You might think a fierce fire would destroy all traces of a crime. But bloodstains are surprisingly resilient. Researchers set blood droplets on various surfaces and heated them up. While the droplets changed shape, crucial details like where the blood landed and the angle it hit the surface remaine
As 2024 winds down, it's time to look back at the incredible accomplishments in life sciences, with PLOS Biology leading the way. This year has been packed with groundbreaking discoveries and innovative research. Let's take a moment to appreciate the work of the scientists and supporters who made it
2024 was a year to remember for science fiction fans. The genre, known for its mix of advanced tech and human stories, delivered some amazing movies. Big franchises like Alien and Transformers came back strong, while newcomers like Ultraman: Rising showed that great stories can cross borders. Each f
Scientists are raising alarms about a future threat: bacteria with mirrored molecules, nicknamed "mirror bacteria. " These tiny organisms have molecules facing opposite to those in all known life forms, like our left and right hands. This strange structure could make them dangerous to humans, animal
Imagine this: you're doing some yard work and suddenly stumble upon something huge, unusual, and very old. That's exactly what happened to a homeowner in Orange County, New York. While tidying up their backyard, they found two massive teeth hidden under some plants. Intrigued, they called in experts
Did you know that the oldest pharmacology journal, Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, faced a dramatic shift after 1933? This is when the Nazi regime took over. Many Jewish and dissident German pharmacologists were forced to leave their homeland. This study looks at what happened to the
Ever thought about what happens after humans leave Earth for the stars? That's where 'Exodus' comes in. A fresh sci-fi RPG from Archetype Entertainment, this game lets you step into a future where humanity has spread across distant star systems. You'll play as a member of the Travelers, a group of s
Scientists have been exploring a new way to fight climate change by removing carbon from the oceans using electrochemical systems. These systems use a process called alkalinity-swings to get rid of dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC). This can be done in two ways: by releasing carbon dioxide gas or by
On a typical Tuesday morning, Concord High School (CHS) found itself in an unexpected situation. Around 10:45 a. m. , the building's alarms suddenly blared, prompting an evacuation. But this wasn't a fire drill—it was the result of a science experiment gone awry. The school's fire and rescue team wa
Ever wondered why opinions can be so hard to change? Scientists have been digging into this question, discovering that people often stick to their views, even when new information comes along. One reason might be the rules people have in their minds that make it tough to shift their stance. But ther
