Breast cancer cells, especially the aggressive triple-negative type, can change when they don't get enough oxygen. This is called hypoxia, and it's a big deal in the world of cancer research. Scientists have found that when these cells are starved of oxygen for a short time, a protein called Annexin
Imagine a world where your phone can bend without breaking, and your wearable tech is as comfortable as your favorite t-shirt. This is the future that scientists are working towards, and they're using some pretty cool methods to get there. One of the big challenges is creating thin-film tra
People with chronic pain often turn to food for relief. This isn't just about hunger; it's about finding comfort. A recent study dug into why this happens. Researchers wanted to know what role comfort eating plays in the lives of people dealing with constant pain. First, let's talk about th
Heart problems are a major cause of death worldwide. One big issue is unstable angina, which is a type of chest pain. Doctors often use a procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to help. However, PCI's effectiveness for unstable angina is still up for debate. There are risks and co
PET scans are a big deal in medical research, especially when it comes to studying infectious diseases in small animals. These scans help scientists understand how diseases spread and how to treat them. But there's a catch: when dealing with nasty bugs like Staphylococcus aureus, researchers need to
Imagine this: you live in a neighborhood where empty lots and abandoned houses are everywhere. It's not a pretty sight, right? Well, a recent study showed that cleaning up these places can make a big difference in how people feel about their community. The study looked at 405 people living
In the heart of Lower Silesia, Poland, lies a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) where rainwater tells a story. This story isn't just about water falling from the sky, but about how it picks up various elements as it flows through industrial landscapes. The focus here is on the quality of this rainwater, w
Gorillas in U. S. zoos are facing a serious health issue. Cardiometabolic disease, a big problem for these animals, is linked to changes in their gut bacteria. Scientists studied fecal samples from 57 gorillas across various zoos and wild habitats. They found that gorillas in U. S. zoos have the mos
GI cancers, which include tumors in the stomach, intestines, and other parts of the digestive system, are a major cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Once these cancers reach an advanced stage, survival rates drop significantly. This is where immunotherapy comes into play. Immunotherapy has shown prom
Fans of the original Suits series are in for a treat. Harvey Specter, played by Gabriel Macht, is making a comeback on the small screen. This time, he's appearing in the spinoff series Suits LA. The new show is set in Los Angeles and focuses on a law firm that specializes in criminal and entertainme
