Knee implants are a big deal. They help people walk again. But there's a tricky part: the stem. It's like the root of the implant. It goes into the bone. There are two types: cemented and press-fit. Cemented stems are like glue. They hold the implant in place right away. But they don't let the bone
Plants face big problems from metal poisoning in soil. This is a real issue for farmers. But there is a new hope. Tiny particles, called nanoparticles, might be the answer. These particles are super small. They can do big things. First, let's talk about the problem. Too many metals in soil can hurt
Alexander Zverev, a top tennis player, had a rough start at Wimbledon. He lost his first match to Arthur Rinderknech, a player not usually seen as a big threat. This loss was a big surprise because Zverev is usually one of the strongest players in the game. Zverev had trained with Novak Djokovic be
Scientists have been curious about how parasitic plants like Phtheirospermum japonicum (P. japonicum) latch onto their hosts, like Arabidopsis thaliana (A. thaliana). This sneaky plant creates a special structure called a haustorium to invade its host and form a vascular connection. Think of it like
NBA free agency is already shaking things up. Some big names have already signed new deals, but there are still plenty of talented players available. Let's take a look at the top 10 free agents still on the market. Damian Lillard is the most surprising name on this list. He's a seven-time All-NBA p
Ever wondered why your phone's battery doesn't last as long as it used to? It's all about battery health. Your phone's battery health tools can help you understand and manage this. These tools show how much charge your battery can hold compared to when it was new. For example, if your phone's batter
Nurses who feel ignored at work may start acting out. This isn't just about feeling left out. It's about how being ignored can lead to serious problems. When nurses feel left out, they might start to feel really tired and worn down. This is called emotional exhaustion. It's like running a marathon e
Garrett Nussmeier, the LSU quarterback, is making waves before even stepping onto the field this season. In the upcoming College Football 26 video game, he's been named the top quarterback in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and the second-best quarterback overall. This ranking puts him right behin
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a tough opponent, but stem cell transplants can be a game-changer for many patients. Over the last ten years, doctors have gotten better at spotting who might not do well after a transplant. This is thanks to new predictive tools that help tailor treatments to each pe
In some places, the soil is not very healthy. It has something called Cadmium (Cd) in it. This is not good for plants. But, some plants are better at dealing with this than others. These are called invasive plants. They are not from around here. They come from other places and take over. Earthworms
