Scientists are investigating how mercury, a harmful substance, might be affecting teens later in life after early exposure. They are particularly interested in 15-year-olds to understand if mercury exposure before and after birth can lead to health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Mercury
Teaching science to non-specialists can be tough. But here's a cool idea that's been working: using movies to explain physics. It's not just about watching films; it's about seeing science in action. This method, called "Physics in Films, " has been around for a few years. It uses scenes from popul
Muscle injuries often leave people wondering whether to rest or engage in rehabilitative activities. While activity can speed up recovery, it can also cause further damage if done too soon. Scientists have been exploring ways to enhance muscle healing, and one promising method is mitochondria transp
In the current Georgia Senate race, U. S. Rep. Mike Collins is making waves for all the wrong reasons. He recently shared a fake AI-generated video on X, claiming that Sen. Jon Ossoff supported a federal government shutdown, causing harm to ordinary people. The video puts words in Ossoff's mouth tha
Drinking orange juice every day might do more than just quench your thirst. A recent study suggests it could tweak how certain genes work, especially those related to heart health and metabolism. But before you rush to the fridge, let's break down what this really means. Researchers gathered 20 hea
Cancer is a tricky puzzle. Scientists have been using a special tool called the Reactome Graph Database to understand it better. This tool helps them see how different genes work together in the body. They looked at 862 genes that cause cancer and 324 genes that cause other diseases but often show u
Scientists have created a new way to help heal skin and other soft tissues. They used a special kind of hydrogel that can change shape over time. This hydrogel is printed in a way that allows it to be customized for each person's needs. The hydrogel sheets are very thin, about 1mm thick. This makes
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is in hot water. It's the most disliked game in the series, according to user scores on Metacritic. The game has a score of 1. 7, with 85% of users giving it a thumbs down. This is a big deal because it shows how unhappy fans are with the latest installment. Critics, on th
A scientist in Dallas has made a big discovery about how a gene can cause fatty livers but also protect arteries. Zhao Zhang, who works at UT Southwestern Medical Center, won a big award from the American Heart Association for this finding. The award, called the Jack Sarver Prize, comes with $25, 00
Fish live in water. This water is full of germs. Fish are born ready to face these germs. They have a built-in defense system. This system is always on guard. It is called the innate immune system. One of its key weapons is tiny proteins called antimicrobial peptides, or AMPs. These AMPs help fish f
