Have you ever wondered why some cancer cells just refuse to die? One of the culprits is a pathway called PI3K/AKT/mTOR, which helps cancer cells grow and divide. Scientists are working on drugs that can shut down this pathway and stop cancer in its tracks. One promising drug is based on a chemical c
Ever thought depression was just a mental health issue? Think again! A recent study dove deep into understanding depression's connections with other diseases. Researchers checked data from over 390, 000 people, including more than 43, 000 with depression. They found that depression is linked to many
Ever wondered how cancer cells trick the immune system into turning a blind eye? Well, there's an enzyme called Deltex E3 ubiquitin ligase 2, or DTX2, that does just that in liver cancer. Scientists found out that this enzyme helps cancer cells in the liver attract certain immune cells called neutro
Wheelchairs play a vital role in the daily lives of users, and they need regular maintenance and repairs to keep functioning properly. A study decided to listen closely to what wheelchair users had to say about their experiences with accessing these essential services. The focus was on understandin
This year, the world witnessed several celebrities courageously share their LGBTQ identities with the public. Some, like Sophia Bush, used platforms like Glamour magazine to openly announce they are queer. Others, such as Amber Ruffin, took to social media during Pride Month to proudly declare their
In cities, sewage treatment plants use unique reactors with moving bed biofilms to clean wastewater. These reactors rely on microbes to break down the waste. Scientists studied how cold temperatures impact these microbes. They found that when it gets cold, the quality of the treated water decreases.
Ever wondered how athletes can be tracked while they're in motion? Welcome to the world of motion capture tech! This tech has come a long way, making it easier for researchers, doctors, and coaches to get biomechanics data. One of the latest trends is using markerless motion capture and inertial mea
Recent research focused on predicting functional impairment in older adults after being hospitalized for osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVF). While conservative treatments are common for OVF, some patients still face difficulties with daily tasks once they are discharged. The study aimed to creat
Charles F. Dolan, the visionary behind Cablevision Systems Corp. , has passed away at the age of 98. Dolan revolutionized the television industry in the 1960s by laying cable in lower Manhattan, betting that people would pay for better programming. He founded Home Box Office Inc. (HBO), American Mov
As fans eagerly await the next chapter, the creator of Squid Game has shared some intriguing hints about what's in store for the show's main character, Gi-hun. Played by Lee Jung-jae, Gi-hun has weathered numerous setbacks, including the loss of his best friend. The show's creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk,
