People often struggle to recognize Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. But, there are tiny hints in the blood that could help doctors. These are called blood-based biomarkers, or BBMs. They act as signals that something might be wrong in the brain. But what happens when someone has other heal
Cooking a soft-boiled egg might seem simple, but getting the textures right can be tricky. The yolk needs to be smooth and creamy, while the white should be firm but not rubbery. This isn't always easy because the yolk and the white cook at different temperatures. Cooking an egg for too long re
There is so much to look forward to at the upcoming UFC 312 fight. The event will be happening this Saturday. Fans around the world have been hyped about the rematch between tough Sean Strickland and the unbeaten, Dricus Du Plessis. Sean Strickland faces Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis at
Picture this: tiny, super-selective sensors scouring through food to keep us safe. These aren’t your everyday sensors; they’re molecularly imprinted electrochemical sensors (MIECSs), crafted from something called molecularly imprinted derivative materials (MIDPs). Think of them like lock and key sys
Ever wondered what ancient sea monsters looked like? Plesiosaurs, with their long necks and powerful tails, have always sparked curiosity. While scientists have known a lot about their bones for over two centuries, the outer appearance has been a mystery. Now, researchers dive into an exciting disc
Brazil is taking a big step in the fight against rare diseases. These ailments cover a wide range of 6, 000 to 8, 000 different conditions. Most of these are caused by genetics. Sadly, only about 5% of these diseases have specific treatments available. These diseases often show up early in life, aff
Imagine a world where cutting-edge AI models aren't just for big tech companies. This is now a reality. The researchers at Stanford and the University of Washington developed an AI reasoning model that costs less than $50 in cloud credits. It's similar to the big names in the AI industry, like Open
Do you know that how well the economy is doing can actually affect our health? Spain's 17 regions showed us this in a big way. Over the past couple of decades, scientists have been on a roll, trying to figure out if economic conditions have any impact on our health. They were particularly intereste
Heart troubles are a big deal around the world, causing lots of harm. Doctors and scientists have been studying hearts using animals and cells in dishes, but these methods don't always work well. The heart is super complex, and it doesn't act alone in the body. This is where multi-organ ch
A health problem has been popping up in Yunnan, China. It's called mumps. You know it that makes your face swell up. The bad thing is, this disease is causing big trouble. Even though there's a vaccine, cases keep coming back. This is a serious public health issue.
