Scientists are always looking for new ways to fight cancer. One promising approach is using natural killer (NK) cells, which are part of our immune system. These cells can be taken from cord blood and grown in a lab. This process is called ex vivo expansion. The big challenge is finding a simple and
Plants face a tough challenge when it comes to dealing with drought. They need to toughen up to survive dry spells, but this can slow down their growth. Scientists have been curious about how plants manage this balancing act. Recently, researchers dug into the genetic makeup of oats to find some ans
Floods are happening more often and with greater force, putting lives and economies at risk. This is a major concern for everyone. When floods hit, outside help is often needed to rebuild. This help, called external assistance, can be a game-changer. But how do we know if it's making a real differen
A recent measles case in Maryland has health officials on high alert. The virus was brought in by an international traveler who passed through Dulles Airport on March 5. The individual then visited Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center on March 7, potentially exposing others to the virus. Measl
Robert Pattinson's latest film, "Mickey 17, " has taken the top spot at the North American box office, raking in $19. 1 million over the weekend. This science fiction flick, directed by Bong Joon Ho, has already made waves internationally, earning $34. 2 million. That brings its total earnings to $5
Chronic neck pain is a real drag. It's not fun, and it can stick around for a long time. Doctors usually tell people to do exercises to feel better, but these exercises often aren't very exciting. People don't stick with them, and the pain comes back. Only 52% of people feel better in the long run.
On Mars, the Perseverance rover did something unusual to uncover hidden secrets. Instead of drilling or scraping, it pressed down on a pile of rock fragments, flattening them out. This simple act revealed important clues about the planet's past. The rover's SHERLOC instrument, which analyzes mineral
Multiple myeloma (MM) is a type of cancer that affects plasma cells. It can be treated with CAR-T cell therapy, which uses engineered T cells to target and kill cancer cells. However, relapse can happen. The relapse can occur even after a long period of remission. This is a big problem. It can happe
The Syrian government's loyalists are accused of committing atrocities against civilians. This is the worst violence in Syria since the removal of former President Bashar al-Assad. The violence has been described as a crackdown against those still loyal to the former government. This has led to comm
A young prince's life was cut short by a rare genetic condition. Prince Frederik of Nassau, just 22 years old, passed away on March 1st. His parents, Prince Robert and Princess Julie, shared his heartbreaking final moments. Frederik was born with POLG mitochondrial disease, a condition that slowly r
