A weak cold front is on its way, bringing more rain and thunderstorms to the area. This isn't expected to be a severe weather event, but heavy rain could lead to flooding in certain spots, especially in the afternoon and evening. Because of all the clouds and rain, temperatures will be a bit cooler
Parkinson's disease is a condition that affects the brain. It is known for causing movement problems. One thing that happens in Parkinson's is that iron builds up in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra (SN). But how this iron changes over time and how it affects other things in the brain
Brain cancer is tough to beat. Doctors use special tools to fight it. One tool is stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). It zaps cancer with precise radiation. But sometimes, the brain swells around the tumor. This swelling is called perilesional edema (PLE). Does PLE make the treatment less effective? R
People often wonder how lifting weights and taking certain hormones affect muscles and nerves. A recent investigation dug into this by looking at how resistance training and a specific hormone, nandrolone decanoate, change the way muscles connect with nerves and how certain proteins are made. First
A viral idea called Cognify has sparked debates about the future of criminal justice. The concept involves using AI and brain implants to make prisoners feel like they've served lengthy sentences in just minutes. This might sound like something out of a futuristic movie, but is there any real scienc
The recent Nato summit brought a mix of relief and uncertainty. European leaders breathed a sigh of relief as the US president did not withdraw from the alliance. Instead, all European Nato members agreed to boost their defence spending to 5% of GDP. This move is seen as a step towards balancing the
A researcher decided to scan her own brain 26 times to learn more about how pregnancy affects the brain. This is something that hasn't been studied much before. The researcher, who studies learning and memory, had her brain scanned before, during, and after her pregnancy. She wanted to see if there
Kids with brain tumors might soon have a better way to track their illness. Scientists have found a way to test tiny amounts of DNA in their blood and spinal fluid. This could help doctors figure out what's going on inside their brains without big surgeries. The problem has always been that kids do
Scientists have made a big leap in helping people who can't speak. They've created a brain implant that turns thoughts into speech right away. This isn't just about typing words on a screen anymore. It's about capturing the natural flow of speech, including tone and rhythm. For a long time, people
In a relentless assault, Russia unleashed a staggering 537 drones and missiles into Ukraine overnight. The Ukrainian air force reported this massive attack, which marked one of the largest strikes since the war began. During the chaos, Ukraine lost one of its F-16 fighter jets and the brave pilot,
