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
Recent data from smart collars shows that some dog breeds walk far less than expected. The study tracked millions of steps over 90 days across the U. S. , using GPS collars that now include smaller dogs thanks to a new model. The results reveal a wide range: the most active pups can reach over 20, 0
The MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference is marking its 20th year, growing from a small classroom idea into a massive event that draws athletes, tech experts and business leaders alike. At its heart is Jessica Gelman, a former Harvard basketball player who turned her curiosity about high‑pressure p
When people try to shed pounds, a new idea catches attention: chill cooked starches before eating them. The concept is based on the science of two kinds of starch found in foods like rice, pasta and potatoes. One type, amylose, is hard for the body to break down quickly; the other, amylopectin, diss
The Ghanaian government wants to bring 127 metric tons of gold from small‑scale mining into official trade each year. This move is part of new rules that aim to increase foreign‑exchange earnings and cut smuggling losses. Small‑scale miners have long sold their gold secretly, letting the country los
People who have diabetic foot wounds often suffer from poor nutrition, which slows healing and raises the chance of losing a limb. Doctors need to know how much muscle mass a patient has, but the usual full‑body test can’t be used when a foot is missing or badly damaged. A new study looked at whethe
Radiographers in Ghana are stepping into the world of image interpretation, a move that could help fill gaps left by scarce radiologists. Because this change is complex and unique to each setting, researchers had to build a new study plan. They chose a four‑step approach that mixes numbers and
The study looked at kids between one and seven years old who have asthma. Researchers wanted to see how well the children’s symptoms were under control and whether two things—how families manage asthma care and the social support that caregivers receive—make a difference. First, they measured how o
The study looked at how weight‑loss programs are put together. In the UK, most money goes to programmes that try to change behaviour. But there is a lot of difference between them: who runs the sessions, how food and exercise are discussed, and what extra techniques they use. The researchers
The latest research shows that the world is planning about $8. 53 trillion worth of new power plants by the end of 2025. Most of that money is still in early stages: almost 60 % is spent on planning and preparing projects, while about a quarter is already under construction. The remaining 14 % are i
