You know those tiny pieces of plastic that pollute our oceans and rivers? They're not just a problem for the environment, but also for the creatures living in it, like zebrafish. We found out that when these little plastic bits, called nanoplastics, are very small (about 20 nanometers), they can do
You might be familiar with the tiny, tricky organisms called mycoplasmas. These guys can sneak into cell cultures and cause big problems. Researchers often face up to 35% contamination in their cell lines. Cleaning up these cultures with antibiotics is usually a breeze, except when it comes to bacte
Creating the seventh Civilization game is no easy task. With six previous entries, each with its own unique flavor, the challenge lies in making it distinct enough to attract new players while keeping it familiar for long-time fans. This week, I spent 15 hours playing Civilization VII, set for relea
Did you know tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, are all over our rivers and streams? Scientists wanted to understand how these microplastics move near the bottom of these waterways. They used a special tool called particle tracking velocimetry to watch four types of microplastics move in a lab
When plants like Arabidopsis encounter L-glutamate at their root tips, it causes significant changes in their root structure. But how they sense this amino acid is a mystery. Scientists know that GLUTAMATE RECEPTOR-LIKE (GLR) proteins act as channels that let calcium in when they detect amino acids,
The newest College Football Hall of Fame class was just announced, and it's a star-studded lineup! This year's inductees include legendary coaches like Nick Saban and Urban Meyer, along with some amazing players. The induction ceremony will be happening in December at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Let
Imagine harnessing solar power without the Earth's atmosphere getting in the way. That's what China is planning with its ambitious project to build a massive power station in space. This isn't just any power station; it's like moving the Three Gorges Dam into orbit, about 36, 000 km above the Earth'
Ever wondered how countries around the globe are tackling oral and oropharyngeal cancer? A recent look into national and subnational plans from all World Health Organization Member States gives us some insights. As of March 2023, out of 194 countries, only a few had specific subnational plans, resul
Ever wondered which glaucoma treatment works best? A recent study compared three common methods: deep sclerectomy (DS), canaloplasty, and viscocanaloplasty. The results? DS and canaloplasty kept intraocular pressure (IOP) in check better than viscocanaloplasty. However, DS needed fewer glaucoma meds
Russ Vought, the nominee for the White House budget chief, stirred things up during his Senate hearing. He believes the president should have the power to fire federal workers with ease. Additionally, he thinks the president should be able to use Congress' money if it benefits the president's agenda
