In the swiftly advancing field of artificial intelligence, a fiery legal fight is brewing. OpenAI, the brains behind the popular AI model ChatGPT, is locked in a tussle with none other than Elon Musk. Musk is taking OpenAI to court, trying to block their plan to switch from nonprofit to for-profit s
Blood and lymphatic vessel problems, like venous malformations (VMs), can happen when cells involved in blood vessel growth go awry. These issues often stem from problems with the Angiopoietin/TIE2-PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway, with a common mutation being TIE2 L914F. Treating these problems by t
Tiny particles called PM2. 5 can make atherosclerotic plaques in our arteries unstable, although scientists aren't sure exactly how they do this. To figure it out, scientists fed a high-fat diet and gave vitamin D3 injections to 56 Wistar rats to create atherosclerotic models. These rats were then d
Imagine a spot on Queen’s University campus where people gather to learn and connect with Indigenous ways of knowing and being. This special place is the Outdoor Indigenous Gathering Space. It’s going to be named after someone very special: Kanonhsyonne, also known as Janice Hill. She’s been a key p
Thinking about where to shop this holiday season? Look around your town! Local merchants offer unique items and experiences. Plus, with the Canada Post strike, it's a great time to support local businesses. Head to Napanee for a Holiday Market at Doghouse Studios. You'll find artisans, crafters, and
Quercetin, a plant-based compound, has been shown to fight cancer by reducing inflammation and protecting cells from damage. It stops the growth of tumors by blocking certain substances and enzymes. However, quercetin has some challenges, like poor absorption and quick breakdown in the body. This ma
Gold nanoparticles (GNPs) are superstars in biomedicine because of their unique properties. But they can cause harm. One big worry is their potential toxicity when interacting with our tissues. Enter quercetin, a natural flavonoid with superpowers of its own! It's known for its anti-inflammatory, an
Rape is a universal issue that affects people of all genders, but often, the focus is mainly on women and children. That's why the effects of rape on men are not as well understood. A recent study in the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng Province, South Africa, decided to change tha
Obsidian Entertainment, the brains behind Avowed, has a cool idea for their game. They want players to have fun in any way they choose! Berto Ritger, their Environment Region Designer, revealed that players can start most quests in multiple ways. Forget following quest markers like a robot; you can
Ever wondered how some countries maintain their grip on power? Let's dive into how Russia's regime does it. French philosopher Jacques Rancière has a theory about this. He says that when people stop caring about politics, it's easier for authoritarian leaders to stay in control. This is what we call
