Scientists have been trying to find the best way to make ZIF-8 membranes strong enough for industrial use. These membranes are really good at separating two important gases, C3H6 and C3H8. A recent study found that using supercritical ethane, scC2H6, to make these membranes might be the answer. Supe
When we think about survival after severe poisoning, we often focus on immediate recovery. But what happens to the brain long after the worst is over? That's what scientists wanted to find out using a mouse model of paraoxon (POX) poisoning. POX is an organophosphorus compound that can cause serious
Ever wondered what helps pig sperm swim and look their best? A hormone called GnRH-II and its receptor, GnRHR-II, might hold the key. These guys are super abundant in a pig's testes, hinting they play a big role. Scientists found that GnRHR-II is way more common in the testes than other reproductive
Have you ever wondered how we can make oil and water separate quickly and cleanly? Scientists have created a special kind of membrane that can do just that! This membrane is like a 3D sponge made from small molecules linked together. It's also really good at attracting oil (oil-loving, technically s
The potato tuber moth (PTM), Phthorimaea operculella, is a big problem for potato farmers everywhere. So far, the main way to deal with it is by using chemical pesticides, which are not great for the environment or people's health. Scientists have been looking for better ways to control PTM. They fo
Imagine tiny pores on plant leaves, known as stomata, working hard all day. They're not just there for show; they help plants breathe and prevent them from getting too hot. But what happens when the climate changes? That's what scientists are trying to figure out. In a changing environment, these s
The NFL isn't backing away from its partnership with rapper Jay-Z, despite recent rape allegations. Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed this at the league's winter meetings, saying, "We're aware of the civil allegations and Jay-Z's response. The litigation is ongoing, but our relationship remains t
Have you ever wondered why some noncoding RNA (ncRNA) molecules like to hang out together, forming tiny structures called condensates? Scientists have a hunch that it might have something to do with the types of building blocks, called nucleobases, that make up the RNA. There are two main groups of
Jharrel Jerome isn't your typical actor. He didn't meet Anthony Robles, the wrestler he plays in the new film "Unstoppable, " over coffee or dinner. Instead, they hit the gym together. Jerome, not a gym rat, felt the pressure immediately. Robles is no ordinary wrestler either. Born with one leg, he'
Imagine this: you're cozy at home, the heater's on, and flu season is kicking in. Now, add to that a bird flu, H5N1, that's spreading like wildfire among cows. Sounds scary, right? That's where we are now. This virus hasn't jumped to humans yet, but the chance is high as winter rolls in. We're in a
