Scientists have found a treasure trove of new chemicals in the Euphorbia peplus plant. These chemicals, known as ent-abietane diterpenoid lactones, were separated into a group of eleven never-seen-before ones (1-11) and nine already known ones (12-20). Figuring out their structures and which way the
Everyone knows that PFL's recent purchase of Bellator has stirred up trouble in the MMA world. Many Bellator fighters are now speaking out about the frustrating gaps between fights and the unclear future of the promotion. UFC legend Matt Brown has been quite vocal about his worries, calling the merg
Ever wondered how microalgae could help protect our skin from the sun? Scientists have been looking into this, focusing on two types: Nannochloropsis oceanica and Chlorococcum amblystomatis. Their lipid extracts can potentially shield our skin from ultraviolet A (UVA) damage. These lipids work by k
Infected wounds often struggle to heal due to bacterial invasion and inflammation. To tackle this, scientists created a unique scaffold using hyaluronan and modified gelatin. This scaffold, called HAG-g-C, was designed to mimic a protein-rich environment and was decorated with a natural antimicrobia
Rabbi Avi Goldberg, a respected community figure, passed away last month while fighting in Israel's recent conflict with Hezbollah. He saw his military service as a religious duty, a view shared by many observant Jews in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Since the outbreak of war in October 2023, num
Mikey Musumeci, a grappling star, has set his sights on the UFC. He's keen to fight in the octagon, but first, he wants to boost the popularity of grappling. Meanwhile, Belal Muhammad is recovering fast from a toe infection and hopes to return soon. Over at PFL-Bellator, fighters are frustrated with
The upcoming UFC Macau event is set to be a thrilling night for fans, with a key bantamweight fight and an exciting strawweight matchup. China’s Yan Xiaonan, ranked sixth, will face Brazil’s Tabatha Ricci, who’s ninth in the division. Xiaonan, known for her striking, has a record of 18 wins and 4 lo
Jon Jones, the legendary UFC fighter, has made headlines again. This time, he’s not just defending his title, but also calling out some unexpected opponents. After his recent win at UFC 309, Jon Jones has expressed a desire to take on exciting matchups like one against Jamahal Hill. Hill, who hails
Alzheimer's disease messes with your memory and makes you confused. It happens when stuff called amyloid beta plaques and tangles pile up in your brain, blocking its normal work. There's no cure yet, and as people live longer, more folks will get it. Why does this happen? Lots of reasons, like infla
Ergothioneine, often found in our diet, is a powerful sulfur-containing amino acid with strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammation properties. It's no surprise that it might help against liver fibrosis, a condition caused by chronic inflammation and oxidative stress. But how exactly does it work? Tha
