Ever wondered how tiny nanoparticles behave in our bodies? Scientists have been studying how proteins stick to these tiny particles, forming something called a "protein corona. " This corona changes how the nanoparticles behave and function in biological environments. In a recent study, researchers
Ever wondered why metal-polymer pairs in brakes get worn out by hydrogen? Scientists are now figuring out a way to fix this by looking at how these materials react with water and hydrogen. They've found that keeping the metal's electrode potential below water's in a neutral medium helps. Also, the r
Every January, anti-abortion activists gather in Washington for the March for Life. This year, after the march, they attended the National Pro-Life Summit. Organized by Students for Life of America, the summit featured seminars, job fairs, and even a T-shirt pickup with slogans like “DEFUND PLANNED
Ever heard of a sneaky game tumors play to slip past our immune system? It's called adaptive immune resistance. One trick tumors use is to make more of a protein called PD-L1, which puts the brakes on immune cells. This PD-L1 is made in a part of the cell called the endoplasmic reticulum, and it can
Ever wondered how effective different methods are in spreading awareness about ADHD? There are many ways to educate caregivers, teachers, and clinicians, like training sessions, educational workshops, and behavior management strategies. Researchers recently combed through a bunch of studies to figur
Ever wondered how doctors spot bone issues in people with X-Linked Hypophosphatemia (XLH)? This rare metabolic disorder messes with bone mineralization and causes painful enthesopathies, which are tough to track. Enter 18F-Sodium Fluoride PET/CT. This imaging technique is like a superhero tool for d
Ever wondered if there's a link between celiac disease and hives? It turns out, there might be a connection worth exploring. Some people with celiac disease also experience hives, a skin condition known as urticaria. This isn't just a coincidence; it could be a sign that their immune system is overr
Ever wondered if damaged sperm DNA really affects IVF success? Scientists have been debating this for a while. Some say a high sperm DNA fragmentation index (DFI) means poor embryo quality. But recent studies show it's not that simple. First, let’s talk numbers. The threshold for diagnosing male in
Ever wondered how we judge our own performance when faced with tough decisions? It turns out, our ability to think about our thinking, called metacognition, plays a big role. This is especially true when decisions are complex and need lots of mental energy, like in economic choices. But how do we es
Ever wondered how those custom-made teeth aligners are made and if they're safe? A recent study looked into the safety of 3D-printed aligners made from a material called Tera Harz TA-28. These aligners can have different thicknesses, which might affect how long they need to be cured under UV light t
