Scientists have created a new type of muscle cell from a special kind of tilapia. They named it ONM, short for Oreochromis niloticus muscle. These cells were grown using a technique called explant. The cells did well in a special growth environment. They thrived in an L-15 medium with 5% fetal bovin
Essex County is making waves in public health with a new high-tech approach. They're using artificial intelligence and machine learning to tackle everything from lead exposure to rodent problems. The tech, developed by Esri, is the same used by Johns Hopkins for their famous COVID-19 tracker. It's n
In Germany, farmers face tough rules about nitrogen use. These rules are meant to protect the environment. But farmers have different ideas about how well these rules work. A recent study looked at how farmers in Lower Saxony feel about these rules. It found two main groups. One group doubts the ru
In the quiet hours of Monday morning, a man armed with a hammer decided to take his snack cravings to the extreme. He targeted a vending machine in the lobby of the Quality Inn Carlisle, located on Harrisburg Pike. The incident, captured clearly on camera, shows the man attempting to break into the
Dry eye disease (DED) is becoming more common worldwide. It is a long-term problem that affects the surface of the eye. Many people struggle with it, but there are not many proven treatments. A recent study looked at a new way to help people with DED. This method combines traditional care with a te
Childhood obesity is a big problem. It leads to serious health issues and costs a lot to fix. The World Health Organization thinks digital tools could help. These tools track daily habits and give advice. One such tool is the BigO system. It aims to prevent and manage obesity in kids. The BigO syst
In New Jersey, a recent court case has sparked interest in how the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act (UPEPA) handles discovery in defamation lawsuits. The case, Wunsch v. CTE Republicans For Englewood Cliffs, revolves around a lawyer who sued a Republican group for making false statements abo
Scientists wanted to see how muscles and the brain work together to get better at handling tough exercises. They looked at how muscles react to intense workouts and how the brain helps them recover faster over time. They had 23 people do two rounds of tough leg exercises, with a break of three week
Esteban Ocon, a driver for Haas F1, thinks the upcoming 2026 F1 cars will change everything drivers know about speed. These new cars have active aerodynamics and stronger hybrid engines. This is a big deal because F1 hasn't had such a huge change in a long time. Ocon recently tried out his Haas VF-
Ever thought about what happens in the woods when the sun goes down? A group of nature lovers, guided by expert Serenella Linares, set out on a nighttime adventure in Patuxent River State Park, Maryland. Their goal? To spot some of the coolest critters and plants that thrive in the cold. The team d
