Imagine a tiny world underground, where plant roots meet and greet a crowd of microorganisms called the rhizosphere microbiome. Some of these microbes can trigger the plant's immune system—like when they detect flg22, a snippet from the flagellin protein found on bacterial cells. However, a few comm
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
Imagine you're an older adult living with asthma. How you deal with daily stress can greatly impact your health. Researchers have found that how people cope with problems can either ease or worsen their asthma symptoms. They looked at how depression affects this relationship and found that it's not
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a tenacious disease that targets the rectum and colon. But here's a surprising fact: the rectal environment plays a crucial role in triggering relapses. So, why is this the case? Researchers dived into this question in a two-step study. They compared gene activities in the
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, and it comes in many different forms. This makes it tricky to diagnose and treat. One important process in our cells is called ubiquitination, which helps regulate many things like the cell cycle, DNA repair, and more. Deubiquitinating enz
Senator Joni Ernst from Iowa is worried that she might have a tough time in the upcoming 2026 re-election. Why? Because of the conflicts around President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth. Ernst is feeling the heat from Republican activists who want her to back Trump's
Imagine a group of young men, aged between 20 and 31. They embarked on a journey of running that lasted seven weeks. The aim was simple: to see if regular exercise could affect their mood and change the structure of their brain. Scientists measured how much oxygen they could take in while running (
Noah Lyles is known for his vibrant personality and speed on the track. But behind the scenes, he's faced challenges you wouldn't expect. Before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, Lyles was dealing with depression. It got so bad that he almost quit the sport. Imagine the fastest man in the world considerin
You might be one of the millions taking duloxetine, a common antidepressant. Recently, it was found to contain a nasty surprise: a chemical linked to cancer. This chemical, N-nitroso-duloxetine, is a manufacturing byproduct that can also be found in rocket fuel. Yikes! On November 19, the FDA recal
In recent years, China has seen a surge in Internet use among middle-aged and older adults in rural areas. This wave of connectivity has led to increased online shopping, entertainment, and learning opportunities. However, the construction of digital villages is now raising questions about its impac
