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The Bacteria That Help Cancer: How P. micra Speeds Up Colorectal Cancer

January 9, 2025

Ever heard of a tiny bacteria that can change how your body handles cancer? Meet Parvimonas micra (Pm), a germ that usually hangs out in your mouth. Scientists have found that Pm can mess with the immune system in a way that helps colorectal cancer (CRC) grow faster. Pm works by changing special im

science

The Power of Silicates: A New Weapon Against Citrus Diseases

January 9, 2025

The citrus industry is under threat from various post-harvest diseases, including green mold, sour rot, and blue mold. These diseases are caused by pesky fungi like Penicillium digitatum and Penicillium italicum, among others. The problem? Traditional fungicides harm the environment. So, scientists

health

Stress in Health Students: The Body Speaks

January 8, 2025

Lots of students in healthcare fields like dentistry and nursing manage hefty academic workloads and high expectations. This often leads to stress, which can show up in physical ways too, called somatization symptoms. Though these signs have been talked about a lot, not much focus has been given to

technology

Eco-Friendly Tech for LEO Satellites: A Balancing Act

January 8, 2025

Imagine you're planning a big party in space, using a bunch of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. You want to save energy and keep things moving efficiently, right? This study comes up with a smart way to do just that. They combined something called a Markov Decision Process with a Double Deep Q-Netw

politics

Bus Drivers Seek Fair Deal from CATS

January 8, 2025

In Baton Rouge, the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) is facing tension with its employees' union, Amalgamated Transit Union 1546. The union is pushing for a fair contract, alleging a hostile work environment and poor negotiations. Union President George Decuir expressed that the current contract,

science

UV Light: New Weapons Against Viruses

January 8, 2025

Did you know that ultraviolet (UV) light can be a powerful tool in fighting viruses? Scientists have been exploring different wavelengths of UV-C light to find safer and more environmentally friendly ways to prevent viral infections. For example, far-UV-C radiation with a wavelength of 233 nm can ki

health

Red Flags in Newly Diagnosed Ovarian Cancer: A Closer Look at Immune Response

January 8, 2025

When cancer spreads, it tends to twist the environment around it. In metastatic epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC), normal neutrophils, which usually help fight infections, get tricked into becoming "suppressors. " These reprogrammed neutrophils can hinder the activation of T cells, a vital part of our

lifestyle

Vegan Mattresses on Sale: Top Picks for a Plant-Based Sleep

January 8, 2025

Veganuary is in full swing, and many people are shifting to plant-based lifestyles. If you're one of them, you might be surprised to learn that your mattress could be vegan too! Let's dive into the world of vegan mattresses and explore some of the best deals available right now. Sleeping on a vegan

environment

When Weeds Become Plastic: Saving Lakes and Forests

January 8, 2025

Imagine a lake so filled with weeds that boats get stuck and fish struggle to breathe. That's the scene at Lake Naivasha in Kenya, where water hyacinths are taking over. These plants, originally from South America, are choking local ecosystems and causing trouble worldwide. But there's a twist: a Ke

environment

Does Religion Make Us Greener?

January 7, 2025

Ever wondered how our beliefs shape how we treat our planet? A recent study took a close look at this in China. Using data from a big survey in 2021, researchers built models to see how religious beliefs affect how people think and act towards the environment. They found that being more aware of env