Recently, doctors have been exploring a new tool for controlling bleeding during endoscopic procedures in the duodenum. This tool, a self-assembling peptide gel (SAPG), is designed as an alternative to traditional methods like electrocoagulation and clip placement. The goal of this study was to see
Ever felt like hosting a dinner party is a thing of the past? You’re not alone. Between busy schedules, tight budgets, and our collective burnout, having folks over for dinner is becoming less common. But what are we missing out on? A recent report suggests that these gatherings create a unique inti
It's holiday time, and you're sitting on a pile of gift cards and extra cash. What's a better way to spend it than on some awesome PC games? The Steam Winter Sale is on until January 2, 2025, offering big discounts on some of the year's best games. Let's check out some of the top deals you shouldn't
Imagine a low-profile, yet crucial, crop called Dioscorea alata. This plant is under attack by a nasty disease called anthracnose, caused by a tiny critter named Colletotrichum gloeosporioides. The problem? D. alata is having trouble fighting back, and identifying the right genes to help it do so is
Early morning might feel tense as the moon shifts into Scorpio, but things should balance out by midday. Expect emotions to run high and perhaps clash a bit with Mars. Once the sun and moon align, though, love and warmth take over. Aries, today might throw you into a leadership role. Trust yourself
Creatine supplements, often known as creatine monohydrate (CrM), have been shown to boost performance in sports and exercise, as well as having health benefits throughout life. Despite solid evidence, many people still have questions and misunderstandings about CrM. In 2021, a group published a revi
Imagine you're playing with building blocks. Now, imagine those blocks are super tiny and can do amazing things like conduct electricity or improve how things look under a microscope. That's what polyoxometalates (POMs) are! Recently, scientists mixed some fascinating ingredients to create four new
Ever heard of azobenzene? These tiny molecules can switch between two states, 'cis' and 'trans', super quickly when it's freezing cold. It's like they're dancing on ice! Scientists use a tool called a Scanning-Tunneling Microscopy (STM) tip to make this happen. This tip uses an electric field to pus
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz attempted to halt the release of a House Ethics Committee report on Monday, but his lawsuit fell short. Gaetz’s legal team argued that the report's release would harm his reputation and that he hadn't been notified or given due process. The committee published the report soon
Sean "Diddy" Combs, a well-known figure in the entertainment industry, is again making headlines, but this time for all the wrong reasons. A former employee, Phillip Pines, has stepped forward with some serious allegations. Pines claims that Combs pressured him into sexual acts and made him take par
