The brain's health is deeply tied to the quality of sleep one gets. Recent findings show that not getting enough deep sleep or REM sleep can lead to shrinking in key brain areas. These areas are the first to be affected by Alzheimer’s disease. The study looked at 270 people over many years. It found
As the wind howls and the skies darken, residents in the south and southwest suburbs brace for the annual tornado season. This year, however, the familiar sights and sounds of severe weather come with a new twist: fewer eyes in the sky and less data to predict storms. Staff cuts at the Nati
Entertainment Tonight, or ET, has made a significant splash during the 2024-25 award season. It has managed to attract a huge audience across various platforms. This year, the show averaged 3. 8 million viewers during its coverage of the Golden Globes, Grammys, and Oscars. This was a massive lead
Lung cancer is a formidable foe, but some people manage to outsmart it. Dukhi Hong, an 84-year-old woman from Utah, is one of those rare individuals who have defied the odds. She was given a grim prognosis in 2019 when doctors diagnosed her with aggressive small cell lung cancer. This type of cancer
The upcoming second season of The Last of Us is set to be a game-changer. The show's creator, Craig Mazin, is brimming with confidence. He has a clear vision for this season, which is set to be more intense and expansive than the first. The first season introduced us to Joel and Ellie, two survivors
Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern worldwide, and early detection is crucial for effective treatment. A new blood test has been developed to identify Alzheimer’s and monitor its progression. This test focuses on detecting fragments of a protein called tau, specifically eMTBR-tau243, which ar
Heart issues are a big deal worldwide, and they are especially concerning in China. As people live longer, the risk of heart problems goes up. This is because many factors that lead to heart disease can be changed. These include things like smoking, eating poorly, and not exercising enough. However,
The human body is a complex system. Inside our cells are tiny powerhouses called mitochondria. They are responsible for producing energy and heat, sending signals, and even helping cells die when needed. The number of these mitochondria in each cell can tell us a lot about how well they are working.
Every year, the Journal of Comparative Physiology A honors the best articles in two categories: Original Research and Review/Review-History. The winners are picked by the Editorial Board and the readers who access the articles online. The 2025 awards have been announced, and they spotlight some fasc
Pepper plants face a serious threat from Phytophthora blight. This nasty disease is caused by Phytophthora capsici. It's a soil-borne menace that can wipe out entire pepper crops. Scientists are on a mission to understand how pepper plants fight back. They want to pinpoint the key genes that help pe
