Cadmium (Cd) is a heavy metal that can harm plants, including maize. Scientists studied how certain sugar compounds, called galactoglucomannan oligosaccharides (GGMOs), help maize seedlings cope with Cd stress. They planted maize in water with Cd and/or GGMOs for a week. They looked at how these tre
Quinn Ewers, a Texas junior quarterback, has announced his plan to enter the 2025 NFL Draft in a surprising move that was preceded by rumors of a substantial Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) package worth $6 million. This decision opens the door for Arch Manning, a highly touted recruit, to take over
Have you ever noticed how the hands of an ICU nurse and a guitarist can look similar? Both professions require steady hands and a certain level of callousing. In an interactive comic, "True stories from an ICU: Calluses, " a registered nurse named Ernesto Barbieri and illustrator Jess Ruliffson expl
Palm kernel meal (PKM) is tough for non-ruminant animals to digest due to its high fibre content, mostly mannan. A new way to tackle this problem is by using bacteria to break down these fibres. Scientists found a powerful bacteria called Bacillus subtilis F6 that can effectively degrade mannan. In
In a shocking turn of events, suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder. This time, it's the murder of Valerie Mack, whose remains were discovered in New York several years ago. How did investigators link Heuermann to this latest crime? Through DNA analysis and som
A big update is coming soon in the Gilgo Beach serial killer case. The main suspect, Rex Heuermann, is back in court on Tuesday. He's already charged with six murders, and there are hints he might be involved in more. The Suffolk County District Attorney's Office has planned a news conference right
Have you ever wondered what happens to a small group of particles when they're left alone in a quantum world? According to the eigenstate thermalization hypothesis (ETH), these particles should eventually reach a state of thermal equilibrium. But what if they don't? Let's take a look at some interes
Football fans, get ready! The Pro Football Hall of Fame has unveiled 25 semifinalists for the 2025 class, and it’s a star-studded list. Leading the pack are big names like two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning, tight end superstar Antonio Gates, and pass-rushing phenom Jared Allen. The list was narrow
Imagine you're trying to understand string theory, which involves tiny, string-like particles. One aspect of this is called Moyal String Field Theory, or MSFT for short. In this theory, scientists use something called the Moyal star product. Until now, the focus has mainly been on the matter part of
Let's talk about an interesting mix: weather forecasting and financial tools. You might be wondering why these two seemingly different worlds would ever meet. Well, there's a connection that's not just fascinating but also a bit complex. First, let's chat about weather derivatives. These are like i
