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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Detecting Xylazine in Urine and Food: A New Way with Antibodies

Xylazine, often found in illegal opioids and used as a vet sedative, is a dangerous substance. It’s linked to drug crimes and health risks, even appearing in food samples. Scientists found a quick way to spot it using antibodies. They designed four new haptens, like tiny signals for the antibodies t

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Nov 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Designing Medications with AI: Meet Chemistry42

Ever wondered how scientists come up with new medicines? Enter Chemistry42, a smart software platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to design new molecules with specific properties. This isn't your average software; it's part of a bigger drug discovery toolkit called Pharma. ai by Insilico

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Power of UI Design in Fighting AI Bias

Ever thought about how the way we interact with AI can affect its decisions? turns out, it's a big deal, especially in healthcare. User interface (UI) design plays a crucial role in mitigating bias in AI-based clinical decision support (CDS). Imagine this: a doctor is using an AI tool to diagnose a

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Nov 21 2024OPINION

Heritage Rules: A Burden or Benefit?

You might think that having a historic home is a great thing, but for some, it comes with a big price tag. The City of Kingston is considering forcing owners of old buildings to keep their homes looking a certain way, even if they don't want to. This can cost a lot of money and might not be what the

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Nov 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Android 16 Updates Wi-Fi QR Sharing with a Stylish Touch

In Android 16 Developer Preview 1, the Wi-Fi QR code sharing menu has been given a fresh look. This change aims to make it easier to connect devices using visuals that are more in line with Material You design principles. Instead of the usual square QR code, you'll now see a uniquely shaped one, fol

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Nov 19 2024HEALTH

Keeping Bulimia in Check: Can Apps Really Help After Therapy?

When people finish therapy for bulimia-spectrum eating disorders, like bulimia nervosa, they often struggle to keep up the skills they learned. Despite going through an intense treatment called CBT-E, many see their condition worsen again. This is a big problem, and one possible solution is using di

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Nov 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Snake Eater: A Different Kind of Metal Gear Solid

It’s been 20 years since Naked Snake took a massive leap—literally—into the jungles of Tselinoyarsk. This wasn’t just another Metal Gear Solid game; it became the perfect one, setting new standards for stealth and storytelling. Instead of sticking with the familiar, Metal Gear Solid 3 took us back t

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Nov 16 2024CRIME

Police Investigate Hate Crime in Vancouver: Pro-Palestinian Group's Office Searched

Last Thursday, Vancouver police took one person into custody as part of a hate crime investigation. The arrest happened during a search of a home in the 1800 block of East 1st Avenue. The person was later released while the investigation continues. Police are looking into a possible violation of Can

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

How Supervisors' Personalities Affect Nurse Performance

Are you wondering how nurse supervisors' personalities can impact their team's performance? A recent study dives into this topic, focusing on the Dark Triad traits—Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy. These traits can have a significant influence on nurses' task performance, but it's not a

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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Dragon Age: The Veilguard's Photo Mode: A New Way to Explore

I never thought I'd be pausing my gaming adventures to take pictures. But Dragon Age: The Veilguard has changed my mind. The game's photo mode is surprisingly fun and easy to use. It lets you snap shots from different angles, which is great for capturing the unique and artistic scenes. The game's gr

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