Scientists have been looking into a particular protein called SUMO activating enzyme subunit 1, often shortened as SAE1. They want to understand its role in breast cancer. Using advanced computer-based studies and lab experiments, researchers found that SAE1 might speed up the growth of cancer cells
You might have heard about the tragedy that happened in New Orleans, where a man drove his truck into a New Year's crowd, killing 15 people. The FBI found a black flag in his truck that belongs to a group called the Islamic State, also known as ISIS. This group has been around for a while and has in
A terrible incident occurred in New Orleans on New Year's Eve. A truck plowed into crowds on Bourbon Street, killing at least 15 people and injuring more than 30. Among the victims were Martin "Tiger" Bech, a former Princeton University wide receiver, Reggie Hunter, a loving father of two, and Ni’Ky
When your body's cells produce energy, they also create byproducts called reactive oxygen species (ROS). These can damage DNA in various ways, one of the most common being the oxidation of guanine, a building block of DNA. This oxidized form is known as 8-oxoguanine (8-oxoGua). If not fixed, 8-oxoGu
Imagine you're in line for a crucial surgery like a hip or knee replacement, but the wait feels way too long. This isn't just a problem for you – it's a big question for everyone involved, like patients and surgeons. We decided to find out what they think about how people should be prioritized for t
Did you know that some dentists think using a special light could make silver diamine fluoride (SDF) even better at stopping cavities? That's what a recent study wanted to find out. They talked to dental professionals to understand their thoughts on using SDF with or without this light. The goal was
Conor McGregor has gone where Dana White couldn't, securing a massive deal to bring a Maori fighter to Italy. This move came after White's plans to host a UFC event at the Colosseum fell through. The initial idea was to have tech billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg fight there, but the event
Actor Jon Hamm has been quite the busy bee in 2024, with roles in Landman, The Morning Show, Fargo, and more. Recently, he appeared on CNN's New Year's Eve special with Andy Cohen, where they chatted about Jon's packed schedule. Cohen playfully called him the "male Nicole Kidman, " and Jon laughed i
Imagine losing your leg above the knee and needing a prosthetic. Traditional knees aren't perfect. They might be heavy, stiff, or uncomfortable. Scientists thought soft materials could help, but they're often too flexible to work well. So, what's the solution? Meet the new origami-inspired pros
You know how sometimes you need to find the best of two things at once, like the strongest but lightest bridge? Well, researchers have come up with a cool algorithm that does just that. It's called the 2-Archive Multi-Objective Cuckoo Search (MOCS2arc) and it helps find the best balance between two
