Polycystic ovarian syndrome is more than a collection of cysts; it’s a complex mix of hormones, genes and everyday habits that can disrupt a woman’s health. The first thing doctors notice is too much male hormone in the body, a condition called hyperandrogenism. This excess can lead to acne, hair
The research team began by looking at a girl who has an unusual form of MED12‑related intellectual disability, a condition that can cause learning challenges and sometimes movement problems. They focused on one specific gene change, called a splice variant, that might be responsible for her symptoms
The study looks at how our brains tell apart faces that look alike when many are shown together. Researchers used brain‑wave recordings called ERPs to track responses while people watched 2 × 2 grids of faces. The faces were either the same picture, different pictures of the same person, or pictures
Scientists used the process of turning wild plants into crops as a living laboratory. They studied 13 different species, measuring between 11 and 57 traits that can be seen or counted. By comparing each species with its wild relatives, they found a clear pattern: most plants lose diversity in
Larry Summers, a long‑time Harvard economist and former university president, will leave his teaching role by the end of this academic year. The decision follows new government documents that detail a close association between Summers and the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, even after Epstei
Flies, like many creatures, have internal clocks that help them stay on schedule. These clocks control when they sleep, eat, and do other important things. But not all flies stick to the clock perfectly. Some are more flexible, and this flexibility might help them survive when things get tough. One
The FA Cup's recent rounds have sparked a debate about VAR. Some love the idea of football without it, while others see the chaos that unfolds when it's missing. In the fourth round, mistakes piled up. Newcastle's game at Aston Villa had a goal that should have been offside, a tackle that deserved
In the world of online communities, one app has proven to be a lifesaver in more ways than one. From uncovering hidden treasures to preventing potential disasters, this platform has become an unexpected hero for many. Take, for instance, the story of a person who stumbled upon a seemingly ordinary l
The Department of Defense announced that it will end its partnership with Harvard’s Kennedy School for graduate military education. Secretary Pete Hegseth, who studied at the same institution, explained that the programs no longer fit the needs of the Pentagon or the armed forces. As a result,
A new way to spot type‑2 diabetes is coming from an unexpected source: your own spit. Scientists have found that tiny particles in saliva, called extracellular vesicles, carry the same clues about insulin problems that doctors look for in blood. These particles are packed with proteins, fats and tin
