Imagine trying to understand how molecules get excited. Scientists have come up with a clever way to do this using something called range-separated hybrids (RSHs). These RSHs are part of a bigger idea called time-dependent density functional theory. This new method doesn't force things to f
When it comes to understanding how kids with juvenile myositis (JM) are feeling, it is key to have tools that can accurately capture their experiences. One system that's been in the spotlight is the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System, or PROMIS. This system uses fixed short for
Steve Bannon, a controversial conservative figure, faced a courtroom turn recently. In 2022, he was hit with serious charges. The core reason? A borderline shady online fundraising effort called “We Build the Wall”. What? The campaign, with a devious twist, promised donations wouldn't pay one of th
Shoulder injuries are a big deal in emergency rooms across the US. These injuries are a major reason why people end up in emergency departments (EDs). Imagine this: from 2006 to 2016, a lot of folks walked into EDs with shoulder issues. These injuries can happen in many ways, from sports accidents t
The fight against soil-transmitted helminths (STHs), parasites that thrive in soil, is a worldwide battle. These infections are extremely common, yet detecting them is tough. Usually, doctors check for active infections by examining feces. But what if we want to find out if someone was exposed to wh
Pill mistakes are a big deal. They can lead to serious health problems and cost the healthcare system a lot of money. To stop this, scientists made special machines that check pills automatically. These machines are a lot faster than human pharmacists checking. It is still unknown if pharmacists ful
NASA's Starling satellite swarm is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration. The mission, which started in August 2023, has been testing out something called Distributed Spacecraft Autonomy (DSA). This means the Starling satellites can work together without needing constant hum
In Iran, where tradition and faith greatly influence families -- something true to many cultures -- understanding the different stuff that goes on in Iran households is essential. But here’s the twist: not much has been looked into understanding how spirituality and gender affect happiness and well-
A recent study explored the use of post-transplant high-dose cyclophosphamide (PTCy) in haematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) from mismatched unrelated donors (MMUD) in patients with acute myeloid malignancies. The research focused on whether PTCy, along with a calcineurine inhibitor and my
Imagine tiny, incredibly efficient networks that can make chemical reactions run smoothly. These are called d-π conjugated coordination polymers, or CCPs for short. Normally, they're super useful in reactions that involve light or electricity. However, they tend to fall apart when exposed to heat, m
