Imagine diving into the factors that influence the weight status of older adults in the Philippines. Scientists recently used high-tech methods to find out what in our neighborhoods might be making us gain or lose weight. They combined data from satellites, maps, and a big health survey done in 2021
Tumors are tricky because they don't all look the same. This makes it tough to hit them with the right medicine. But scientists have found a clever way to use inflammation to guide special cells called neutrophils, which carry drugs, right to the tumor site. They do this by causing a tiny, controlle
In the midst of the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles, an unlikely duo made a surprise appearance to offer support. Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, showed up at the Pasadena Convention Center, which had been turned into an evacuation site. They were there to
Ever wondered how tiny creatures like fruit fly larvae get a sudden burst of energy to move around? Scientists have found that when these larvae, known as Drosophila, are hungry, their nervous system kicks into high gear. A type of neuron called type II octopaminergic motor neurons (MNs) starts firi
Since 2021, "Abbott Elementary" on ABC has been winning hearts with its laugh-out-loud moments and heartfelt stories about teachers making a difference in a Philadelphia school. On the flip side, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" on FX and FXX has been serving up screwball comedy since 2005, with
Charlie Day, known for his role in It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, recently opened up about a possible future buddy comedy with Sheryl Lee Ralph from Abbott Elementary. The two actors hit it off during the crossover episodes between the two shows. Day admitted he was initially skeptical about the
When cancer spreads, it tends to twist the environment around it. In metastatic epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC), normal neutrophils, which usually help fight infections, get tricked into becoming "suppressors. " These reprogrammed neutrophils can hinder the activation of T cells, a vital part of our
Biopharmaceuticals are on the rise, but they have a big problem—they tend to clump together quickly. Right now, we use surfactants like polysorbates and poloxamers to stop this from happening and make them last longer. However, these surfactants aren't very stable themselves. They change into many d
In a recent development, China has deployed one of the world's largest coast guard ships to Scarborough Shoal, a reef in the South China Sea that is claimed by both China and the Philippines. This massive vessel, nicknamed the "monster ship, " is over 12, 000 tons and 541 feet long. It's equipped wi
Fu Brick Tea, or FBT, is a popular beverage in China, but not much is known about the hydrophilic compounds it contains. These compounds are water-loving and can affect the tea's taste and health benefits. Scientists used advanced methods to study 73 FBT samples from six major Chinese tea-producing
