Purpureocillium lilacinum PLBJ-1 is a biocontrol fungus. It makes leucinostatins. These are special molecules that can kill other fungi. Think of them as natural antibiotics. But how does this fungus make them? And why does it make more in some conditions than others? Scientists found out that the
Scientists have created a new tool to watch how drugs cause cells to die. This tool uses a special kind of light called bioluminescence. Unlike other methods, it doesn't need any outside light to work. This makes it better for looking at living things. The tool is designed to target a specific mole
In a recent social media post, former President Donald Trump made a bold statement about Chicago's crime rate. He claimed that six people were killed and 24 were shot in the city over a weekend. Trump then turned his attention to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, calling him weak and pathetic for refus
In the world of politics, what you wear can speak volumes. This was clear during the recent meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy's choice of attire has evolved since his last visit to the White House. Last time, he opted for a casual black Henley shi
Chickens raised in busy, interesting environments show big changes in how they act and feel. This is what a recent study found when they compared chickens in three rooms full of things to do with chickens in three plain rooms. Each room had about 2, 450 chickens and got natural light. In the busy r
Roderick Robinson is more than just a talented running back for the Georgia Bulldogs. He's a young athlete with a rich background and a story that goes beyond his stats on the field. Born and raised in San Diego, California, Robinson has always had a passion for football. His high school days at Lin
In Thailand, a study looked at how pesticides might affect babies' brain development. The focus was on farmworkers who were pregnant. Researchers checked their urine for pesticide traces and studied the genes in their placentas. They also tested the babies' behavior at five weeks old. The study fou
A grand jury is currently examining some serious allegations. These allegations come from a report by Tulsi Gabbard. The report accuses high-ranking officials from the Obama administration of attempting to undermine President Trump's 2016 election victory. However, there's a significant issue: no on
Microbes have clever ways to stay alive inside us. They change their RNA to adapt to our bodies. This is like a secret code that helps them survive. New tech lets us see how they do this. It's a big deal because it shows how sneaky microbes can be. Different microbes use this trick. Bacteria, fungi
In May 2025, a group of 140 bright minds from all over New Jersey came together at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. They were there for the annual spring meeting of the Theobald Smith Society. This wasn't just any meeting. It was a two-day event celebrating the amazing world of microbiology. The g
