Did you know that sea cucumbers can benefit from a bit of help from bacteria? Scientists discovered that dipping them in a unique bacteria solution helps them grow faster and stay healthier. The magic lies in a specific type of bacteria called Lactobacillus plantarum CLY-05. Researchers tested out d
Last week, northern Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital faced a tough challenge. Israeli troops entered the hospital, forcing staff and patients out in the cold. The hospital had already been hit multiple times during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Just a day before this incident, an attack
Imagine this: Almost every 4 out of 5 companies with a return-to-office (RTO) policy plan to have their staff in the office for at least 3 days a week by the end of 2025. That's according to a survey of 900 business leaders conducted by a resume-building platform. While many employees might prefer t
Actress Maahra Hill's journey to stardom on NBC's hit show "The Irrational" is anything but straightforward. She initially pursued other careers, working as an optician and in consulting, before realizing her true passion for acting. It was her daughter's birth that sparked this realization. Hill mo
Inflammation and oxidative stress are big troublemakers when it comes to skeletal muscle diseases. Scientists are now looking at a protein called APE1/Ref-1, which plays a role in DNA repair and controls other proteins, like NF-κB and NRF2. These proteins are often targeted in treatments, but they h
Ever thought about how new medicines get tested? It's through clinical trials, but they can be a bit of a mess right now. Imagine trying to find a specific book in a huge, disorganized library – that's what it's like for doctors and researchers today. Advocates have a clever idea: create a nati
Pediatric physical therapists play a crucial role in helping kids with physical challenges. Recently, experts decided to revise the core competencies these professionals need. Why the change? Well, healthcare is always evolving, and so are the needs of children. The goal is to ensure therapists stay
Ever heard of α-synuclein (α-syn)? It's a protein that loves to gather synaptic vesicles (SVs) into neat little clusters. Researchers have discovered that a natural tweak called N-acetylation can supercharge α-syn's clumping abilities. This tiny change makes α-syn stickier, helping it latch onto LPC
Ever wondered how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing medical exams around the world? Well, let's dive in! Large language models, or LLMs, are becoming a big deal in medical education. They can help students learn better and even take tests. But how well do they work in different countries? Tha
In Jordan, there's a big disconnect when it comes to knowing about antimicrobial resistance, especially among young folks who are just starting to understand how the world works. The World Health Organization (WHO) has been shouting from the rooftops about this issue, recommending ways to spread awa
