Ever heard of a fungal infection called paracoccidioidomycosis, or PCM? It's a big deal in Latin America, especially Brazil. You might ask, what does this have to do with blood vessels? Scientists have been puzzled about a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor, or VEGF, and its role in P
First flying in 2008, Embraer's Phenom 100 is the entry-level business jet for the Brazilian manufacturer. It has evolved in many ways. The Phenom 100E added spoilers for better performance. Its successor, the 100EV, swapped engines for more thrust and updated avionics. The latest model, the 100EX,
Ever wondered how stress can affect your body's aging process? Scientists looked into this by studying a gene called GABRA6 and its link to telomere length in blood cells. Telomeres are like caps at the end of your DNA strands, and their length is a marker for how fast your cells age. The GABRA6 gen
Have you ever noticed that your itch gets worse at night? For people with skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, this is a common problem. Scratching in your sleep can make your skin worse, disrupt your sleep, and lower your quality of life. But how do you measure that? Scientists have been trying
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we use public transport. Researchers in Brazil decided to study how the virus spread among people using public transport in poorer areas, before vaccines were available. They looked at the rate of COVID-19 positivity and other related factors. You might won
Imagine tiny, bubble-like structures called vesicles trying to squeeze through tiny holes in a membrane. This isn't just a fun exercise in physics—it's how some parasites invade our cells and how drugs might someday deliver their payload through our skin. Researchers used a combination of computer m
In the heart of Northeastern Brazil, there's a group of small shrubs known as the Mimosa Cordistipulae. These plants were first spotted by botanist Barneby in 1991. What makes them special? They're tiny, have sticky hairs on their leaves, and their flowers have three parts. Some of these plants are
It all started with a happy four-year-old boy named K, who suddenly found it tough to move his feet. His mom brought him to the ER, saying he’d been a bit less active than usual for the past couple of days. No fever, no cough, no tummy issues – just a slight change in his activity level. The doctor
Ever felt a sense of peace after drinking tea? That could be thanks to L-theanine. This little-known amino acid, naturally found in tea, has been making headlines. Some people say it helps them relax and think better. But is there science to back this up? Your body can quickly absorb L-theanine, an
Recently, Mayor Brandon Johnson's campaign finance report revealed over $200, 000 in previously unreported funds. This comes after his spokesperson, Christian Perry, told Politico in early January that the mayor actually raised around $200, 000, despite an earlier report showing only $970 for the la
