Ever wondered why some plants avoid self-pollination? Meet self-incompatibility (SI), a clever genetic trick that promotes cross-pollination. SI is like a bouncer at a plant party, letting in pollen from other plants but keeping its own pollen out. This happens thanks to a special gene called the S-
Imagine you're in a spaceship far from Earth, and something goes wrong. Back in 1970, NASA folk had to fix a problem on the Apollo 13 journey using only what they had onboard. They couldn't just pop over to the store for spare parts! So, they used something called a "digital twin" for help. It's lik
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma, a type of cancer prevalent in certain regions, has a strong link to the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). This study wanted to find out which imaging method, 68Ga-DOTATATE PET/CT or 18F-FDG PET/CT, was better for detecting and managing EBV-positive nonkeratinizing nasopharyngeal ca
Sports are a big deal worldwide, and China is no exception. Its sports industry is growing fast, with predictions it'll reach an astonishing $776 billion by 2025. What's driving this growth? Well, the Chinese government is investing heavily in sports infrastructure. They're building stadiums and tra
Have you ever heard of a college athlete making millions just by being themselves? Meet Olivia Dunne, LSU's gymnast who's raking in an impressive $4. 2 million a year through NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals. She's not just dominating on the gymnastics mat, she's also topping charts like Forbes' Cr
Just over two years ago, Jordan Chiles was on a beach with friends, playing around and imagining a Sports Illustrated photoshoot. Fast forward, she's now living her dream as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit athlete. The accomplishment came after winning gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but also facing
NASCAR racers have a hectic schedule, with 36 race weekends and non-stop practicing. Even legends like Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott spend off-seasons racing on dirt or cart tracks. But 7-time Cup Series champ, Richard Petty, says it's important to enjoy the moment. He suggests, "Enjoy your life a l
Cancer is a major health issue worldwide, and breast cancer, in particular, is a significant concern. Despite advancements in treatment and prevention, it remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of breast cancer.
The brain is a complex and sensitive organ, protected from the outside world by a series of barriers. These barriers, like the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and blood-cerebrospinal fluid barrier (BCSFB), act like a fortress, letting only certain molecules in while keeping out potential threats—including
Eleven months after Ingenuity, a helicopter on Mars, made its last flight, engineers and scientists from NASA and a private company involved in its creation have found the probable cause of its crash. The problem? The chopper's sensors didn't see enough detail on Mars' smooth surface to figure out i
