The brain has a special group of cells that make a hormone called arginine vasopressin. These cells are always busy making this hormone. They are found in two specific areas of the brain called the magnocellular supraoptic nucleus and paraventricular nuclei of the hypothalamus. This constant work pu
Kidney transplant recipients often face a tough battle with infectious diarrhea. This is mainly because of the drugs they take to stop their bodies from rejecting the new kidney. These drugs weaken the immune system, making it easier for harmful germs to cause trouble. This can lead to serious probl
Exergames are a hot topic in the world of elderly care. These games combine exercise and video games. They are designed to make physical activity more fun and engaging. A recent study took a close look at how well exergames work for older adults. The focus was on three key areas: depression, daily a
Google has rolled out a fresh set of design guidelines for apps, focusing on how users move around within them. This update, part of the Material 3 Expressive package, brings some significant shifts in what's recommended for app navigation. The bottom bars, now called "navigation bars, " have under
In the early hours of Wednesday, the quiet of the night was shattered in northern Gaza. The Israeli military launched a series of airstrikes. The result was a grim tally of lives lost. The Indonesian Hospital in Beit Lahia was the first to report the grim news. By midday, over 50 bodies had been
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is eager to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin face-to-face in Istanbul. This potential meeting comes amidst ongoing tensions and the recent full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia. The last time these two leaders sat down together was back in December 2019
The Trump administration has decided to cut another $450 million in federal grants to Harvard University. This move is on top of the $2. 2 billion already cut. The administration has been putting pressure on the university over various issues. This includes diversity initiatives, financial controls,
In the realm of healthcare, a lot of focus is on preventing pressure ulcers. These are painful sores that can form on the skin when there is too much pressure on one spot for too long. This is a big deal for people who spend a lot of time sitting down, like those in wheelchairs. Three different type
Lung transplants can be a lifesaver for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. However, those with short telomeres face extra hurdles. Short telomeres make it tough for the body to handle certain drugs, like Mycophenolate mofetil. This drug is often given after a transplant to stop the body from
It is well-known that plants can be influenced by their surroundings. For maritime pines, temperature changes during early growth can lead to significant differences in how they develop. This was discovered through experiments that altered the temperature during the maturation of pine embryos. The r
