Styrene monooxygenases are special enzymes that can tell the difference between left and right-handed molecules. These are known as enantiomers. They are part of a bigger family called Group E flavoprotein monooxygenases, or GEMs. These enzymes are great at making one enantiomer more than the other
Bird flu, a virus that typically affects birds, has been quietly making its way into humans, particularly those who work closely with animals. Recent studies have uncovered that veterinarians, who are often on the front lines of animal care, have been exposed to the H5N1 strain of bird flu without e
In 2024, the world of cryptocurrency saw a troubling surge in scams. Cybercriminals are getting smarter and more organized, using artificial intelligence to their advantage. These scams are becoming more sophisticated and widespread. Blockchain research firm Chainalysis reported that crypto wallets
The legal saga of R. Kelly, the once-renowned R&B singer, took another turn when a federal appeals court in New York upheld his convictions and 30-year prison sentence. This decision came after a lengthy process that included a trial in Brooklyn federal court in 2021, where Kelly was found guilty of
Building bones from scratch for medical needs is a hot topic in science. 3D printing is a big deal in this field. It's all about creating materials that match real bone tissue. This is tricky because bones have a complex structure. Scientists are exploring new ways to make this happen. Imag
A new food hall, called Gather Cola, is set to make its debut in Columbia's BullStreet District. This isn't just about food. It's about creating a vibrant space where people can come together and enjoy a variety of local food vendors, shops, and entertainment options. The project
Think about this: what if you could turn sunlight and simple sugars into clean energy and useful chemicals? Pretty cool, right? Scientists have been working on this idea, but it's been tough. The biggest hurdles are low efficiency in producing hydrogen and poor selectivity in creating useful chemica
Exciting things are coming in the Caribbean One huge company is hungry for sun and sand. Hyatt takes a lot of sun lamps. It's a massive hotel corporation, it's looking to g:o to Mexico and the Caribbean big time Starting a buyout buzz in the adventure and hospitality world. They
Ever wondered about how living things and machines are more alike than you thought? Today, scientists are reimagining the relationship between machines and life with a new spin on an old idea. Imagine life as a big, continuous flow instead of separate chunks then, patterns emerge from things big
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