The Australasian Virology Society (AVS) is a group that loves to bring together scientists from different fields. Every two years, they host a big meeting to talk about viruses and how to fight them. This year, the 12th meeting, called AVS12, took place from December 2 to 5, 2024. It was held in Cre
In the world of aquatics, koi fish are famous for their stunning colors and deep cultural roots. They are also big business in the world of fancy fish. Yet, when it comes to understanding their senses, especially taste, there is a lot of mystery. Most studies on fish senses have focused on other spe
Radicalization among young students is a hot topic. Researchers are digging deep to understand how common it is and what makes some kids more likely to go down that road. They are also looking at what might stop them from doing so. The goal is to gather all the available information. This includes
The Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) is set to vacate its New York offices by the end of May. This move is part of a broader review of government leases, but the specifics remain unclear. The institute, known for its climate research, has been a fixture in New York since 1961. It's located
Biliary tract cancers are a group of rare but aggressive tumors. They affect the bile ducts, which are essential for digestion. These cancers are tough to spot early and even tougher to treat. However, recent research has shed light on a potential game-changer: Claudin 18. 2. This protein, Claudin
JIA, or juvenile idiopathic arthritis, is a condition that affects many children. It's a type of arthritis that can cause joint pain and swelling. To manage this condition, doctors often prescribe medications known as biologic and targeted synthetic DMARDs. These medications are designed to help con
The inner ear has a small but mighty part called the cochlea. It is key to how we hear. This part picks up sound waves and turns them into signals the brain can understand. Hair cells in the cochlea play a big role in this process. They pick up and boost these sound waves. For people with severe hea
The role of genes and environment in shaping a child's behavior has long been a topic of interest. A recent investigation dug into this by comparing two groups of children: identical twins adopted together from China and same-age, unrelated siblings raised together, often called virtual twins. The
Ants are everywhere. They are one of the most common insects on Earth. There are over 13, 800 known species. Yet, scientists keep finding new things about them. Recently, a group of researchers found something amazing. They discovered the oldest ant fossil ever. This tiny insect is from 113 million
Mendelian randomization (MR) has become a hot topic in lung cancer (LC) research. This method uses genetic variations to figure out if certain factors cause disease. Yet, there hasn"t been a thorough look at how this field has grown worldwide. This is where a recent study steps in. It dives into
