People often think of genetics as just about DNA, but math plays a huge role too. Over the last few decades, new math ideas have helped scientists understand our genes better. These advances are not just cool; they are changing how we study genes, evolution, and even crime scenes. One big area is f
The UK's female ex-service members have faced significant challenges, particularly those who served during the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. A recent study aims to shed light on the prevalence of military sexual trauma (MST) and its impact on their mental health. The study focuses on understandin
Fungi are sneaky survivors. They often find themselves in tough spots, like food or hospitals, where they need to adapt quickly. One way they do this is by picking up new genetic material from other organisms. This process is called horizontal gene transfer. Recently, scientists have found that fung
Ever tried to do something important right after waking up? It's tough, right? Now, imagine being a driver in a self-driving car. You're napping, and suddenly, you need to take over. But what if you were in deep sleep? A recent study looked into this. Researchers had people drive in a simulator aft
Soldiers often face brain injuries, even mild ones. These injuries can make it hard for them to do their jobs. But how do they get back to their duties safely? One way is by testing them in real-life situations. A test called POWAR-TOTAL does just that. It checks both their body and mind at the sam
Ochre, a red or yellowish earth pigment, has been around for ages. People in the Middle Stone Age (MSA) used it for more than just art. They had some clever tricks up their sleeves. Imagine using ochre to tan animal hides, make glue for tools, or even protect their skin. But how do we know this? Wel
The EU is stepping up its game on Israel. The Lithuanian president has called for action, saying the current situation is too dire to ignore. He wants the EU to come up with real options to address the crisis. This comes after a review, backed by 19 member countries, suggested Israel might be breaki
Plastic is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. But what happens when these tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, find their way into our bodies? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at samples from different organs of people who had passed away.
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is known for being hard to treat. It grows fast and doesn't respond well to most treatments. But there's a new treatment called sacituzumab govitecan (SG) that's giving hope to patients. In a big study called ASCENT, SG was compared to standard chemotherapy. The
In 2013, a simple cruise from Texas to Mexico turned into a nightmare. The Carnival Triumph, carrying over 4, 000 people, caught fire. This fire messed up the ship's power, which meant no toilets worked. Imagine being stuck on a ship with no working bathrooms for days. Yuck! The ship drifted in the
