Imagine tiny molecules that can speed up healing and prevent scars. Sounds like science fiction, right? Well, it's not. Scientists have been exploring the potential of these tiny molecules, called microRNAs. One of them, miR-141-3p, has shown promise in helping wounds heal faster and reducing scarri
Imagine a world where medical research is as diverse as the people it serves. That's the goal of a unique program designed to boost the number of physician-scientists from backgrounds that are often left out of the mix. These underrepresented groups face real hurdles when trying to enter the field.
Glioblastoma is a nasty type of brain cancer that's super tough to treat. Doctors have been trying out a new trick to fight it: oncolytic viruses. These viruses are designed to target and kill cancer cells while also ramping up the body's immune response. But there's a catch. These viruses don't sti
Imagine a vast, lush forest in Taiwan, where seven different types of trees from the Fagaceae family stand tall. Scientists decided to take a closer look at the tiny, often overlooked world of fungi living in and around these trees. They wanted to see how these fungal communities changed over time a
A young man from Alabama found himself in hot water after admitting to his role in a major hack. This wasn't just any hack, though. It was a clever scheme that targeted the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission's social media account. The hackers used this account to spread false information abou
China's rapid economic growth has led to some incredible infrastructure projects. The country is home to half of the world's longest bridges. This is due to the massive number of people moving to cities and the booming industry of electric vehicles and other automobiles. China also operates some of
Mount Spurr, a volcano near Alaska's biggest city, Anchorage, has been showing signs of activity for the past 10 months. This isn't the first time the volcano has caused concern. Located in the Aleutian Arc, about 75 miles west of Anchorage, Mount Spurr has been the subject of close monitoring by ex
Scientists are always looking for new ways to fight fungi. This time, they wanted to see if a growth model that worked for one type of fungus, Aspergillus brasiliensis, could also work for two other types, Fusarium and Cladosporium. These fungi can be found on solid surfaces, like the ones in your k
In a recent vote, workers at an Amazon warehouse near Raleigh, North Carolina, chose not to form a union. The final tally was 2, 447 against and 829 in favor. This means only 25. 3% of the workers wanted a union. The Carolina Amazonians United for Solidarity and Empowerment (CAUSE) group, which push
Imagine you're driving through a winter wonderland, but suddenly, your car is stuck in the snow. What do you do? First, don't panic. The National Weather Service advises against traveling during harsh winter weather. But if you must, be prepared. You should have a well-stocked emergency kit in
