MoS2 is a widely available material with a stable structure, adjustable energy gap, and easy shear properties. These features make it valuable in fields like catalysis and biomedicine. However, its biocatalytic activity needs improvement for practical use in biomedicine. In this study, scientists cr
Imagine you're walking down a dark alley. You might think about crime and how it can hurt people. But have you ever thought about how it can affect a person's lifespan? This study took a closer look at this topic, specifically for people with substance use problems. They wanted to know if violent cr
During the Omicron and XBB COVID waves, Singapore faced a surge in infections. To handle the strain on hospitals, a unique approach called Hospital-at-Home (HaH) was implemented. This model aims to reduce the need for hospital beds and staff by using community healthcare services and remote technolo
Today was a nail-biter for the Bills as they faced the Patriots. The game started off rough with Buffalo trailing 14-0 at home. But they fought back, even recovering an onside kick to seal the deal in the last minutes. The final score was 24-21, a well-deserved win. Josh Allen, the Bills' quarterbac
Human nutrition has always been a mix of biology and culture. Let's start from the beginning, when our ancient relatives, the Homo genus, were busy foraging, scavenging, hunting, and gathering. This was a time when food was found in nature, not supermarkets. As time passed, we saw a big shift with t
Imagine you're taking care of a loved one who needs special nutrition through a tube. Sounds tough, right? That's the reality for many caregivers of patients on home enteral nutrition. This isn't just about mixing up some formula and feeding it through a tube. It's a whole new lifestyle that can aff
Hall of Fame baseball player Rickey Henderson, known for his incredible speed and base-stealing skills, has passed away at the age of 65. Henderson was a key player for nine different teams over his 25-year career, making a name for himself as a brilliant leadoff hitter and base stealer. He held num
Teenager Rubi Patricia Vergara, a student at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, sadly lost her life in a tragic shooting incident on Monday. She was just 14 years old. A fellow student, 15-year-old Natalie "Samantha" Rupnow, was the shooter, and she also took her own life at the s
Non-tuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease, or NTM-PD, is a type of lung infection that's been on the rise around the world. In the UK, this condition is becoming more common due to better diagnosis tools and increased awareness. The main culprit behind NTM-PD is a group of germs called Mycobac
Have you ever wondered what makes rice pollen so unique? One key player is a protein called OsPAD1. This protein is a lipid transfer protein, meaning it helps move fats around inside plant cells. In rice, OsPAD1 is crucial for creating tiny openings called apertures on pollen grains. Why are apertu
