Malaria is still a major health problem in Africa, including Uganda. The parasites are becoming resistant to the main treatments, known as Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy. Scientists are looking for new ways to tackle this issue. In a recent study, researchers combined three plant extracts - A
Last month, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce experienced break-ins at their homes within a few days of each other, according to law enforcement reports. These incidents aren't what you hope for, particularly for professional athletes. The break-ins happened a
Ever wondered why some things stick around longer than others? In the world of cataract surgery, one technique has been a real keeper. We're talking about Continuous Curvilinear Capsulorhexis, or CCC for short. This method of cutting the lens's outer layer has been the go-to choice for surgeons for
Scientists have uncovered fascinating structures called polar vortices and skyrmions in superlattices made of ferroelectric and dielectric materials. These structures lead to new ways polarization can behave, which is exciting news for the world of materials science. The secret to producing these em
Imagine a tiny helper molecule that melts, flows, and then seals itself around perovskite solar cells. This clever "stepwise melting-polymerizing molecule" (SMPM) is like a tiny shield, protecting the cells from damaging humidity. During the cell-making process, SMPM goes through three stages: it me
Warmblood horses, known for their prowess in equestrian sports, have been the focus of a recent study in South Africa. This research targeted a gap in current knowledge, as no previous studies have specifically looked into the eye health of this breed. The study aimed to shed light on common eye iss
Ever wondered how our brains process those inner feelings like heartbeats or breaths? A recent study delved into this, focusing on people with anxiety, depression, and/or eating disorders (ADE). Researchers compared these individuals' brain activity to healthy folks during tasks that involved either
Have you ever broken your wrist? It's painful and can take some time to heal. Doctors often use special plates to fix these breaks, called volar locking plates (VLPs). But are the more expensive, brand-name plates really better? A recent study set out to answer this question. They looked at patients
Ever heard of a caterpillar fungus? It's a weird little organism that takes over caterpillars. Turns out, it might help fight cancer! Scientists at the University of Nottingham, UK, have found a special compound in this fungus, called cordycepin, that could stop cancer cells from dividing out of con
Remember "Focus"? The 2015 crime thriller starring Will Smith and Margot Robbie? It wasn't a massive hit back then, but fast forward to today, and it's suddenly a big deal on Netflix. The film, made on a $50 million budget, brought in $159 million globally. Seeing how adult dramas struggle now, this
