Get ready for an out-of-this-world trip! Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket is gearing up to launch six people into space this Friday. Among them is Emily Calandrelli, also known as “Space Gal, ” who is thrilled about her upcoming journey. She’s an MIT engineer and a popular science show host known fo
Imagine having a super-efficient sponge that can soak up tiny, harmful chemicals from water and even fish. That's basically what scientists have created with a new polymer. This polymer, made from a substance called 4-pyridinemethanol, is like a tiny, porous magnet for troublesome chemicals. These
When dealing with vasodilatory shock, doctors often wonder if setting a lower mean arterial blood pressure target is better than a higher one. This question is crucial because it can impact the survival rate of critically ill adults in the first 90 days after treatment. To find an answer, researcher
Imagine this: you go to the Mililani Pet Fair, have fun, and then a few days later, you hear about bird flu. Yep, that's what happened! The Hawaii Department of Health and Agriculture found H5N1 avian influenza in some birds from Central Oahu. These birds were at the fair on November 2, 2024, but th
Ever wondered how low energy intake affects male athletes? A recent study dived into this topic, focusing on how not having enough energy impacts various performance outcomes. The researchers also looked into whether there's a direct relationship between the level of energy intake and performance, a
In France, cannabis is a widely used but illicit substance. Recently, products like CBD, dubbed "cannabis light" or "cannabis well-being, " have hit the market. Simultaneously, the medical cannabis experiment began in March 2021. Cannabis can have beneficial effects, but it also comes with risks lik
Ever thought fruit flies could help us understand human health issues? Well, they can! Scientists have found that a specific gene in fruit flies, called Clc-C, behaves a lot like a human gene called CLC-5. Both these genes play a big role in how our bodies handle certain nutrients. When these genes
Mat Ishbia's love for basketball started early, but his skills didn't match his passion. He was a walk-on point guard at Michigan State, rarely getting off the bench during their 2000 national championship. After graduating, he considered coaching but chose a different path. He joined his dad's smal
Knee pain is no fun, right? But did you know that instead of just taking it easy, you can actually fight back against it with the right exercises? Pilates, for instance, can be a game-changer. It turns out that about one in four adults experience knee pain, and that number has been on the rise. Ost
Scientists are diving into the world of data assimilation to boost weather and hydrological forecasts. They've combined a land data assimilation component with a global atmospheric model called NICAM-LETKF. This mix allows them to conduct two types of experiments: strongly and weakly coupled land-at
