Linearly Transformed Cosines, or LTCs, are a set of tools used for quick and accurate shading in games. They're great because they can be calculated quickly. Right now, game engines use LTCs to mimic a model called GGX, but only in its simplest form called isotropic GGX. When it comes to the more co
It's that time of year again when the NFL takes over your holiday plans. This season, the league is even teaming up with Netflix to stream games. Gotta love the spirit of giving, right? So, let's dive into the Week 17 matchups. First, let's talk Christmas Day. The Kansas City Chiefs are heading to
Great news for Pittsburgh Steelers fans! After a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury, star receiver George Pickens is all set to make a comeback. He's been declared fit to play against the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day. Pickens has been a standout player for the Steelers this season,
Atopic dermatitis (AD) patients often face lipid metabolism issues, leading to the long-term use of lipid-lowering drugs. However, the influence of circulating lipids and these medications on AD risk remains unclear. To shed light on this, researchers utilized genome-wide association studies (GWAS)
Get ready for an action-packed Week 16 in the NFL! Let's dive into some key matchups and make some predictions. The Buccaneers are favored over the Cowboys by 4 points. Don't let Dallas's recent win over the Panthers fool you. Tampa Bay has a strong running game with Bucky Irving, and the Cowboys a
Ever wondered how forensic scientists solve crimes using mysterious bodily fluids? These unsung heroes use a mix of tricks and tools to spot and analyze blood, semen, and other fluids at crime scenes. Let's dive into this fascinating world! Imagine a terrible knife attack. Blood from the victim and
Imagine having an operation and waking up with less pain and needing fewer strong painkillers. That's what VVZ-149, a new type of pain-blocking drug, aims to do. This small molecule targets two key components in our pain system – the glycine transporter type 2 and the serotonin receptor 5-HT2A. Re
Get ready for an exciting event at Universal CityWalk Orlando! This weekend, NBC Sports is setting up a live broadcast for "Football Night in America" right in the heart of CityWalk. The broadcast will take place on the CityWalk Plaza Stage, nestled between Vivo Italian Kitchen and the Epic Universe
Ever wished for a place on Aquidneck Island where you could play pickleball anytime, even when it's cold outside? Your wish is about to come true! The Newport Pickleball Club is set to open its doors at the end of the month, transforming the old Island Cinemas 10 space in Middletown into a state-of-
With just three weeks left in the NFL season, the race is tight. Florio and Simms, our football experts, are neck and neck in their picks. They both got 12 out of 16 games right last week, and they're close in total wins too. Florio leads by four in straight-up picks, while Simms is ahead by eight i
