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Rice Seeds and Their Temperature Sensitivity: A Molecular Dance

December 28, 2025

Rice seeds are picky about temperature. They need the right heat to sprout and grow. Scientists have been trying to figure out how this works. They found a cool trick that rice seeds use to decide when to grow. There are two key players in this game: OsFTIP9 and OSH1. When the temperature is just r

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Sun Spots: Uncovering the Hidden Drivers

August 4, 2025

Sun spots, those pesky dark patches on the skin, are more than just a cosmetic issue. They pop up after too much sun exposure and can hint at bigger skin problems. But what's really going on inside the skin when these spots appear? Scientists have been digging into this question and have come up wit

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Unlocking the Secrets of ALS: A Closer Look at Brain Cells and Tiny Messengers

July 6, 2025

ALS, or Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a tough disease that affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord. It's a challenge for scientists to understand the molecular pathways involved in ALS and other neurological diseases. In a recent study, researchers took a closer look at two types of

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How Scientists Are Using Supercharged Immune Cells to Fight Arthritis

July 6, 2025

Scientists have been using a powerful new tool to fight cancer. Now, they are testing it on a different kind of battle: rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This therapy, called CAR-T cell treatment, gives immune cells superpowers to fight diseases. In RA, the body's defense system turns against itself, causi

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A New Hope for Ulcerative Colitis Treatment: The Power of Chinese Herbs

June 24, 2025

Chinese herbs have been used for ages to treat various ailments, and one such herb, Atractylodis rhizoma (AR), has shown promise in managing gastrointestinal issues. Researchers decided to dig deeper into how an alcohol-based extract of AR (EEAR) could help with ulcerative colitis (UC), a condition

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The Hidden Role of Cells in Asthma Inflammation

June 10, 2025

Asthma is a widespread respiratory condition that affects people of all ages. It is marked by inflammation that leads to airway problems. The main treatment involves inhaled corticosteroids, but these have their limits. To find better treatments, scientists are looking into the tiny details of how a

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How a Plant Compound Fights Cancer Cells

June 3, 2025

A compound from a plant is showing promise in the fight against a specific type of cancer. This compound is called ponicidin. It comes from a plant known as Rabdosia rubescens. It has been found to have strong anti-cancer properties. The big question is, how does it work against esophageal squamous

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Obesity's Hidden Impact on Cancer Risk

May 23, 2025

Obesity is a major health concern that goes beyond just weight. It is linked to a higher chance of developing cancer. This connection is not just about how much someone weighs. It is about how fat cells behave and interact with other cells in the body. This interaction can lead to cancer in various

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Unraveling Bone Tumors: The Cell-by-Cell Story

April 20, 2025

Bone tumors, specifically giant cell tumors of bone (GCTB), are tricky. They are not made up of just one type of cell. Instead, they are a mix of different cells. This mix makes them hard to understand and even harder to treat. To make things worse, these tumors are not uniform. They vary from one p

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New Hope for Bile Duct Cancer Treatments

April 17, 2025

Bile duct cancer, also known as biliary tract cancer, is a serious illness. The outlook for patients has not been great. However, researchers have made big strides in understanding how this cancer grows. This understanding has led to new ways of treating it. The focus now is on finding even bett