As we wave goodbye to the holidays and step into the new year, LSU's sports scene becomes a bustling hub of activity. Multiple teams are gearing up for their seasons, ensuring there won't be a dull moment for sports fans. On December 29, the LSU men's and women's basketball teams will be the first
Imagine the intestines of rabbits being surgically connected, or anastomosed, after high-frequency electric welding (HFEW). This process helps us understand how quickly and effectively intestinal tissue heals. In a recent study using New Zealand rabbits, scientists found that within a week of the su
Fans of NASCAR know Tony Stewart for his impressive racing career and championship wins. But the former Stewart Haas Racing team owner is also known for his strong personality both on and off the track. One common topic is his interactions with the media. Stewart has had his share of fiery moments,
Eating red meat might seem like a usual thing for many, but for Samantha Busch, it was a big step. After avoiding it for almost 25 years, she suddenly started craving steaks and even more unusual red meat dishes, like hearts and livers. She shared this change on her social media, saying she felt lik
When a body is found at a crime scene, figuring out how long it's been there is super important for solving the case. Scientists are looking at tiny bits of genetic material called microRNAs (miRNAs) that stay stable even after death. This study used a special tool called a molecular beacon probe to
Imagine you're a business leader in China. Would you believe that paying taxes on pollution could actually boost your exports? Well, that's what happened with the Environmental Protection Tax Law (EPTL) introduced in 2018. This law charged companies for the pollution they produced, and the result? A
Palm kernel meal (PKM) is tough for non-ruminant animals to digest due to its high fibre content, mostly mannan. A new way to tackle this problem is by using bacteria to break down these fibres. Scientists found a powerful bacteria called Bacillus subtilis F6 that can effectively degrade mannan. In
Imagine this: a Senate bill is on the table, directing NASA to shift its focus towards commercial space stations and to tackle cost overruns in science missions. This bill, introduced by Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash. ) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas), looks to speed up the development of commercial space
NASA has appointed Carlos Garcia-Galan, a seasoned space professional, as the deputy manager of its Gateway program. This initiative is crucial for the Artemis mission, aiming to return humans to the moon and eventually set a path for Mars exploration. Garcia-Galan, who hails from Spain, brings a wh
NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) captured new images of the InSight lander in October 2024. Even though InSight is no longer active, it's still teaching scientists about Mars. The lander, which stopped working in late 2022 due to dust on its solar panels, is now a dusty spot on the Martian s
