You know how proteins in your body can have sugar molecules attached to them? This process is called glycosylation. It's super important for things like making proteins strong and helping cells stick to each other. But sometimes, these sugar coatings can go wonky. When they do, it's linked to seriou
Recently, the Supreme Court tackled a tough Texas law that needs people to prove their age before seeing porn online. Some justices weren't sure if blocking software could really keep kids safe. They also pondered if outdated laws still work in today's tech-powered world. Justice Sotomayor seemed to
Attorney general nominee Pam Bondi had a tricky time answering a question from Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill. ) about the 2020 election results. Durbin wanted to know if President Donald Trump had lost the election. Bondi acknowledged that President Joe Biden is now in office and that there was a peace
Blood-contacting medical devices often trigger immune responses, leading to blood clots and cell overgrowth. Creating special textures on these devices to prevent these issues is a major challenge. Scientists have developed a unique titanium surface with tiny bumps and grooves, which are incredibly
Imagine the world's wealthiest people sitting together at Donald Trump's inauguration. Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg might be there, showing their support for the new president. Musk, the richest person on the planet, has donated a lot of money to Trump's campaign. Bezos, the Amazon bos
Sadly, Brazil is no stranger to violence, especially against transvestigender people. This affects their daily lives and health. The story starts with how these individuals feel unsafe, not just on the streets, but also in places meant to help, like primary healthcare facilities. Why does this matte
Between 1956 and 1962, the Escola Paulista de Medicina in Brazil received significant funding from the Rockefeller Foundation. This financial support aimed to modernize the school's medical training programs. The focus was on enhancing knowledge in basic sciences, improving clinical practice, and es
In 2021, a significant court ruling declared part of Brazil's Industrial Property Law unconstitutional. This led some pharmaceutical companies to file lawsuits aiming to extend their patents. A study was conducted to assess the potential economic fallout of these extensions on medicine costs for bot
The U. S. Supreme Court is diving into a hot topic: online age verification for adult content. Last week, the court took a close look at a Texas law that wants porn sites to check that users are 18 or older. This isn't just about Texas; 19 states have similar laws. But is this law fair or does it go
Donald Trump’s pick for the next attorney general, Pam Bondi, seems well-qualified on paper. She's spent years as a prosecutor and Florida's attorney general. But her recent comments about the 2020 election and threats to prosecute Trump's foes raise big questions about her independence and trustwor
