An mRNA vaccine against glioblastoma, a deadly form of brain cancer, has shown promise in a new clinical trial Depositphotos Glioblastoma, among the deadliest cancers, has limited treatment options. However, a recent small-scale clinical trial showcased an mRNA vaccine that swiftly activates the immune system against tumors, showing encouraging outcomes. Glioblastoma stands as the predominant brain cancer...
Credit: Pixabay The World Health Organization expressed serious concern on Thursday regarding the increasing spread of H5N1 bird flu to different species, including humans, where it poses an "extremely high" mortality risk. "This is undoubtedly a significant concern," stated Jeremy Farrar, the chief scientist of the UN health agency, during a press conference in Geneva. The bird...
Scientist and manager at IBM Research Africa in Nairobi, Kenya, shares insights into Africa's AI innovations and their potential global impact. Let's delve into the key points and implications discussed in her presentation. Background and Context Aisha's journey into AI research in Africa is rooted in her diverse experiences, from her academic pursuits in computer science...
Credit: Pixabay A recent study indicates that assigning math homework to students can have adverse effects, especially when the tasks are overly complex, making it difficult for children to complete them even with parental assistance. Researchers from the University of South Australia and St. Francis Xavier University in Canada conducted interviews with eight Canadian families....
Credit: Pixaobay Researchers have discovered that participating in activities intended to release anger, such as jogging or using a punching bag, is unlikely to effectively reduce anger. Instead, they recommend engaging in activities that lower physical arousal. Anger, an undesirable emotion for many, appears to be increasingly prevalent nowadays due to various factors. A Gallup poll...
The Lenovo Daystar Bot GS six-legged robodog is penciled in for a 2024 launch in AsiaLenovo/iF Design When searching for a robotic dog for warehouse patrol, Lenovo may not be the first brand that comes to mind. Yet, Lenovo's Shanghai innovations lab has actively engaged in robot development for a significant duration. While the latest...
Lead author Adriana Dutkiewicz points to deposits left behind during the Sturtian glaciation in Australia's northern Flinders RangesProfessor Dietmar Müller/University of Sydney Geologists have provided fresh insights into Earth's natural temperature regulation system. They suggest that the movement of tectonic plates, which resulted in decreased volcanic activity, is the probable cause of the severe ice...
Researchers are developing an ultra-fast COVID test inspired by crustaceans that possess natural bioluminescence. Credit: ACS. In the post-pandemic era, undergoing a rapid COVID-19 test has become all too familiar. Typically, individuals endure an anxious 15-minute wait before obtaining their results. However, drawing inspiration from bioluminescent crustaceans, a groundbreaking prototype test aims to reduce this...
In a significant development, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has identified a variant of the flu strain H1N2, known as influenza A(H1N2)v, in humans for the first time within the UK. The discovery was made through routine national flu surveillance after an individual sought medical attention for respiratory symptoms, as disclosed by the...
The fact that people dying at home are going unnoticed for long periods of time points to issues with social support networks, say the researchers . Credit: Pixaobay Despite overall improved mortality rates, the occurrence of individuals found at home in such a state of decomposition that determining their cause of death becomes impossible is...
