Some bugs can tell us a lot about pollutants in water. It does not matter if they are metals like zinc or tough to break down plastic derived insecticides like methomyl, or "forever" chemicals like PFOA; these chemicals can mess with how freshwater amphipods like gammarus fossarum eat Norma
Ever wondered if those cops or detectives on shows can remember everything from a crime scene because they thought it happened in a video? Well, some studies pushed the idea that people on a screen may not be as accurate as they could be because we've grown up on video game prayers. Researchers wa
For the Holocaust survivors who had been through hell and back, the October 2023 terror attacks in southern Israel brought back old ghosts. The mental toll on these survivors was the focus of a global study. It was a chilling reminder that the scars of the past are not always visible. These survivo
Picture this almost all scientific trials on helping mothers during childbirth. Now, think about how many of these trials really consider what makes us all different. We are talking about things like race, gender, and where we come from. These things matter if we want fairness in healthcare. Let's
Imagine you are tiny and you're just learning how to breathe. This is the world that Kurt was interested in, in the field of lung biology. He worked strenuously in this area. Kurt Albertine stepped away from managing a research journal called The Anatomical Record in January 2021. But his impact ec
When we talk about rest and taking a break, its not a new concept. We all know that when we are tired we don't do our best work. But it's kind of shocking how fast Doctors will run from one room to the next without pausing. Doctors are racing against time. Doctors are doing this to
South Asians and Europeans are two groups that have different lifestyles and diets. These differences can lead to different health outcomes. One interesting fact is that South Asians might be more likely to develop insulin resistance than Europeans. Insulin resistance is when the body doesn't respo
The mystery of dementia in China is a growing puzzle. Many people in the world live in China. As this country ages, dementia is becoming a big issue. It's not just about getting older. There are other factors, too. Historical events and genes play a part. So do cultural and lifestyle concerns. The C
Jaws dropped at universities across the country this spring when student protests flared and escalated. The protests were against Israel and occured after a violent and intense showdown in Gaza and their numbers and locations were extensive. This went from Maine all the way to Alaska. Some schools
Students at an adult education center in Sweden faced a terrifying ordeal on a recent Tuesday afternoon. First, it was a normal day at Campus Risbergska on the outskirts of Orebro, a city known for its historical charm, located 125 miles west of the bustling capital, Stockholm. But suddenl
