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Monitoring Venetoclax Treatment: Real-World Insights

November 19, 2024

Venetoclax is a common treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). While it's effective, it needs close supervision to ensure safety. But how important is this constant monitoring, especially for patients at low or medium risk of tumor lysis syndrome (TLS)?

health

Guessing Brain Age: Why Two Scans Are Better Than One

November 19, 2024

Ever wished we could tell someone's age just by looking at their brain scan? Scientists often use T1-weighted structural MRI to do this. But a new study mixed things up by combining structural MRI and diffusion MRI. They created a smart model that could see both the big brain features and tiny detai

environment

Where Cold Winters Rule: How Bluebirds Adapt

November 19, 2024

Imagine a harsh winter's night in 2021, where heavy snowstorms batter the United States. These extreme weather events are happening more frequently, potentially causing noticeable changes in wildlife. Meet the Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis), a small bird that might have undergone rapid natural sel

science

How Experiments Help Us Understand Cultural Evolution

November 19, 2024

In recent years, scientists have been conducting lab experiments to test ideas about how culture evolves. These experiments have uncovered some interesting things, like how cultures change over time, the biases that shape what becomes popular, and even if animals can have their own cultures. We've s

entertainment

Rashida Jones Honors Late Dad Quincy at Governors Awards

November 18, 2024

On Sunday, Rashida Jones stood on the stage of the Governors Awards, surrounded by her siblings. She delivered a speech written by her late father, Quincy Jones, who was set to receive an honorary Oscar before his passing two weeks prior. Quincy Jones, a legendary music producer with seven Oscar nom

technology

Reviving Old Batteries: A New Way to Recycle Electric Vehicle Batteries with Glycerol

November 18, 2024

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular, a big problem is what to do with all the old batteries. Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) with LiFePO4 (LFP) cathodes are common, but they wear out and can't be easily reused due to damage. This is because they lose lithium and their structure gets messed u

lifestyle

Happiness Guru Arthur Brooks: A Personal Journey

November 18, 2024

Arthur Brooks, a Harvard professor and behavioral scientist, has made a name for himself by studying happiness. But his journey didn't start with a desire to help others. It began with a personal quest to understand his own unhappiness. He compared happiness to astronomy, thinking he could study it

technology

Samsung's AR Smart Glasses: Coming Sooner Than You Think!

November 18, 2024

Ever wondered when you'd see Samsung's take on AR smart glasses? Well, hold onto your hats! Recent leaks from South Korea have spilled some interesting details. These glasses are expected to hit the market in the third quarter of 2025. That's just around the corner! And guess what? The initial batch

business

Air Pollution and Pay: A Surprising Connection in Chinese Companies

November 17, 2024

Imagine this: air quality can influence how much bosses earn compared to their employees. It's not just about salaries; it's about the bigger picture of a company's culture and performance. Researchers looked into 19, 229 Chinese companies from 2014 to 2020 to see how air pollution affects the gap b

health

Alcohol and Aggression: What Your Drinking Habits Really Mean

November 17, 2024

Ever thought about how your drinking habits might affect your behavior? Scientists recently explored this, checking out how different drinking patterns can influence aggression. They didn't just look at one drink, but observed what happens over time, much like a night out at a bar. They brought in 7