The Swiss Industrial Biocatalysis Consortium (SIBC) hit a major milestone in 2024. They celebrated two decades of uniting professionals from various industries. These industries include pharmaceuticals, flavors and fragrances, fine chemicals, and agrochemicals. They all came together to talk about t
Suicide is a serious issue that affects many people. Most people who take their own lives see a healthcare provider in the year before their death. This fact highlights the need for suicide prevention efforts in all medical settings, not just mental health clinics. Screening and assessing suicide
Practice makes perfect, right? Well, there is a new tool out there to help you get better at talking to people. This tool is designed to help you improve your communication skills in a safe and risk-free environment. It is not a chatbot or an AI content generator. It is a conversational AI that
Zanthoxylum bungeanum, often called Sichuan pepper, is a plant with a lot of economic and medical value. It grows in many different places, so it faces a lot of environmental challenges. One way it handles these challenges is through something called bZIP transcription factors. These factors are lik
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made a surprising move by dropping its lawsuit against the crypto exchange Binance. This decision came just days after Binance started trading a new stablecoin created by World Liberty Financial, a company with strong ties to former President Donald Trump
In California, schools are serving snacks that are packed with sugar. This is a huge issue because it contributes to serious health problems in kids. These health problems were once only seen in adults. Now, children are facing issues like fatty liver disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Thes
In Massachusetts, the cost of child care is a major issue. The price tag for a toddler's care at a child care center is around $19, 961 a year. This is nearly double the national average. It is a significant barrier for many families. Two women, Lauren Birchfield Kennedy and Sarah Siegel Muncey, are
In the world of medicine, early detection is key. This is especially true for bladder cancer. A recent study has shown that a new method can spot signs of bladder cancer in urine. The method is a big step forward in how doctors can catch this disease early. The process uses tiny, specially desig
Suicide is a leading cause of death for women during pregnancy and after childbirth. This period, known as the perinatal phase, is crucial for both the mother and the baby. When a mother experiences suicidal thoughts, it can have serious negative effects on both of them. Early identification and sup
Nathan Fielder is a comedian who has recently shown his skills in the cockpit. He has been making waves with his show on HBO. The show focuses on the safety of commercial flights. Fielder believes that co-pilots often struggle to communicate openly with the captain. This can be a big problem if some
