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In a significant ruling, a military court found a former Army battalion commander, Herman West, guilty of sexually harassing a female officer. This case comes after recent changes in the military's legal system that now classify sexual harassment as a crime. Colonel West, based at Joint Base Lewis-M

Watching Cities Move: Using Cameras to Track Health Behaviors

Imagine observing how people move and interact in a bustling city without interrupting their daily routines. That’s the potential of using video cameras to assess physical activity and other well-being behaviors in urban environments. Traditional methods often rely on multiple human observers, which

The Journey of the AST Biosensor: A New Tool for Heart and Liver Health Checks

Ever wondered how doctors quickly check for liver and heart diseases? Scientists have been busy creating a special tool called a biosensor. This sensor measures the amount of a key protein called aspartate aminotransferase (AST) in your blood. AST is like a signal that something's wrong in your hear

science

Flowering in Brassica napus: The Tug-of-War Between Two Transcription Factors

Every plant has its own clock, and in the case of rapeseed (Brassica napus), two transcription factors are calling the shots. Say hello to BnaC09. FUL and BnaC06. WIP2! These guys are like the good cop (BnaC09. FUL) and the bad cop (BnaC06. WIP2) when it comes to flowering time. Early bloomers are

Ultrasound vs. Bier Block: A Comparison for Emergency Arm Injuries

When you break your arm in an emergency, doctors need quick and effective ways to reduce the injury. Two popular methods are the ultrasound-guided supraclavicular block and the Bier block. Let's look at the difference between these two techniques and how they stack up statistically. First, what exa

politics

Deepfakes Target Women in Congress: A Growing Threat

More than 25 women in Congress have been targeted by sexually explicit deepfakes, according to a new study. This isn't just a problem for politicians; it's a reflection of a broader issue affecting women everywhere. Deepfakes can be created easily using AI, and there are few laws to stop them. This

Verapamil and Ivermectin: Unexpected Helpers against Parasites in Mice?

Trichinella spiralis parasites are sneaky. They trick muscle cells into becoming "nurse cells, " feeding and protecting them. Medicines like verapamil, used for other health issues, might mess with this clever plan. Scientists tested verapamil, ivermectin (IVM), and both together against these paras

Resistance in Worms: Why Some Drugs Don't Work

Meet Haemonchus contortus, a tiny worm that packs a big punch. It's one of the most troublesome parasites for sheep and goats, mostly because it's become resistant to many drugs. One group of drugs, called macrocyclic lactones (MLs), includes popular ones like ivermectin and moxidectin. Scientists s

science

Genes' Rhythm: The RNA Cycle of Trypanosoma brucei

Let's talk about Trypanosoma brucei, a sneaky single-celled parasite that's tough to deal with. This tiny bugger doesn't follow the usual DNA commands you'd expect. Instead, scientists uncovered a unique way its genes stay in control: through a fascinating lifecycle of RNA. Imagine RNA as the DJ of

education

Instagram Obsession and How It Affects Nurse Students' Study Habits