Multiple sclerosis is a tricky condition. It can slow down how quickly the brain works. To measure this, scientists made a new test. It's called the Auditory Test of Processing Speed, or ATOPS for short. This test is special. It doesn't rely on sight. It also doesn't test other brain functions. It j
Plants have a clever way to fight off viruses. They use a system called SAR, which stands for systemic acquired resistance. SAR acts like a plant's immune system, helping it remember past infections and protect itself better in the future. Salicylic acid (SA) and its friends, like MeSA and AzA, are
A recent court decision has put a stop to a controversial appointment in New Jersey. Alina Habba, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, was barred from serving as the state's top federal prosecutor. This decision came after a series of legal maneuvers by the Trump administration to keep her in the role.
Researchers have been working hard to find a way to control HIV without daily medication. A recent study involving 10 participants showed some promising results. The participants received experimental treatments designed to boost their immune systems. After stopping their usual HIV medication, six o
The sons of infamous drug lord "El Chapo" are making headlines again. Joaquin Guzman Lopez, one of the so-called "Chapitos, " recently admitted guilt in a U. S. court. This comes after his brother, Ovidio, did the same earlier this year. Both are key figures in the Sinaloa cartel, accused of floodin
Zinc-65 is a special kind of zinc that is useful in medicine and industry. Scientists wanted to find the best way to make it. They looked at different methods to see which one works best. They used special computer programs to study how different particles, like protons and alpha particles, interac
The mafia isn't what it used to be. Gone are the days of dramatic confrontations and violent threats. Today's young criminals are trading in their guns for smartphones and laptops. They're using technology to commit crimes, from selling illegal weapons to running online betting rings. It's a high-te
Migrant women often face a tough reality. They struggle to find stable jobs. This puts them at risk of gender-based violence (GBV). Many studies show this problem. But there are big gaps in what we know. A recent review looked at 50 studies. It found that bad jobs make migrant women more likely to f
A recent study looked at how a credit system affected nursing students' views of their profession and the stigma around hepatitis B patients. The idea was to see if this system could improve their communication, thinking, and learning skills. The study involved nursing interns in infectious disease
Medical school can be tough, especially when textbooks are packed with complex terms that leave students feeling lost. Dr. Sabrina Meloni noticed this problem early on. She saw that many students, even those already working in the field, struggled with the dense language used in most medical books.
