Runners are constantly striving to improve their speed and performance. Whether you’re an amateur or a professional, the desire to run faster is a common goal. However, there is a growing trend in the running community that advocates for a different approach – slow running. This movement suggests that anyone can run, regardless of their
Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide, primarily women of childbearing age. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology in Germany have recently made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of lupus in children. By identifying a single genetic mutation in the UNC93B1 gene,
The journey of aging brings with it an unavoidable reality for many: an increased accumulation of body fat. While society tends to focus on the aesthetics of being overweight, doctors prioritize the health implications of fat byproducts in the body. Excessive amounts of fatty acids, one of the molecular building blocks of fats, can harm
Money has a profound effect on our psychology. When presented with the opportunity to gain monetary rewards, the reward pathways in our brains activate, causing our pupils to dilate in anticipation. However, a recent study has highlighted a significant difference in individuals with clinical depression – the lack of pupil dilation during reward anticipation. This
The overconsumption of calories often leads to various health conditions, including obesity. However, there is another disorder that affects a significant number of individuals and is often associated with a lack of self-control: alcohol use disorder. With an estimated 16 million people in the US alone affected by this condition, finding effective treatment options is
A Russian man named Vladimir Dunaev has recently been sentenced to over five years in prison for his involvement in the development of the infamous Trickbot malware. The Trickbot malware has been widely used to extort businesses, including hospitals, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States Justice Department announced this news on Thursday, shedding
The University of Massachusetts Amherst research team has achieved a significant breakthrough in the modeling and understanding of intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs) and their spontaneous phase separation. IDPs are critical in numerous biological functions and are linked to cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and infectious diseases. However, studying and describing the process of phase separation has been
The 1972 Clean Water Act has long been in place to protect the “waters of the United States.” However, due to its lack of a concise definition of which streams and wetlands fall under its jurisdiction, determining the exact coverage of the Act has been a challenge. This has left it up to presidential administrations,
Advancements in scientific research continue to push the boundaries of our understanding of the fundamental mechanisms that govern our world. In a remarkable achievement, an international research team, comprising scientists from Friedrich Schiller University Jena and the Helmholtz Institute Jena in Germany, has made significant strides in the field of ultra-precise X-ray spectroscopy. By focusing
In recent years, the number of Victorians contracting the flesh-eating bacteria known as Buruli ulcer has been on the rise. Last year, a record-breaking 363 cases were reported, bringing attention to the urgent need for understanding how this bacterial infection spreads. While it has long been suspected that mosquitoes play a role in the transmission
The Moon, with its distinct lack of atmosphere and tectonic plates, presents a unique environment vastly different from Earth. However, this alien world still holds its share of peculiarities, as recent discoveries have shown. Scientists have stumbled upon some enigmatic dust-covered boulders within the Reiner Gamma lunar swirl, an area already known for its unusual
Scientists are constantly seeking ways to uncover the hidden properties of various materials. Just as a flashlight helps us see in the dark, researchers at the University of California San Diego have discovered that light can be used to reveal the desirable properties of a quantum material called Ta2NiSe5 (TNS). By using an advanced optical