People in hospitals often get medicine to fight infections. One such medicine is flucloxacillin. But how do doctors know if the right amount is getting into the blood? That's where therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) comes in. TDM checks the levels of medicine in the blood to make sure it's working we
In the world of science, there are many unsung heroes. One such hero is a person who worked in the pharmaceutical industry. Their job was to protect science from harmful policies. But their life changed when they faced a serious health issue. It all began with a bad backache. They ignored it at fir
The Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition 2025 has revealed its winners, highlighting the beauty of science through photography. This year, the competition, run with the Royal Photographic Society, showcased images that blend art and science, revealing hidden natural wonders. Dr. Martin
Twins have always fascinated people. They share a unique bond, but sometimes, that bond comes with challenges. Take, for example, a set of fraternal twins where one has Turner syndrome and the other doesn't. This rare situation raises questions about how such differences affect their lives and their
Cancer is a tricky foe. It has some common traits, but finding shared molecular patterns across different types has been a challenge. Now, with tons of data at hand, researchers are diving deep to uncover these hidden links. A recent study took a big leap. They looked at data from twelve different
In a twist of fate, a vaccine meant for shingles might also be a secret weapon against dementia. Researchers stumbled upon this clue while studying data from Wales, where a strict age rule for the shingles vaccine created a unique scenario. People born in a specific year got the shot, while those bo
People are talking about 3I/ATLAS, a space rock from another star system. Some think it might have ice volcanoes. But scientists say, not so fast. A recent study suggests that 3I/ATLAS might act like an ice volcano, but it's not the same thing. 3I/ATLAS is small, about the size of Manhattan. It's n
Neutrinos are tiny particles that barely interact with anything. They are everywhere, but we know very little about them. Scientists have long thought there might be more types of neutrinos than the three we know. But recent experiments have left them scratching their heads. Two new studies, publis
A decade after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished, the search is back on. Ocean Infinity, a U. S. marine robotics company, is set to resume the hunt for the missing plane starting December 30. This isn't their first attempt. They previously searched for about six weeks earlier this year but calle
Late December will see the return of the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370. This mission was paused earlier this year due to harsh weather conditions. The search will not be continuous but will happen in spurts. The focus will be on a specific area where experts believe the plane is most lik
