Landmark study shows just how impactful a structured yet enjoyable plan to stay active is in keeping cancer at bayDepositphotosA groundbreaking study spanning 17 years has shown that a structured exercise program can significantly enhance survival and long-term health for individuals recovering from colorectal cancer. According to one researcher, "These findings will redefine how...
A surface coating mimicking a super-elastic insect protein repelled 100% of bacteriaDALL-EA team of researchers has introduced a novel approach to stopping bacteria from clinging to surfaces such as those found in medical equipment. The strategy leverages the remarkable characteristics of resilin—a natural protein found in insects that gives fleas their extraordinary jumping ability.The...
(Simon McGill/Moment/Getty Images)Concrete remains a widely used and highly adaptable construction material, but it has notable drawbacks—particularly its tendency to crack due to low tensile strength. To address this vulnerability, researchers have been exploring ways to develop concrete that can repair itself, and a new innovation might be a significant breakthrough.A Self-Healing Breakthrough Using...
Deimos glimmers faintly in a scene awash with pre-dawn mauves and lilacs. (NASA/JPL-Caltech)Mars is a quiet and desolate world. Aside from a few robotic explorers tirelessly studying its terrain, the red planet remains uninhabited and eerily still.Echoes in the WindThe only sound one might hear is the soft rustling of Martian winds. There are...
Image Credits: PixabayAs climate change accelerates, South Africa is not only experiencing increased heat and dryness—it’s also gradually rising by as much as 2 millimeters per year, according to new research.While scientists already recognized this upward movement, they previously attributed it to mantle flow beneath the Earth's crust in the region.However, the new study...
Image Credits: Nguyen et al.Over the past decades, roboticists have developed various systems capable of accurately mimicking specific human movements and behaviors. Some robots can compete against humans or others in sports, like at RoboCup, a robot soccer competition.MIT Develops Precise Robotic Table Tennis SystemMIT researchers developed a robotic table tennis system that quickly...
Image Credits:X Corp.On Sunday, Elon Musk revealed that XChat, an upgraded version of X’s Direct Messaging (DM) feature, is being released with new capabilities including disappearing messages, encryption, file sharing, and support for audio and video calls.While these features are not widely available yet—since XChat only recently entered beta testing with a limited group—Musk...
Image Credits: PixabayFor many people, the day doesn’t truly begin until that first cup of coffee. It’s familiar, energizing, and ranks among the most popular drinks worldwide.However, despite its comforting appeal, your morning coffee may not be as harmless as it seems—especially when combined with certain medications. It can alter how some drugs work,...
Image Credits: medicalxpress"Medical professionals typically assess wounds through visual inspection, a method often limited by subjectivity. Nitric oxide (NO), released by immune cells during inflammation, is crucial for healing as it helps coordinate the recovery process."Measuring nitric oxide in wounds is difficult because it degrades quickly and exists in very low amounts. Additionally, wound...
Image Credits: PixabayLinkedIn, the job-focused social network owned by Microsoft, is reducing its workforce. A recent filing with the California Employment Development Department shows the company is laying off 281 employees in the state."Earlier this month, Microsoft announced 6,000 job cuts, about 3% of its workforce, affecting LinkedIn and California staff."LinkedIn Follows Tech Industry...
