Schisandra chinensis fruits are famous for their health benefits. They protect the liver, reduce stress, and fight off harmful molecules. But, picking too many wild fruits led to farming them. However, farmed ones aren't as good as the wild ones. Scientists think this might be because wild plants face more challenges, like harsh weather. These challenges make plants ...
In the world of science, sometimes truth takes a backseat to prejudice. Such was the case with Sir Jagadis Chandra Bose, a brilliant scientist from Bengal. Recently, an article in this volume challenged a piece I wrote about Bose. While Kingsland and Taiz (2024) raised questions, the facts remain clear: One of Bose's key opponents, Daniel T. MacDougal, held racist vi...
Some lawmakers in the U. S. are digging deeper into NASA's plans for the Chandra X-ray Observatory. This telescope has been around for 25 years and its budget is in trouble. In a letter sent to the Chandra X-ray Center director, Patrick Slane, six members of Congress asked for more details about the telescope's operations and how cuts might affect it. NASA had propos...
As the 2024 Paris Olympics came to a close, Jordan Chiles, a UCLA gymnast, couldn't help but sing the praises of her Brazilian rival, Rebeca Andrade. Despite being from opposing teams, Chiles has developed a deep respect for Andrade's skills, calling her "that girl!" But what's behind Chiles' admiration for Andrade? Is it her incredible talent, or is there something ...
As Rhode Island lawmakers buzz about state Senator Sandra Cano's potential departure for a federal job, questions arise about her future and the implications for the state. Cano, a heavy favorite to be reelected to her Senate District 8 seat, has been tight-lipped about the US Small Business Administration job that would require her to step away from the Senate. But ...