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Dec 02 2024HEALTH

The Strength of 3D-Printed Dental Crowns: A New Look

Researchers have decided to take a closer look at how strong dental crown materials are. They're not just checking the traditional milled zirconia, but also two new types made with 3D-printing technology. This method is officially called 3D-LCM (Liquid Crystal Monomer). Now, you might be wondering h

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Dec 02 2024HEALTH

The Power of Biomaterials in Neural Regeneration

Did you know that our bodies produce tiny molecules called reactive oxygen species (ROS) during normal oxygen metabolism? These molecules can act as messengers, influencing various processes in the body. However, when there are too many ROS, they can cause big problems, especially in the brain and n

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Dec 02 2024CRYPTO

Bitcoin's New Fans Face Unique Challenges

Imagine this—Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US now hold over a million tokens, roughly 5% of the total supply. That's almost the same amount the mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, owns! But here's a twist: a Senate ally of former President Trump wants to sell some Federal Reserve gol

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Dec 02 2024AGRICULTURE

Farming Futures: How Veterans Find New Roots in Agriculture

In the United States, farming is facing a future where more hands are needed on the land. Simultaneously, military veterans are looking for new career paths after their service. This is where a unique program at Appalachian State University in North Carolina steps in. The program, known as Frontline

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Dec 02 2024SCIENCE

Light-Triggered Scaffold for Nerve Regeneration

Scientists have built a smart scaffold that helps in repairing damaged nerves using light. The scaffold is made with nanoparticles that release a gas called nitric oxide (NO) when hit by a special light called near-infrared light. This gas helps nerve cells grow and heal. The special thing about thi

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Dec 02 2024POLITICS

Jay Bhattacharya's Rise: A Lesson in Science and Freedom

Four years back, Jay Bhattacharya was shunned by colleagues at Stanford and silenced on social media for his views on the pandemic. He's come a long way since then. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated him to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). If approved, this could be a big win fo

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Dec 01 2024WEATHER

Winter's First Chill: What to Expect in New England

Get ready, New Englanders! Sunday is going to be a chilly one. Expect a breeze that'll make it feel like it's 8 degrees colder than the actual temperature. Don't be surprised if you don't feel warmer than 30 degrees, especially if you're near the coast. The breezy and cold weather isn't stopping an

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

A New Light on Fighting Brain Cancer: Combining Drugs and Heat

Brain cancer called glioblastoma is tough to treat. One problem is that the single drugs we use often don't reach the tumor well and the tumor's environment can make these drugs less effective. Scientists are now trying a new approach that involves using light and heat to kill cancer cells. This met

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Nov 30 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Daily Lives of African Genets: How Seasons and Competition Affect Their Nightly Routines

Ever wondered what keeps African genets busy at night? Two types of genets, the small-spotted and Cape genets, were studied to find out how seasons and competition affect their nightly activities. These tiny carnivores live in the same area but have slightly different habits. Scientists tracked them

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Nov 30 2024SCIENCE

Connecting ALICE to the Grid: A Data Management Adventure

Ever wondered how scientists manage massive amounts of data from experiments? Let's dive into how the ALICE experiment at CERN, which studies heavy-ion collisions, connects with the European Data Grid (EDG)—a network of computers that work together like a super-powerful machine. At the heart of ALIC

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