Scientists recently tried something new with tambaqui fish, a type of Amazonian fish. They added different amounts of an essential oil from a plant called Croton conduplicatus to their food. This oil has certain compounds like 1, 8-Cineole, p-Cymene, and α-Phellandrene. The fish were fed this specia
The Cleveland Browns just reworked quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract for the third time in three years. This was a strategic move to free up cap space for the team. But why are they sticking with him? Well, they've got a bit of a mess with their quarterback situation, and with star player Myles
Have you ever thought about how your living conditions might affect your mental health? For Chinese international students returning home, this is a real concern, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. A recent study looked into how these students feel about changes in where they live, their plans
Process tracing—a technique borrowed from policy studies—has gained popularity in health research. It helps scientists dig deeper into complex health systems, especially when studying specific cases like a country's health policies. A recent review dived into how this method is used in health resear
As we step into 2025, many Americans are eager to make some changes. A recent survey found that health, exercise, and diet are at the top of most people's lists. This isn't surprising, given that obesity has been a big issue in the U. S. for a long time. But last year, something interesting happened
Scientists have been playing with the building blocks of molecules to see how changes can impact their behavior. They took a special type of molecule called N-methylpyrrole azo-benzene, which can switch between different forms when light hits it. They made these molecules in different ways, swapping
Research shows that moms with kids who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often feel depressed and hesitate to look for professional psychological help. A study in Istanbul, Turkey, delved into how these moms handle stress, and if their coping strategies affect their willingness to seek help. The s
Ever wondered why people sometimes ask for healthcare they don't really need? This kind of care is called "low-value care. " It wastes health resources and costs a lot of money. Studies on why people want this care are scattered and often ignored. Researchers decided to gather all this information i
The COVID-19 pandemic hit people's mental health hard worldwide, causing a lot of sleep problems like insomnia. This was due to sudden changes in lifestyles, worrying news, and fears of getting sick. A study in Singapore looked into how common insomnia was and what factors may cause it during the fi
``Bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA) can be quite complex due to the similarities between impact spatters and fly spots. Expertise is currently the gold standard, but it has its drawbacks such as low efficiency, high error rates, and vulnerability to external factors. To improve this process, researc
