SCN1A is a gene that makes a protein. This protein is important for the brain to work right. When there are problems with this gene, it can cause some serious health issues. These problems are called channelopathies or channelepilepsies. These issues are rare but can be very tough on the people who
DC residents should brace for a stormy Sunday. The weather forecast for the day includes strong winds and severe thunderstorms. The National Weather Service has warned about a hazardous weather outlook for the region. The main threats are strong winds and hail, with the possibility of damaging winds
ICESat-2, a satellite launched in 2018, has just hit a huge milestone. It has fired 2 trillion laser pulses from space. This satellite is equipped with a super-accurate laser system called ATLAS. ATLAS has been busy measuring the height of ice sheets, glaciers, forests, and even the ocean floor. Th
The forecast for Sunday morning is bright and clear. Temperatures are expected to be in the 50s. This is a big change from the stormy weather that hit the region over the weekend. The 40th annual St. Patrick's Day parade, also known as the "Wearin' of the Green, " will take place in the after
The gaming world has seen some big changes in the last few years. Microsoft, a major player in the industry, has been making some bold moves. Microsoft's former Xbox executive, Peter Moore, recently shared some interesting thoughts on the future of gaming. He believes that Microsoft would be happ
Sunday is going to be a beautiful day. The sun will be shining brightly, and temperatures will be pleasant. The Eastern Plains will see highs in the 60s, while the I-25 corridor will range from the upper 50s to 60s. Even the High Country will enjoy temperatures from the upper 30s to 50s. The weathe
Sea levels have been creeping up steadily. Since 1993, the global sea level has risen by over 10 centimeters, or about four inches. This might not sound like much, but it's a clear sign that something bigger is happening. The rate of this increase is speeding up. Scientists have been tracking this t
Rabbits and hares have a unique feature in their skulls. They have holes in their snouts and at the back of their skulls. This is unusual because other herbivores with long snouts don't have these holes. Scientists have been curious about why these holes exist and what purpose they serve. T
Robotic arms, or six-degree-of-freedom (DOF) parallel mechanisms, face big challenges. These challenges include internal uncertainties, external disturbances, and interference between actuators. To tackle these issues, researchers developed a clever control strategy. This strategy combines third-ord
The recent changes to student loan policies have left many borrowers in a tough spot. Nearly 43 million Americans with federal student loan debt are now facing a significant increase in their monthly payments. This change comes as a result of the Trump administration's overhaul of the education sys
