Eric Trump jetted off to the United Arab Emirates to speak at a cryptocurrency conference. He excitedly shared that his family, including his father, the U. S. president-elect, intends to champion cryptocurrencies. This is a stark contrast to the initial promise made four years ago to keep business
Imagine trying to understand how a building grows. It’s tricky without seeing the scaffold change and move. Similarly, scientists have been puzzled by how mammal hair follicles develop because they couldn’t clearly observe the basement membrane (BM)—the structure that supports and shapes the follicl
In December 2024, the spotlight turned on Canada's anesthesia field. This special issue didn't shy away from tough topics. It tackled human resource challenges head-on, highlighting the struggles professionals face daily. But it wasn't all doom and gloom. The issue also celebrated the giants of the
Imagine you're designing a hospital. You want it to be good for patients and staff, right? But also, you want it to be kind to the environment. How do you balance both? A recent study found that by looking at past research, we can see where these two goals overlap. Scientists checked through lots o
Obsidian Entertainment, the brains behind Avowed, has a cool idea for their game. They want players to have fun in any way they choose! Berto Ritger, their Environment Region Designer, revealed that players can start most quests in multiple ways. Forget following quest markers like a robot; you can
Ever thought about how ants and plants hang out together? It's all about mutual benefit. Some plants make sweet treats called extrafloral nectaries (EFNs) for ants. In return, ants guard the plants against hungry critters. But what happens when it gets hot? A study in Brazil's Caatinga dry forest fo
Did you know that plants make special chemicals called terpenoids to help them survive tough conditions? Gardenia, famous for its sweet smell, is full of these volatile terpenoids. Scientists recently figured out how Gardenia makes its unique scent. They found six key enzymes called terpene synthase
Have you ever wondered how much kids move around as they grow older? A recent project, called TUBON, decided to find out. They looked at how much time kids spend sitting around, doing light activities, and running or playing hard. They also checked if being active or not makes a difference in kids'
Breast cancer is a global health concern, with a high survival rate in the US, at 91% over five years. Despite this, many survivors face mental health challenges like depression and anxiety due to the stress and uncertainty that comes with survivorship. Over 40% of survivors grapple with these issue
Scientists are always looking for ways to make solar cells better, especially for buildings. Current ultra-narrow bandgap solar cells have issues like high energy levels and poor performance. One team has come up with a new idea: use benzothiazole-fused cyanoindone (BTC) as a key part of the solar c
