Fiber-optic communication is changing how we send data. It uses light to transmit information, making it super fast and reliable. One key technology is DWDM, which packs multiple data streams into a single fiber. This boosts the amount of data that can be sent at once. But how do we measure how well it works? Experts look at how much noise affects the signal. Noise ...
Scientists have cooked up a clever way to tackle a nasty pollutant called formaldehyde. This stuff is everywhere, from factories to dirty water, and it's not great for our health. The trick? They've given yeast cells a superpower boost. First, they tweaked the yeast to produce more of an enzyme that breaks down formaldehyde. Then, they added tiny nano-particles that...
Young adults in America are facing a silent crisis: their brains aren't working as well as they used to. Memory lapses, trouble focusing, and brain fog are becoming more common among people in their 20s and 30s. This isn't just about getting older—it's happening to people in their prime. What's going on? A big study looked at millions of adults over ten years. It fo...
The RSM Classic's third round hit a snag. Fog rolled in, making it hard to see. The PGA Tour had to delay the start by 30 minutes. Players like Harris English and Andrew Novak were ready to go. But they had to wait. This tournament is big for them. It's their last shot to keep their PGA Tour membership for 2026. And there's $7 million on the line. Fog isn't just a l...
New rules from the U. S. Department of Education have stirred up a storm. Nursing degrees are no longer classified as "professional" degrees. This change, along with the end of a key loan program, has nursing groups up in arms. The changes come under President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act. " They affect how students, especially those pursuing advanced ...
Khan Noonien Singh is a big deal in the Star Trek world. He first showed up in the 1967 episode "Space Seed" and became a fan favorite. His impact is so huge that he appeared in one of the best Star Trek movies and even got a reboot in the 2010s. His story is still important today, seen in shows like "Strange New Worlds" and "Lower Decks. " "Space Seed" is a must-wa...
In the world of medicine, time is often of the essence, especially when it comes to the tiniest patients. Newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) often need swift and accurate diagnoses to guide their treatment. Traditionally, DNA testing has been a slow process, taking days to complete and only used for babies showing specific symptoms. But what if this ...
In the world of computer chips, big changes are happening. Intel, a major player in the game, has a new executive on board. This person used to work at TSMC, another big name in the industry. Some people are talking about a possible leak of secret tech info, but Intel's boss says it's not true. The new executive, Dr. Wei-Jen Lo, is joining Intel to work on research ...
Psychology books for beginners have been under the microscope lately. It turns out, they've had some problems with getting the facts straight. These books often make psychology studies seem more solid than they really are. They also tend to push ideas that lean towards progressive politics. Some well-known psychology experiments have even been questioned lately. Peo...
Elderly individuals with cognitive impairment often struggle with sleep and mood. A recent study explored how regular exercise can make a difference. The research focused on two types of exercise: eccentric resistance and combined aerobic plus resistance. The goal was to see how these activities impact sleep quality and mood over 12 weeks. The study found that regul...