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Tiny Plastics, Big Problems: How Nanoplastics Hurt Zebrafish Brains

January 17, 2025

You know those tiny pieces of plastic that pollute our oceans and rivers? They're not just a problem for the environment, but also for the creatures living in it, like zebrafish. We found out that when these little plastic bits, called nanoplastics, are very small (about 20 nanometers), they can do

science

The Battle Against Cell Culture Contaminants: Kicking Out Mycoplasma

January 17, 2025

You might be familiar with the tiny, tricky organisms called mycoplasmas. These guys can sneak into cell cultures and cause big problems. Researchers often face up to 35% contamination in their cell lines. Cleaning up these cultures with antibiotics is usually a breeze, except when it comes to bacte

sports

Why AJ Brown Reads Books on the Sideline

January 16, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown isn't bothered by critics who slammed him for reading a book on the sideline during a playoff game against the Green Bay Packers. Brown, a three-time All-Pro, is known for bringing a book called Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy to every game. His teammates ev

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Could Coach Prime Join the Dallas Cowboys?

January 16, 2025

In 2023, Colorado’s football coach, Deion Sanders, had a clear message: no NFL coaching job for him. But as things often go in the sports world, opinions can change. Recently, he softened his stance, saying he’d consider an NFL job—if it meant coaching his sons. Now, there’s a buzz about him possibl

education

Classroom Decorations: A Big Debate in Ohio

January 16, 2025

Ohio's Little Miami Local Schools is stirring up a debate. On Thursday night, the school board will talk about a policy that might make teachers take down most posters, flags, and displays in classrooms. The district wants to focus classrooms on the curriculum, not social or political issues. Littl

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Plastic Pieces on the Move: A Closer Look at Microplastics in Rivers

January 16, 2025

Did you know tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, are all over our rivers and streams? Scientists wanted to understand how these microplastics move near the bottom of these waterways. They used a special tool called particle tracking velocimetry to watch four types of microplastics move in a lab

technology

Sebastian Vogelsang's New Instagram-Like App on Bluesky's AT Protocol

January 16, 2025

Have you ever wished for a simpler version of Instagram? Well, hold on to your hats because there's a new app on the block! Sebastian Vogelsang, a clever developer, is creating a fun new app called Flashes. This app is built on top of Bluesky's AT Protocol, which means you can use it just like Insta

health

Glaucoma Treatments: Which One Works Best?

January 16, 2025

Ever wondered which glaucoma treatment works best? A recent study compared three common methods: deep sclerectomy (DS), canaloplasty, and viscocanaloplasty. The results? DS and canaloplasty kept intraocular pressure (IOP) in check better than viscocanaloplasty. However, DS needed fewer glaucoma meds

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Dak Prescott's Mixed Feelings on Coach McCarthy's Exit

January 16, 2025

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has mixed feelings about coach Mike McCarthy's departure. He praised McCarthy as a "great dude" and felt blessed to play under him. However, Prescott acknowledged the business side of the NFL when discussing McCarthy's exit. Last year, Prescott had his most e

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Measuring Heat in Tiny Samples: How Thickness Affects Temperature Readings

January 16, 2025

Have you ever wondered how scientists measure heat in super small samples? One method they use is called plasmon energy expansion thermometry, or PEET. This method helps them see how hot different parts of a tiny sample are. Recently, scientists checked out how well PEET works in measuring the tempe