Imagine trying to figure out how a drug will behave in a human body. It's a tough job, right? Scientists often use lab tests and animal models to predict this, but these methods aren't always accurate, especially when it comes to drugs processed by an enzyme called uridine diphosphate-glucuronosyltr
Imagine cells that can transform into almost anything. These are called pluripotent stem cells. They can be coaxed into becoming mesenchymal stem cells, or MSCs. These MSCs are superheroes in the world of medicine. They help fix and regrow damaged tissues. Scientists have been studying them for a wh
Morels, those prized fungi in terrestrial ecosystems, have a lot going on in their genetic makeup. They are known for their diverse ecological roles, but their mitochondrial genomes, or mitogenomes, have been a bit of a mystery until now. Scientists have taken a deep dive into the mitogenomes of 30
Imagine being a teacher in a rural school, trying to make a difference in your community. Now, imagine the rug being pulled out from under you. That's what happened when a big chunk of teacher training funds disappeared. The Trump administration chopped $600 million from these programs, claiming the
In France, patients with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (LAM NSCLC) have been given nivolumab as a second-line or later treatment. This drug is part of a group known as immune checkpoint inhibitors, which help the body's immune system fight cancer. The study focused on how patient
Lung cancer is a serious disease that affects many people. In Norway, researchers looked into how different types of advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are treated. They focused on patients with specific genetic changes: EGFR+, ALK+, and ROS1+. These genetic changes can make a
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a big deal in China. Many people with COPD do not get the flu vaccine. This is a problem because COPD makes it harder to fight off infections. So, researchers wanted to see if teaching patients more about the flu vaccine could change things. They f
Dust storms are more than just big, ugly clouds. They play a huge role in how our oceans get the iron they need. Iron is super important for tiny ocean plants, called phytoplankton, to grow. These plants are at the bottom of the food chain and feed everything from tiny shrimp to giant whales. So, un
Chronic low back pain is a widespread issue affecting many people around the world. It's a common problem that can make everyday activities challenging. Despite this, many people with chronic low back pain do not engage in regular exercise, even though it is highly recommended as a key part of manag
Imagine this: A surgeon with a big vision for healthier school lunches is up for a major job. Dr. Marty Makary, a well-known figure from Johns Hopkins University, is in the running to lead the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If he gets the job, he's got some big plans. First off, he
