Every plant has its own clock, and in the case of rapeseed (Brassica napus), two transcription factors are calling the shots. Say hello to BnaC09. FUL and BnaC06. WIP2! These guys are like the good cop (BnaC09. FUL) and the bad cop (BnaC06. WIP2) when it comes to flowering time. Early bloomers are
In bustling Farmingdale, New York, there's a little store that's become a big part of the community's fabric. The Flower Shop of Farmingdale turned 20 this week. To celebrate, the shop held a ribbon cutting event. Owner Jeanette Zimmerman-Schmidt looked back at the journey. "It's not just about flow
Ever wondered how different training methods can impact the strength of female basketball players? Let's dive into a study that compared two approaches: Flywheel Resistance Squat Training (FRST) and Traditional Resistance Squat Training (TRST). This research focused on how these methods affect the l
Rob Kardashian is back in the limelight, but this time it's not because of his own social media posts. His mom, Kris Jenner, shared a throwback photo of him as a kid during Halloween, and fans couldn't believe their eyes. The photo showed young Rob dressed up as Dracula, and he looked so much like h
Ever tried to find a tiny needle in a massive haystack? That's similar to detecting specific molecules like Rafiki 6G (R6G) in a crowded environment. Surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) is like a super-powered microscope that can spot these rare molecules. But making a surface that consistently
Have you ever wondered how a serious leg injury affects daily life? The QUINTET study is digging deep into this question. Researchers are focusing on the quality of life for people who've had open lower limb trauma. This means injuries where the skin and flesh are torn, exposing bones, muscles, or t
Scientists have been exploring the health benefits hidden in raspberry plants. Previously, they looked at how growing conditions and ripeness affect the beneficial compounds in raspberry leaves and fruits. Now, they've turned their attention to the flowers. Using advanced tools like high-performance
Imagine you’re facing an amputation due to Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). It can be quite scary, right? PAD affects many people, and in its final stages, it might lead to amputation of the legs. No one wants that, so surgeons are always looking for better ways to handle these tough cases. Enter
Welcome to Week 13 of fantasy football! With no byes, there are loads of players to choose from. Let's dive into the best and worst matchups for quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends. Quarterbacks: * Top Pick: C. J. Stroud (QB – HOU) faces the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jaguar
The realm of plastic and reconstructive surgery is evolving, with a growing emphasis on embracing diversity. Initially, the focus was on providing more opportunities for women and individuals from Black and Hispanic/Latino backgrounds. Today, the concept of diversity has broadened to include religio
