Tag: Science
Next-Generation Antibiotics: How AI is Revolutionizing Drug Discovery
Antibiotic resistance is a significant problem worldwide, making infections harder to treat. Researchers usually identify genes that cause bacteria to be resistant to antibiotics through lab experiments. However, this process can be time-consuming and...
Best Black Friday 2024 Telescope Deals – Save Hundreds!
Black Friday is approaching fast, and the early telescope deals are already here. If you have been considering buying a telescope, now might be the perfect time to find a great deal. In addition...
Rebooting the Immune System: Designer Cells Target Autoimmune Diseases
Scientists have recently conducted an early-stage clinical trial using designer immune cells to "reboot" the immune systems of patients with autoimmune diseases. This innovative therapy, known as chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy,...
Equine Emergence: A Science Crossword Challenge
The Equine Emergence crossword challenge in the December 2024 issue of Scientific American has sparked interest among puzzle enthusiasts. The crossword features a range of scientific terms related to horses and their evolution, making...
Reevaluating RFK Jr.’s Influence on American Public Health
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., a well-known vaccine skeptic, has been nominated by President Trump to head the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy's history of promoting pseudoscience and questionable health practices has...
Civil Aircraft Breaks Sound Barrier in Historic Flight
A civil aircraft made history by breaking the sound barrier for the first time since Concorde in a successful test flight in New Zealand. Dawn Aerospace's rocket-powered plane, named Mk-11 Aurora, exceeded the speed...
Mysterious ‘Goblin Forest’ Encompasses Sacred Volcano Seen from Space
Mount Taranaki in New Zealand is a stunning sight from space, with its snow-capped peak rising above the unique "Goblin Forest" that surrounds it. The forest, part of Egmont National Park, is a circle...
Salmonella Bacteria May Aid in Fighting Bowel Cancer, Study Finds
Salmonella Bacteria Show Promise in Fighting Bowel CancerRecent research has shed light on a potential new treatment for bowel cancer involving the use of salmonella bacteria. While traditionally known for causing food poisoning, salmonella...
Unraveling the Mystery: How 1 Gene Links 30 Medical Conditions
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery that sheds light on the connection between a single gene and a multitude of medical conditions. The gene in question, FLVCR1, has been found to be responsible for...
The Science Behind Why the Darkest Time of the Year Isn’t the Coldest
The winter solstice, the darkest time of the year with the least sunlight and the longest night, is not necessarily the coldest day of the year. The reason behind this lies in Earth's tilt...