Parkinson’s disease can make daily activities a challenge. How does this affect peoples beliefs about their abilities? One area of concern for researchers is the truthfulness and reliability of self-reported activity level estimates from people with Parkinson disease (PwP). The activity patterns an
Texas is hustling to gear up its students for the jobs of tomorrow. With nearly two-thirds of new jobs needing more than a high school diploma in the next five years, the state is in a pickle. Many graduates are missing the key skills needed to fill these roles. The governor, Greg Abbott, h
Ford is known for trucks and Tesla for sports cars but Rivian is making a name for itself in electric vans. This company is set to cash in profitability through a fresh cross-selling approach- directly taking its electric vans out on the market for businesses. Rivian vans happen to be very functi
In a surprising move, the Justice Department has instructed federal prosecutors to drop corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams. This decision comes just as the mayor's reelection campaign is heating up. The memo, written by acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, doesn't question the
In the world of politics, things are not always as they seem. For instance, imagine if a former governor, who was once known for his corruption, suddenly got a big break from a president. This is exactly what happened to Rod Blagojevich, the ex-governor of Illinois. President Trump was the one who m
Imagine a special type of metal, Mn-52, that makes it easier to see details inside the body while scanning cancers. With a half-life of 5. 6 days, Mn-52 can stay active for a while, making it great for imaging. Separating Mn-52 safely is tricky, though. Researchers have found a way to use a particl
Enter Donald Trump, making quite the choice in his presidential term. He took some bold steps with his pardon. For starters, Trump cleared a former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich of his crimes. He landed a parden, not an easy thing to understand. Trump originally meted out a new sentence just te
Zinc phthalocyanine can be a real powerhouse for targeting illness. The problem is that it can cluster, which is a big weakness of the molecules. This could be solved by using a tiny particle. Researchers found out that mixing it with a sort of oil octane can solve the clumping problem. This proce
Keratoconus is a condition where the cornea, the clear front part of the eye, bulges out. This makes vision blurry and hard to fix with glasses. Doctors have a special treatment called iontophoresis-assisted corneal cross-linking (I-CXL). This treatment aims to strengthen the cornea and halt its p
It can be tough when parents with challenges such as learning disabilities need help parenting. So, a program called Parenting Young Children (PYC) was created, This is a program which delivers support at home. The idea goes that if home-based support is provided to these parents, this might work
