Did you know that electric cars and solar panels, which are supposed to make our world greener, actually use rare metals that can be harmful? Scientists in Vienna are worried about these metals leaking into the air and water as these green technologies age. They found out that if we keep increasing
Isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH)-mutant gliomas frequently strike young adults, causing severe brain tumors that disrupt their lives. These tumors are notorious for hindering cognitive abilities and, sadly, often lead to death. Current treatments, though life-prolonging, have serious side effects, dam
Dynamic elastomeric fabric orthoses, or DEFOs, are game-changers for kids with cerebral palsy. Made from stretchy neoprene, these braces help align the body properly and send helpful signals to the brain. This could be the key to helping these kids take part in daily activities more easily. A recent
In the United States, language barriers often stand in the way of quality healthcare for Spanish-speaking individuals. These patients, often classified as having Limited English Proficiency (LEP), face unique challenges. Despite the potential of digital health technologies to bridge these gaps, ther
A surprising revelation shook the sports world when it was unveiled that 23 top Chinese swimmers tested positive for a prohibited performance-enhancing drug ahead of the 2021 Olympics. The Chinese officials stood firm, defending their decision to spare the athletes from punishment by pointing to sci
Scientists have discovered an innovative approach to boost the usefulness of carbon-based nanomaterials (CNMs) in fields like biomedicine and electronics. They've found that attaching polyglycerol (PG) to these materials can significantly enhance their properties. Typically, the "grafting from" meth
Imagine stepping back in time, way before dinosaurs ruled the Earth. There, you'd find a saber-toothed beast that was one of the first mammal-like creatures. This isn't a story from a fantasy book; it's real history! Recently, scientists unearthed a fossil on the sunny Mediterranean island of Mallor
Hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is vital for generating hydrogen fuel through water splitting. To make this process sustainable, researchers are searching for abundant materials like silicates. A recent study synthesized various metal metasilicates using a simple wet-chemical method followed by hi
Scientists are always looking for ways to use carbon dioxide (CO2) in helpful ways. One of their latest ideas is to turn CO2 into something called cyclic carbonates. This is where a new catalyst, called DIL@PDIL, comes in. This catalyst is made from a combination of dicationic ionic liquid (DIL) and
Paper is an eco-friendly choice for many products, but it's not great at storing electrical charges. Think of it like a leaky bucket—the charge just slips away. Scientists have figured out a way to make paper hold onto charge better by adding tiny pockets, or "traps, " for the charge to hide in. The
