Rice is a crucial food source for many people worldwide. But with climate change bringing extreme weather, farmers face big challenges in keeping their crops watered. That's where technology comes in. Using thermal imaging, we can now get a clear picture of how much water rice plants need. This isn'
Imagine you're trying to solve a puzzle, but you only have one piece. That's what psychotherapy research has been like, using just one type of measurement. But what if you had multiple pieces? That's where multimodal measurement comes in. It's like having a whole set of puzzle pieces that give you a
Jeff King, a four-time Iditarod champ, lives in the shadow of North America's tallest peak, Denali. He and many Alaskans are upset that President Trump wants to change the mountain's name back to Mount McKinley. The peak's original name, Denali, is sacred to the Athabascan tribe. They've lived in th
Imagine a situation where a simple scan could save someone's life. That's what happened with a 51-year-old woman who had a rare liver infection called hepatic gas gangrene (HGG). This infection is usually caused by bacteria like Clostridium perfringens, but other germs can also be the culprit. Docto
When you're sick, figuring out if a virus or bacteria is the cause can be tricky. A new way to interpret test results from multi-pathogen PCR might help clear things up. But what's the deal with these tests? They can detect lots of different germs, which can sometimes make things more confusing. Is
Imagine diving into a world where nurses can use ultrasound machines to diagnose patients right at the bedside. That's what point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is all about. It's a safe and mighty tool for healthcare pros like doctors and nurses. But how good is it for teaching nursing students? That's
Imagine losing a baby. It's a devastating experience for any parent, but how they cope with this loss can vary greatly based on where they live. A recent study chatted with 47 mothers from the United States and New Zealand who had gone through this heartbreaking event. The results were quite surpris
Additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the creation of customized materials with unique properties. It's not just about shapes anymore; now, we can mix different materials in AM to make stuff with even more special features. So far, using machine learning to design these materials has mainly
Tackling obesity is a challenge that affects both teens and adults. It's a complex issue that varies from person to person. Enter personalized medicine, which offers a tailored approach to treatment. Instead of a one-size-fits-all solution, this method considers an individual's unique characteristic
Have you ever wondered how different colors of light affect the growth and quality of vegetables? Scientists decided to find out by setting up a plant factory right in a restaurant. They grew three baby-leaf veggies—green lettuce, kale, and pak choi—under different light combinations. Surprisingly,
