Type 2 diabetes is a global health issue. It is linked to a rise in dementia cases. This has sparked interest in whether diabetes drugs can also protect the brain. SGLT2 inhibitors are a type of diabetes medication. They are known for lowering blood sugar and protecting the heart and kidneys. Recen
A group of almost 30 organizations is pushing for a change in how Canada handles pesticides. They want the government to stop plans that might make pesticide rules weaker. These plans were part of the latest budget. The group says the changes could hurt farmers, people's health, and the environment.
In the world of super-tiny tech, scientists have created a new kind of switch that's not only super small but also super fast. This switch is made up of layers of special materials, like carbon nanotubes and something called monolayer WS2 and MoS2. These materials are stacked on top of each other, c
People have been working on making barium tungstate crystals. They used a special method called high-temperature oxygen-assisted molecular beam epitaxy. This is a fancy way of growing crystals by shooting tiny particles at a hot surface. The surface in this case was made of tungsten, a metal that's
Trinity Investments just bought a cool new hotel in Barcelona. It's called The Hoxton, Poblenou. This isn't just any hotel. It's a 240-room lifestyle spot in the city's trendiest area, the 22@ Innovation District. The hotel opened last year after a major makeover. It's got four restaurants, spaces
The world is going green, and so is our food. People want plant-based cheeses that taste and feel like the real thing. But making these cheeses is tricky. The usual bacteria used in dairy just don't work as well with plants. So, scientists set out to find better bacteria for plant-based cheeses. Th
Five tiny diamondback terrapin turtles got a lucky break recently. They were found late in the year on Long Beach Island. Normally, these little guys should have already found a cozy spot to hibernate for the winter. But thanks to Project Terrapin, they now have a temporary home at the Liberty Scien
A recent incident in Minneapolis has sparked criticism from the city's police chief. Brian O'Hara, the Minneapolis Police Chief, has expressed his disapproval of the tactics used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during a recent arrest. The incident, which took place on a snowy day, invol
A recent vote in the House has sparked controversy. A bill that could land doctors in jail for providing gender-affirming care to minors has passed. This bill, called the \'Protect Children’s Innocence Act\', was introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. It seeks to make such care a serious crime.
Dementia is a tough condition to tackle. It slowly steals memories and cognitive abilities. Current treatments often fall short, especially in later stages. One big issue is the buildup of harmful proteins in the brain, like amyloid-beta and tau. These proteins can't be cleared out properly, leading
