In Japan, doctors are trying out a new way to remove thyroids. They are using robots! This method is called transaxillary robotic thyroidectomy, or TART for short. It's not the only new way to do this. There's also a method using cameras called video-assisted neck surgery, or VANS. Doctors wanted t
Sepsis is a serious condition where the body's response to an infection causes organ damage. It's a big deal, with nearly 49 million cases yearly and about 11 million deaths. That's almost one-fifth of all global deaths. Currently, there's no specific, effective treatment for sepsis, making it a gri
In the UK, doctors face rigorous exams after their initial training. But success isn't evenly spread. Some groups consistently outperform others. This raises an important question: what makes the difference? Researchers dug into this by examining various types of doctors and their backgrounds. They
What makes a job "better"? It's not just about the money. Sure, high pay, job security, and growth opportunities are important. But so are things like having control over your work, feeling like your job matters, and enjoying what you do. People who are reliable, easy to work with, and open to lear
A legal battle is heating up in the tech world. Adeia, a company focused on intellectual property, has taken AMD to court. They claim that AMD's processors, used in computers and servers, break their patents. These patents cover ways to make semiconductors better. Adeia's CEO, Paul Davis, said that
In the world of high-tech gadgets, especially those used in space, tiny silicon carbide (SiC) switches are super important. But there's a big problem: these switches can act up when hit by tiny space particles. This isn't just a small issue; it's a huge deal for safety and reliability. Traditionall
Wars are not just about who has the biggest guns. They are also about what people believe in and how much they are willing to fight for those beliefs. This idea is explored using a concept called the Devoted Actor Framework (DAF). It looks at why people are ready to fight and even die for their grou
Marco Voci has taken a new role at Houlihan Lokey, a big name in investment banking. He's now a Managing Director in their Consumer Group, based in London. His job? To focus on active lifestyle, branded consumer products, and luxury goods in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He'll team up with ot
Vulvar Extramammary Paget's disease is a rare skin cancer. It often comes back after treatment. This makes it a tricky condition to manage. Doctors usually treat it by cutting out the affected area. But because it's so rare, there's still a lot we don't know. Like what makes it come back and how to
The journey of a young athlete is full of ups and downs. What makes some shine while others struggle? This question has puzzled experts for years. A recent deep dive into 60 studies tried to crack the code. It found eight key elements that help young athletes grow. Plus, 44 smaller factors that play
