Learning about the tiny world in our mouths and how our bodies fight off invaders can be tricky. But what if there was a game to make it easier? Enter the dual-role duel card game. This isn't just any game; it's designed to help students grasp complex ideas in oral microbiology and immunology. The g
Leptospirosis is a sneaky disease that often gets overlooked, but it's a big deal in many parts of the world. Scientists have been working on a new way to fight it using mRNA vaccines, similar to those used for COVID-19. This time, they targeted specific parts of the bacteria that causes leptospiros
Antia Veal is a scientist with a story to tell. She's not just a professor at Quinsigamond Community College, teaching human biology to aspiring nurses. She's also a voice for change, speaking out about the need for more diversity in medical studies and the importance of accurate science communicati
The human body is a complex machine, and scientists are always finding new ways it works. Recently, they discovered that fats, or lipids, can change how certain immune cells behave. These cells, called T cells, are like tiny soldiers in our body. They fight off infections and keep us healthy. But so
You know how plants have tiny pores on their leaves called stomata? These pores help plants breathe, but they also play a part in protecting them from pathogens. Interestingly, light can control how these stomata open and close. Blue or strong red light, for example, makes the pores open wider. Whil
