On Wednesday, the White House Office of Management and Budget reversed a memo that froze federal grants. This memo, sent on Monday evening, caused confusion and legal challenges. The goal was to review spending that might not align with Trump's recent executive orders, like those targeting diversity
Ever wondered how a tiny creature like the Noah's Ark shell (Arca noae) builds such intricate structures? Scientists dove deep into this question, using powerful tools like X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopes, and atomic force microscopes to understand the shell's makeup. They found tha
Have you ever wondered why some electronic devices can heat up quickly? A big reason is tiny components called GaN HEMTs. These little transistors can get really hot, especially when there are many of them. Scientists came up with a clever solution: they swapped the silicon carbide base with a singl
Ever thought about why certain scientists seem to be everywhere, while others are hardly noticed? Let's explore how people in Germany and South Africa view these prominent scientists. According to a book by Rae Goodell, these high-profile scientists often stir up controversy, communicate well, and h
President Trump has sparked controversy again by trying to ban transgender people from the military. This time, he says it's because they're not focused enough on training and winning wars. Critics argue that trans troops have been serving successfully for years. The new order says anyone with gende
In the early 1960s, two brilliant scientists, Eduardo Lissi and Juan Grotewold, kicked off a remarkable journey in chemical kinetics and photochemistry at the University of Buenos Aires' School of Sciences. Politics played a big role in shaping their group's evolution, with members scattering across
Ever wondered how we can really get over our fears? Turns out, the timing of our fear-facing sessions plays a big role. A recent study dug into how long-lasting our fearless memories can be. They tested different schedules like bunched-up (massed) and spread-out (spaced) training sessions. Guess wha
A group of 24 Democratic attorneys general have decided to take legal action against the White House. Why? They want to stop a sudden pause on trillions of dollars in federal aid, including grants and loans, which was announced late Monday. This freeze could impact a wide range of programs, from uni
After a nearly six-decade hiatus, NASCAR is buzzing with excitement as it makes its grand return to Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Known fondly as “The Madhouse, ” this historic quarter-mile oval will host the season opener of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. The track, which first
Inflammation is a big deal, and it's involved in many diseases that affect people worldwide. One specific receptor, called P2Y14, plays a crucial role in these inflammatory responses. Scientists have been working on new drugs to block this receptor and reduce inflammation. They used a process called
