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New Polymer Cleans Up Water and Fish, One Endocrine Disruptor at a Time

November 19, 2024

Imagine having a super-efficient sponge that can soak up tiny, harmful chemicals from water and even fish. That's basically what scientists have created with a new polymer. This polymer, made from a substance called 4-pyridinemethanol, is like a tiny, porous magnet for troublesome chemicals. These

health

How Much Does It Cost to Fight Malnutrition in Ethiopia?

November 17, 2024

The Ethiopian government has a big plan to tackle malnutrition over the next ten years, called the Food and Nutrition Strategy (FNS 2021-2030). Experts did some math to figure out how much money is needed to make this plan happen. They found out that it would cost around US$2. 55 billion over ten ye

education

Bye-Bye Benders: TJ Science Olympiad Sees Coaching Shift

November 17, 2024

After years of steering Thomas Jefferson's Science Olympiad team to victory, Rich Bender and Carol Haller have stepped down. Their retirement means more free time, but it also leaves a big gap in the world of middle school science competition. They've been the brains behind 31 straight state titles

health

Injuries in Ethiopian Hospital Sanitary Work: A Closer Look

November 16, 2024

Have you ever thought about the dangers faced by the people who keep our hospitals clean? Sanitary workers in public hospitals in eastern Ethiopia are at a high risk of injuries. This isn't just because of unsafe tools or nasty workplace conditions. It's also due to overlooked risk factors and a lac

health

Quality of Life and Money Woes: Ethiopian Patients Living With Chronic Leukemia

November 15, 2024

Imagine you're living in Ethiopia and dealing with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). This isn't just about staying alive; it's about living well. But how do patients in low-income countries like Ethiopia fare compared to those in wealthier nations? That's what researchers set out to find. They focuse

health

Health Check: How Well Does the EQ-5D Work for Ethiopian Cervical Cancer Patients?

November 14, 2024

The EQ-5D, a popular tool for measuring health-related quality of life worldwide, hasn't been thoroughly tested among Ethiopian cervical cancer patients. This tool, which covers five dimensions at five levels, is used to assess overall health and well-being. However, there's a gap in knowledge about

politics

Ukraine's Drones Reach Far: Caspian Sea Attack

November 11, 2024

Imagine this: Ukraine has hit Russian ships in the Caspian Sea, way beyond its borders. It's like trying to hit a bullseye from miles away! A Ukrainian official, Andriy Kovalenko, shared on Telegram that Kaspiysk port in Russia was targeted. Kaspiysk is in Dagestan, near the Caspian Sea. Russia's l

health

Why Aren't More Women in Ethiopia Getting Screened for Cervical Cancer?

November 8, 2024

Cervical cancer is a significant global health problem, with around 600, 000 new cases and 340, 000 deaths reported in 2020. Early detection through screening is crucial, yet only 5% of eligible women in Ethiopia are being screened. This raises a critical question: What's preventing women from getti

health

How Maternal Health Inequalities Shape Fertility Choices in Ethiopia

November 8, 2024

Fertility plays a big role in shaping the population of a country—its size, structure, and makeup. Knowing what people want when it comes to having kids, also known as fertility preferences, helps predict population growth. This study looked into how differences in using key maternal health services

technology

Imagine AI's Powerful Future with Anthropic's CEO

October 18, 2024

Dario Amodei, the boss of Anthropic—a company backed by giants like Google and Amazon—has a dream. He sees a future where Artificial Intelligence (AI) solves humanity's biggest problems. Think no more poverty, depression, or even PTSD. Plus, medicine could advance tenfold! But hold on, these are jus