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The Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal Turns 30: A Milestone Reflection

November 9, 2024

Thirty years ago, the Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal began its journey, and it's time to celebrate this significant milestone. The journal has been a cornerstone in the realm of pharmaceuticals, offering a platform for researchers, professionals, and students to share their findings and advancements.

science

Faith Fluctuations: Tracking Religion Over a Century

November 9, 2024

Over the past century, religions have seen their fair share of growth spurts and declines. Imagine each religion as a unique club that people join. Some clubs become incredibly popular, while others lose members over time. To really understand how these clubs change, scientists used a special math

science

Hot Contacts: How Dirt Messes with Energy

November 9, 2024

Ever wondered how the tiny bits of dirt on electrical contacts can make a big difference in how efficiently we use energy? Let's dive into a fascinating study that used mathematical modeling and simulations to figure this out. These electrical contacts carry super high currents, like 3000 A, in many

health

Affordable Insulin: A Game Changer for South African Diabetes Care?

November 9, 2024

Recently, some big names in the insulin business, like Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi, have cut prices on their long-lasting insulin types. This isn't just good news for South Africa's healthcare system—it's essential. Diabetes is a big problem here, especially pre-diabetes, and the country's E

science

Exploring the Pace of Random Walks in Special Environments

November 9, 2024

Imagine a tiny explorer who's on a journey, but instead of a map, this adventurer relies on luck. This explorer could be a particle, or a tiny animal, wandering in an environment where conditions aren't always the same. Scientists call this a 'random walk', and they're interested in how fast this wa

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Tiny Plankton Power in South Africa's St Helena Bay

November 9, 2024

In the sunny waters of St Helena Bay, South Africa, tiny plankton, known as nano-picoplankton, rule the post-upwelling period. These tiny guys are the main producers of food for marine life. Yet, we don't fully understand how they behave over short periods or what kind of community they form. Scien

health

The Surprising Secrets of Calf Health

November 9, 2024

Over the past few decades, scientists have been paying more attention than ever to calf health and welfare. Ten years ago, a review series discussed how important colostrum is for calves from birth to weaning. Even today, proper colostrum management is crucial to prevent sickness and death in calves

finance

Bitcoin's Price Journey: What's Next After Hitting Record Highs?

November 8, 2024

Bitcoin, often abbreviated as BTC, has been on quite the ride. Its price recently hit an all-time high. Some traders are thinking big, with targets set at $100, 000. But hold on, there might be a bit of a pause before that happens, say some analysts. The excitement comes from President-elect Trump's

health

Does Physical Therapy After Hip or Knee Replacement Really Help?

November 8, 2024

You might think that physical therapy after a hip or knee replacement is a no-brainer. But is it really necessary? A new study set out to answer this question by comparing patients who got physical therapy to those who didn't. The surprising result? There wasn't a huge difference in how well patient

politics

Jimmy Kimmel’s Tearful Take on Trump’s Win: A Night of Loss for Many

November 8, 2024

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel struggled to hold back tears as he discussed Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential election victory during his show. Kimmel, a Democrat, listed several groups he believed would be negatively impacted by Trump’s second term. He mentioned women, children, immigrants, healthcare