It all started as a note hidden within hospital documentation: cancer patients who received a COVID-19 mRNA vaccine shortly after commencing their immunotherapy experienced significantly longer lives. Much longer. What initially appeared to be a mere coincidence now seems to signal a breakthrough that could change how medicine engages the immune system in combating cancer. […]
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In the previous entry of this series, we examined the profession of the English navigator Sir Robert Dudley (1574–1649). This concluded with a discussion of the scientific instruments he bequeathed, which are now housed in the Museo Galileo in Florence. These instruments originated from multiple different makers, and today I will focus on one not […]
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**Influential Psychologists: Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and Abraham Maslow** Throughout time, many psychologists have significantly shaped the discipline of psychology, enhancing our comprehension of the human psyche. Among these trailblazers, three emerge as particularly notable for their innovative theories: Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and Abraham Maslow. Each of these intellectuals introduced ideas that still influence […]
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**STEM from Scratch: March Opportunities for Youth Engagement** STEM from Scratch is dedicated to enhancing awareness of STEM-related opportunities available for youth, enabling the next generation of scientists, engineers, and mathematicians. In March, a range of programs throughout Canada are available for eager young learners wishing to explore the fields of science, technology, engineering, and […]
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On August 31, the New York Times released an opinion editorial entitled “Historians Observe Autocratic Playbook in Trump’s Assaults on Science” by William J. Broad. The piece draws connections between Trump’s supposed antagonism towards science and comparable behaviors exhibited by authoritarian figures throughout history, with a particular emphasis on the Catholic Church’s repression of scientific […]
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**Researchers Discover Unforeseen DNA Configurations During Cellular Division** For many years, researchers operated under the assumption that they comprehended DNA dynamics during cellular division thoroughly. The dominant theory suggested that the genome completely disassembles its complex 3D configuration, only to progressively reconstruct it after cell division. However, a team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology […]
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Chemical firm BASF has separated its coatings segment into an independent entity valued at €7.7 billion (£6.7 billion). Private equity firm Carlyle, in collaboration with Qatar Investment Authority, is acquiring a 60% stake in the new company, while BASF retains a 40% interest. The division encompasses automotive coatings, automotive refinish coatings, and surface treatment sectors. […]
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Researchers have uncovered fresh evidence indicating that maintaining low cholesterol levels throughout one’s lifespan, whether due to genetic factors or pharmaceutical interventions, may reduce the risk of dementia by as much as 80% for specific drug targets. This conclusion stems from an extensive study monitoring over one million individuals across Denmark, England, and Finland. The […]
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Astronomers have recently witnessed something remarkable: a black hole devouring a star far from its expected vicinity. This phenomenon, labeled AT 2024tvd, took place 2,600 light-years away from its galaxy’s nucleus, generating unprecedented radio signals that changed faster than any previously documented. Typically, such tidal disruption events (TDEs) happen near galactic centers, but this irregularity […]
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Scientists have discovered that a commonly prescribed diabetes medication, in combination with nasal insulin, effectively enhanced brain health in individuals with early Alzheimer’s disease, indicating a potential change in how doctors may address the condition beyond recently authorized drugs targeting amyloid plaques. The four-week study conducted by Wake Forest University School of Medicine examined empagliflozin, […]
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