Native American tribes in the eastern U. S. face a tough situation. Their traditional food systems have been disrupted for a long time. This has led to health problems related to diet. Now, climate change is making things even harder. It's not clear how these tribes will be able to grow enough food
In the world of cancer treatment, scientists are always looking for new ways to make therapies more effective. One exciting area of research is using tiny organisms, like bacteria, to help with a type of treatment called CAR-based immunotherapy. This therapy uses specially engineered immune cells to
Smoking doesn't just harm your lungs. It also messes with your body's defense system. This is not news. But what is news is that scientists have found out how smoking affects your immune system. They looked at a big group of people and found some interesting things. First, smoking changes the way y
Exarta and Soneium, two tech innovators, have teamed up to bring Web3 experiences to a wider audience. This collaboration aims to blend the best of Web2 and Web3, making digital interactions, gaming, and media more accessible globally. Soneium, a Layer 2 network by Sony Block Solutions Labs, offers
Travis Scott's Cactus Jack Foundation is teaming up with NASA to give Houston's students a head start in STEM. The foundation, which supports education and community initiatives, has joined forces with Space Center Houston to create a new program for local students. The program, which ran for eight
In the microscopic world, bacteria and viruses are locked in a constant fight. Bacteria have a defense mechanism called CRISPR-Cas, which acts like a shield against viruses. But viruses, or phages, have developed counterattacks. They produce proteins called anti-CRISPRs (Acr) to weaken this defense.
Josephine Wentzel, a 67-year-old grandmother, transformed her life after her daughter's murder. Originally planning to travel in an RV, she instead dedicated herself to finding her daughter's killer, Raymond McLeod. McLeod, a former U. S. Marine, was accused of strangling Krystal Mitchell in 2016 an
In Lanzhou, China, nurses are often the target of workplace violence. This is a big problem in hospitals of all levels. A recent study looked into how common this violence is and what makes it more likely to happen. The study found that nurses in different types of hospitals face different levels o
The Don Harrington Discovery Center is kicking off 2026 with a bang, offering free admission on the first Monday of every month. This initiative, called “Free First Monday, ” runs from 4:30 to 7 p. m. , making it easier for families to explore science together without breaking the bank. But that's
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation has a new leader in science and conservation. Lizz Schuyler, a local expert, is taking the reins. She's no stranger to the Adirondacks, having grown up in the Pottersville/Schroon Lake area. Her journey in wildlife science started close to home and took he
