You know those virtual reality gloves that make you feel like you're holding an object? Well, imagine a wearable device that's designed to directly interact with your nerves by mimicking touch. Researchers have created a clever little platform that uses advanced manufacturing techniques to combine c
Imagine you're trying to solve a puzzle, but you're missing some pieces. That's kind of what it's like when scientists study progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a disease that messes with your brain and spinal cord, causing damage to the protective layer around nerve cells. It affects million
Ever wondered how learning Mandarin and English at the same time affects a child's language skills? Scientists in Singapore decided to find out. They looked at a group of preschoolers who speak both Mandarin and English. They wanted to see how the kids' skills in one language influenced their skills
Earthworms have tiny buddies living in their excretory organs. Two of these are Verminephrobacter and Flexibacter-like bacteria. Almost all lumbricid earthworms host Verminephrobacter, which are passed from parent to offspring. These bacteria have been with their earthworm friends for a very long ti
Imagine this: a grand villa in ancient Pompeii, hidden beneath Mount Vesuvius's ashes, has recently been uncovered. Within it lies a stunning private bath complex, large enough to host 30 people. The bathhouse features hot, warm, and cold baths, known as a calidarium, tepidarium, and frigidarium. Th
You know how some molecules can twist and bend, while others stay stiff? Scientists found that this flexibility can change how certain fluorescent probes work when they detect toxic mercury (Hg²⁺) in water. They looked at two types of these probes, one with a wiggly bit (1) and one that's pretty str
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a rollercoaster journey for patients, with its ups and downs taking a toll on mental well-being. We explored how alexithymia (difficulty describing emotions) and attachment styles directly impact mental health. But that's not all—we also looked at how attachment, alexithym
Imagine if we could capture a snapshot of the chaos inside tumors, revealing crucial clues about how breast cancer cells interact with their surroundings. That's what scientists are doing with something called spatial profiling. They're using three advanced imaging tools—cyclic immunofluorescence (C
Last year, the baseball world was buzzing about the Boras Four, a group of top free agents. This year, the focus is on Alex Bregman, a two-time All-Star and World Series champion. Despite his impressive career stats, Bregman is still unsigned. Why is that? Let's dive into the reasons. First, there
In recent years, doctors have started doing something extra during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions. They're adding a procedure called anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR) or lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET). This involves fixing a ligament on the outer side of the kne
