Forensic science is getting a boost from new sequencing technology. This tech lets scientists get genetic info from tough samples. One new tool, IBDGem, looks at sequencing data, even from low-quality samples, to figure out if a DNA match is likely. But here is where things get tricky. IBDGem checks
The world of mental health support for kids is changing fast. Smartphones, those tiny computers we carry around, are now packed with AI-powered apps. These apps are stepping up to tackle the mental health struggles that kids face today. It is important to understand that mental health issues among
Soil is a living, breathing thing. It's not just dirt under our feet. It's a complex web of life that supports plants, animals, and even us. But what happens when the weather turns harsh? How does soil handle drought and heat? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at different types of soil. So
A group of former employees from the U. S. Agency for International Development used social media to send a message to Elon Musk. The group, calling themselves Friends of USAID, took to Instagram. They wanted to respond to Musk's recent public argument with President Donald Trump. It all started
The story of medicine is often told as a tale of men. But women have always been part of it. They have been patients, healers, and innovators. Yet, their contributions are often overlooked. One such overlooked figure is Dora Gerson. She was a doctor in Dresden. She was one of the first women in Germ
Plants face a lot of challenges from their environment. They have to deal with droughts, salt, extreme temperatures, and even attacks from pests and diseases. To handle these issues, plants use special tools called transcription factors. These tools help plants respond to stress by turning specific
The quest to improve energy storage and conversion has led to some clever tricks with carbon materials. One standout method involves using a special salt to create carbon nanosheets with plenty of defects and pores. These aren't flaws, but features that make the carbon better at storing energy and c
Smoking during pregnancy has long been linked to various health issues in newborns. But how does it affect them at a molecular level? Research has shown that sustained smoking by mothers during pregnancy can lead to changes in the DNA of their newborns. These changes, known as methylation, can af
Big companies are making big changes. They are cutting jobs. Why? It's not just about saving money. It's about adapting to a changing world. The global economy is uncertain. Trade tensions are high. And technology is advancing fast. Artificial intelligence is a big part of this. It's changing how co
A well-known boxer, Imane Khelif, will not be competing in the Eindhoven Box Cup. This decision comes right after a new rule was put in place by World Boxing. The rule requires all athletes to undergo sex testing. Khelif, who is from Algeria, did not sign up in time for the event. The deadline for r
