condition is known to cause tendon injuries and mess with how tendons work mechanically
High altitude environments can be tough on the body. One major challenge is maintaining proper iron levels. When mice are exposed to low oxygen conditions, similar to high altitudes, their bodies struggle to manage iron. This is because a protein called hepcidin goes down. When hepcidin levels drop,
Imagine a world where your phone can bend without breaking, and your wearable tech is as comfortable as your favorite t-shirt. This is the future that scientists are working towards, and they're using some pretty cool methods to get there. One of the big challenges is creating thin-film tra
Gorillas in U. S. zoos are facing a serious health issue. Cardiometabolic disease, a big problem for these animals, is linked to changes in their gut bacteria. Scientists studied fecal samples from 57 gorillas across various zoos and wild habitats. They found that gorillas in U. S. zoos have the mos
Religion and spirituality are a big part of many people's lives. Some studies suggest that going to church or being spiritual might help people live longer. But, these studies often miss out on the complicated ways that religion and spirituality affect our lives. They also don't fully explain how th
Phthalimides are a big deal in chemistry. They're used in all sorts of things, from making medicines to creating dyes. Scientists have found a new way to make them without using any metals. This new method is simple and can be scaled up easily. It starts with a compound called 1, 2, 3-benzotriazin-4
Zinc is a crucial mineral for both cows and sheep. Scientists conducted three experiments to understand how these animals process zinc in their rumen, the first chamber of their stomach. The first two experiments involved steers, weighing around 736 kilograms. These steers were fed two different die
