In the small town of La Crosse, Wisconsin, Gundersen Health System is on the lookout for dedicated volunteers to join their Crime Victim Services team. This team plays a crucial role in assisting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, providing much-needed support during difficult times. T
Have you ever wondered how doctors measure shoulder injuries? Well, it's not easy! One of the main problems in shoulder instability cases is a bone defect in the glenoid area. This isn't just a minor bump; it can seriously impact surgery results. Experts have been using various methods based on 3D-
In Colombia, COVID-19 has left a devastating mark, but not equally across the board. Some regions have been hit harder than others. What's more, these regions often overlap with areas where people are struggling with poverty in many different ways—not just money, but also education, healthcare, and
It’s all about closing the loop on plastic waste. Sam White, recently appointed CEO of GreenLabs Recycling, is spearheading an innovative project to reuse lab plastics. In collaboration with Veolia, they collect discarded lab equipment from clients like Sanofi, transforming it into new benchtop wast
Imagine you're trying to solve a puzzle, but you're missing some pieces. That's kind of what it's like when scientists study progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a disease that messes with your brain and spinal cord, causing damage to the protective layer around nerve cells. It affects million
Scientists in China decided to find out how well young adults with hearing loss can understand the different sounds in Mandarin Chinese. This language has four main tones: high, rising, falling-rising, and falling. The researchers thought that people who are better at lip-reading might also be bette
Have you ever wondered how to keep things cool in super-hot places? Scientists have found a new way using tiny silicon carbide fibers. They started with light, foam-like carbon tubes and turned them into even lighter aerogels. These aerogels can handle extreme temperatures, keep heat out, and bounce
You might be surprised to learn that not everyone gets the same level of heart care. For instance, women, seniors, and people from racial and ethnic minorities, as well as those from low-income or rural areas, often face tougher health outcomes. Ironically, these groups make up a big chunk of patien
Scientists are delving into a unique way to improve organic semiconductors by slightly altering their molecular structure. They did this by adding ethynyl groups to a compound called dihydrodiazapentacene, creating new molecules named 2a and 2b. These molecules look similar to their original forms,
In 2025, Bitcoin might reach new heights, according to Binance's new CEO, Richard Teng. He believes that positive regulatory movements in the U. S. will drive this change. Speaking at an event in Singapore, Teng explained that the new U. S. President, Donald Trump, is bringing clearer regulations th
