Food insecurity is a big issue for many college students. Researchers are curious if a single question can effectively spot food insecurity. This study took a closer look at whether one simple question could be enough to identify food insecurity among college students. Researchers wanted to see if
Kidney stones are a pain, literally! When vets get them, they might need to see a specialist, right? We're talking about nephrologists here. These docs can really help manage kidney stones. So, how often do vets actually see them after getting diagnosed? That's what this study wanted to find out. Pr
In a recent study, scientists explored whether smartphone apps can accurately measure how fast a barbell moves during powerlifting exercises. They compared three apps - Qwik VBT, Metric VBT, and MyLift - against a commercial device called RepOne. Twenty experienced powerlifters tried out these tools
Did you play Backyard Sports as a kid? If so, you're in luck! A private investigator has helped bring back this classic series. The games were a big hit when they first came out, and now, thanks to Playground Productions, they're coming back. The first game to make a comeback was Backyard Baseball '
A recent study explored a new approach to improve photocatalytic performance by using alternating donor-acceptor (D-A) units in graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4). The researchers created a series of metal-free photocatalysts, named CNBTC-X, by combining g-C3N4 with different amounts of 5-bromo-2-thi
The Green Bay Packers recently beat the Chicago Bears 20-19, and there was a notable change in their defensive lineup. Eric Stokes, a cornerback who hasn't had any reported injuries, surprisingly played only four defensive snaps. This isn't the first time Stokes' playing time has decreased. In Octob
Did you know that the proteins in cow's milk can help keep you healthy? But first, they have to make it through your stomach and intestines intact. Scientists wanted to see how well proteins like beta-lactoglobulin and lactoferrin survive the journey. They used fancy tools like LC-MS/MS and SDS-PAGE
Ever wondered why Half-Life 2: Episode 3 never saw the light of day? A recent documentary from Valve itself dishes out some insightful details. The team had been working on a new ice gun that could freeze enemies, create cover, and even let players slide around like they were on a frosty skating rin
Imagine a harsh winter's night in 2021, where heavy snowstorms batter the United States. These extreme weather events are happening more frequently, potentially causing noticeable changes in wildlife. Meet the Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis), a small bird that might have undergone rapid natural sel
Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) is a protein that helps control which genes get turned on or off in our cells. Scientists thought that different chemicals, called ligands, would fight for the same spot on PPARγ to do their job. But it turns out, they can actually work togeth
