People often struggle with weight loss. Sometimes, the problem is not just about willpower. It can be about the people around them. Friends and family can unintentionally sabotage weight loss efforts. This happens through social undermining of eating habits and physical activity. It is a real issue
Doctors face immense pressure. It is no surprise that many experience burnout and mental health issues due to their demanding jobs. However, the process of recovery and the factors that influence it are not well understood. This is a critical issue. It is crucial to support doctors as they recover
BlackRock's first quarter of 2025 was a tale of two outcomes. On one hand, the company's earnings per share exceeded expectations, showing a strong performance in a tough market. On the other hand, the total assets under management fell short of predictions, reflecting the broader market's struggles
Anal cancer is on the rise, and it's a big problem for gay men who are HIV positive. The number of cases is growing fast, and things might get worse in the near future. These men face a much higher risk of developing anal cancer than the rest of the population. The disease usually starts with a high
Plants need nutrients to grow, but what happens when these nutrients come from sewage sludge? Spring barley, a common cereal crop, was studied to see how it absorbs copper and zinc from soil mixed with digested sewage sludge. The focus was on the zone near the plant's roots and how these metals be
The mushroom industry is booming, and with it, a growing problem: what to do with all the leftover mushroom substrate? This stuff, known as spent mushroom substrate or SMS, is full of useful enzymes. These enzymes can help tackle another waste issue: old jute fabric. Usually, treating jute fabric in
Traffic prediction is a big deal in the tech world. It's about figuring out how traffic will move in the future. A new technique is gaining attention. It uses something called graph convolutional networks, or GCNs. These networks are good at dealing with connected data, like roads and traffic. Most
Educational systems are changing fast. Schools are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. This shift is pushing universities to find better ways to teach AI. A recent study took a close look at how AI can improve teaching and learning. The study split the big picture into thr
Fall armyworms are a type of moth that travels long distances. Their food is very important for their survival and reproduction. Carbohydrates are a key part of their diet. These carbs come from different plants and sugars. Scientists wanted to see how different types of carbs affect the moths' abil
White Americans are facing a new reality. They are being forced to think about their racial identity more than ever before. This is due to significant social changes happening in the United States. A recent study looked into how white Americans handle their identity in these changing times. The stud
