Scientists recently dived into the genetic world of a bacterial strain called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum HMX2, which they found in Chinese Sauerkraut. They used advanced sequencing tools to study its DNA and see if it could be a helpful probiotic. This little bacterium, they discovered, has a lot
Ensuring the safety of medicines during pregnancy is really important, but it's tricky because pregnant women are often left out of clinical trials. This makes it hard to figure out how drugs might affect them. A recent study tried to solve this problem by using advanced AI and machine learning to p
These days, pharmaceutical companies are big fans of medicinal plants. Why? Because they are cheap and have fewer side effects than regular drugs. But, identifying these plants can be tough, time-consuming, and prone to errors. That's why researchers are excited about automatic classification of the
When it comes to treating and preventing animal diseases in East Africa, one thing is crucial: veterinary pharmaceuticals must be both safe and efficient. As the global market for these drugs grows, it’s essential to follow strict rules at every step, from production to storage and administration. T
Get ready for a busy Thanksgiving travel season! Millions of people are hitting the roads and skies, making it one of the busiest times of the year. While airports aren’t quite back to pre-pandemic numbers, they’re still expecting a lot of passengers. Cars will be the main mode of transport, with ov
This week, New England is bracing for some interesting weather. Let's start with the good news: Wednesday brings plenty of sunshine and cool temperatures, perfect for travel. But hold on, because things are about to change. By tonight, the skies will fill with clouds as a storm approaches. Don't wor
Hannah Kobayashi vanished while traveling from Hawaii to New York City. Her dad, Ryan Kobayashi, flew to Los Angeles to find her, but the search took a toll. Ryan scoured some of LA's toughest neighborhoods, including Skid Row, before his body was found in a parking lot near his daughter's last know
Have you ever wondered who should monitor visitors at schools? Some secretaries in Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 are saying it's not their job. Instead, they think security personnel should handle it. But the district disagrees. The issue surfaced at a recent board meeting. Linda Unda,
Three politicians from Massachusetts have asked the Pentagon’s top boss to think about grounding the military’s V-22 Ospreys until safety issues are fixed. These planes, which can fly like both a helicopter and an airplane, have been involved in over 21 major crashes. Many of these accidents are lin
A judge in Denver decided a transgender volleyball player from San Jose State can play in the Mountain West Conference tournament this week. Some team players sued, saying it's unfair and dangerous. The judge didn't agree and said the rules haven't changed. San Jose State is excited to compete. The
