Scientists set out on a mission to make sense of something called 2-Methoxyestradiol (2ME), a tricky compound that is tied to some serious, damaging pregnancy complications and has a significant effect on tumor growth. So what's the big problem with measuring it? First off, it's present in
Picture this: a world where tech revolutionizes services for the elderly, but not everyone is on board the same train. This is the story in rural China. Rural China is aging like never before, with elderly people outnumbering youngsters. It's like a population shift. Likewise, to that as cities ch
Imagine two tech giants, Project44 and MyCarrier, standing face to face in a courtroom. The air is thick with tension as they argue over broken promises and faulty services. Project44 is pointing fingers, accusing MyCarrier of secretly developing a rival product, even though they swore they wouldn't
Complex multicellular life, seen in animals, plants, and fungi, didn’t just evolve once but several times over. Imagine certain genes mimicking cell glue to start the process. Then, signals between these cells kickstarted some serious communication. Add to that expanding families of genes shaping ce
In a surprising turn of events, China has developed DeepSeek, an AI chatbot that's shaking things up in the tech world. This innovative app was created for just $6 million in two months, far less than its U. S. competitors. China's accomplishment has caused quite a stir, especially after former Pres
China's tech startup DeepSeek recently launched an AI chatbot that's giving OpenAI's ChatGPT a run for its money. The new AI assistant was instantly popular, becoming the top free app on Apple's iPhone store. But how does it handle sensitive questions about China? Let's dive in. DeepSeek's chatbot
Did you know that trees, like poplars, face a constant challenge in nature? They're often short on phosphorus, a crucial nutrient. When phosphorus is scarce, the poplar tree's stems suffer the most, which slows down their growth and reduces the activity of certain wood-forming genes, including PagSN
Ever wondered how teachers can help kids talk more while they're trying to solve puzzles with a cool coding toy called Kubo? This study looked into exactly that! Nine kindergarten teachers and 36 kids were observed as they played and problem-solved with Kubo. After the first round, the teachers got
In the world of medicine and biomedical sciences, women+ faculty often face roadblocks to career growth. While programs to help them advance are crucial, they're not always easy to access. That's why a group of leaders from The Ohio State University College of Medicine decided to create something ne
Have you ever wondered how contact lenses work? Well, someone who has been crucial in figuring that out is Professor Eric Papas. He's one of the top experts in the world when it comes to researching and developing contact lenses. Imagine trying to put a tiny lens on your eye that needs to be comfort
