Tag: California
Butterfly Disease: Understanding the Skin Disorder with Fragile Wings
Epidermolysis bullosa, also known as "butterfly disease," is a rare genetic disorder that affects around 1 in 50,000 children, regardless of gender or ethnicity....
How Genetic Genealogy Solves Crimes and Exonerates the Innocent
Since 1989, over 3,600 individuals in the U.S. have been exonerated after being wrongfully convicted of crimes. Post-conviction DNA testing has played a crucial...
Mapping All 37 Trillion Cells in the Human Body: Scientists’ Breakthrough
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in mapping all 37 trillion cells in the human body. The Human Cell Atlas (HCA) consortium has profiled...
Potential Impact of Trump Administration on Health Research Funding: What to Expect
The U.S. National Institutes of Health, located in Bethesda, Maryland, is facing potential changes in the near future. The Trump Administration has expressed interest...
SpaceX Starship Successfully Completes 6th Test Flight without Booster Catch
SpaceX's Starship has completed its sixth test flight successfully, marking another milestone for the massive rocket. The launch took place at the company's Starbase...
Unlocking the Power of AI: Turbocharging Future Models with Inferentialism
The way we understand language and logic is changing, especially with the rise of AI technology. A new concept called "inferentialism" is challenging traditional...
Understanding Oak Trees’ Role in Climate Change Adaptation: A Comprehensive Book Review
Oak trees have long been a familiar sight in forests around the world, with 425 species making up a significant part of the ecosystem....
Bomb Cyclone Timelapse: High Winds on West Coast Captured from Space
A weather satellite recently captured a timelapse of the "bomb cyclone" that is expected to bring hurricane-like conditions to the West Coast between today...
Mountain Lions in Los Angeles Shifting to Nocturnal Behavior to Evade Humans
Mountain lions in Greater Los Angeles are adjusting their behavior to avoid encountering humans who are increasingly using their territory for recreational activities. A...
E. coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots: 39 Sickened, 15 Hospitalized
An outbreak of E. coli linked to organic carrots has affected at least 39 people, with 15 hospitalized. The FDA has recalled specific brands...