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Zoom In- Global Health Tech Changemakers Staying Strong After 30 Years

February 4, 2025

Now celebrity collaborations come and go faster than fashion trends. But for 30 years now, the International Network of Agencies for Health Technology Assessment, or INAHTA, has been a rock solid team of global members. This network united in 1993, in the charming city of Paris. A no small feat, giv

education

Schools Explore The AI Advantage

February 4, 2025

In New Jersey, Bernards Township and Watchung Hills school districts want to join forces to dive deep into Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it meshes with education. Kristen Fox is the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction and she's been chatting with Watchung Hills about the top

sports

Cold Feet and Steep Slopes: Why Mountain Walkers Should Think Twice

February 3, 2025

Cold weather and steep slopes both affect how we burn energy when walking. Mountain walkers often choose steeper paths to save energy, but this might not be a good idea. People who walk uphill might think it is easier than walking on flat ground because they do not have to move their legs

technology

Humanoid Robots Jamming with Humans: The Future of Music?

February 3, 2025

For a long time, people have been wondering what would happen if robots could jam with humans. This idea has become a reality in recent years. Researchers have been working hard to develop robots that can do all sorts of things like magic, drawing, dancing and music. One of the coolest things t

science

Cartilage's Hidden Story: Lipids and Osteoarthritis

February 3, 2025

Cartilage's role in joint health can become easily overlooked. This tough material in our joints keeps bones from rubbing together. But sometimes, things go wrong, resulting in osteoarthritis. It turns out that the molecules called lipids can tell a story about what's happening at the joint level in

health

Fighting Heart and Metabolic Issues Through Inflammation Fighters

February 2, 2025

Neutrophils, which are essential when the body is fighting an infection, are also very important for understanding big health issues like diabetes and heart disease. Most of today's treatments focus on handling metabolism issues. However, the underrated role of inflammation in these diseases often g

health

Small Samples, Big Challenges: Testing for TB in the Brain

February 2, 2025

Tuberculous meningitis (TBM) is a nasty infection that affects the brain and spinal cord. It's caused by the same bacteria that causes tuberculosis (TB) in the lungs. One big problem with TBM is that it's hard to detect. The cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which is the fluid that surrounds the brain and

health

Navigating New Treament Frontiers For Common Liver issues

February 1, 2025

Imagine this. We live in a country where liver problems, specifically a condition called MASH, are on the rise. MASH is a nasty companion of unhealthy lifestyles, and it's becoming a major headache for doctors who specialize in stomach and liver issues. You might be wondering, "What's the big deal?

finance

Making Big Bets on Carpenter Technology

February 1, 2025

In the world of finance, opinions swing like a pendulum. Take Carpenter Technology for instance. The stock received a boost as BTIG, a reputable brokerage firm, increased its price forecast from $210 to $230. This is not just a small jump. It's a vote of confidence from BTIG. The firm is op

health

Osteoarthritis - Nano to the Rescue

February 1, 2025

Our bones might feel far stronger than what they may really be; Rust-like things called reactive oxygen species(Ways to describe them can vary. We've heard of free radicals as an example) could possibly damage them over long stretches of time. This science term for "arthritic degeneration. “ In a