Eye-tracking technology is a hot topic in the worlds of virtual reality, neuroscience, and psychology. It's crucial for making VR experiences more immersive and for helping researchers understand how we process information. However, creating an eye-tracking system that is both accurate and speedy is
The Boston Diagnostic Aphasia Examination, or BDAE-2, is a well-known tool used to diagnose speech disorders. In Serbia, it has been in use for a while, but there is a lack of information on how well it works for Serbian speakers. A recent study set out to change that. Researchers wanted to see if t
The cervix is a key player in the dog's reproductive cycle. It's a part of the female reproductive system. It's a tube that connects the uterus to the vagina. It's important to understand how it changes during different stages of the cycle. This helps in managing reproductive health. A recent study
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, a group of over 6, 800 experts, is in trouble. More than 1, 900 members have sent out an urgent message. They're worried about the current administration's moves against science. This isn't just about politics. It's about the future of s
Lung cancer is a formidable foe, but some people manage to outsmart it. Dukhi Hong, an 84-year-old woman from Utah, is one of those rare individuals who have defied the odds. She was given a grim prognosis in 2019 when doctors diagnosed her with aggressive small cell lung cancer. This type of cancer
Heart issues are a big deal worldwide, and they are especially concerning in China. As people live longer, the risk of heart problems goes up. This is because many factors that lead to heart disease can be changed. These include things like smoking, eating poorly, and not exercising enough. However,
Food pantries are vital for many people. They provide essential food supplies to those in need. A recent project aimed to make a big difference. It wanted to see if digital technology could give customers more say in what they take home. The idea was to let people pick their own items using tablets.
Astrocytomas are brain tumors that can strike at any age, but they often hit younger and middle-aged adults the hardest. These tumors, when they have a specific mutation in the IDH gene, tend to have a better outlook. However, when these tumors show up in people 55 and older, things get a bit murkie
The US health scene just got a lot more complicated. A big shot in vaccine development, Dr. Peter Marks, has quit his job. He was the top vaccine official at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). He had a big role in the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines during the Trump administration. Mark
The Sundance Film Festival, a major event in Utah, is set to move to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027. This news came as a shock to many, but Utah's governor, Spencer Cox, is already looking ahead. He plans to use the funds originally allocated for Sundance to create a new film festival in the state. This
