Biology

The oceans are heating up as the planet warms. This past year, 2024, was the warmest ever measured for the global ocean, following a record-breaking 2023.

Martino Newcombe runs a small farm in Co.

Preserving biodiversity is among the most urgent issues of our time, and it needs to be addressed regionally to succeed. This article was produced by Earth | Food | Life, a project of the Independent Media Institute. Anthropogenic climate change and biodiversity loss are the most pressing issues for our planet. Carbon

Monarch butterflies are among the most beloved insects in North America.

I’ve written at length about how to make change.

Happy Newt Year! Those who have followed me for a long time have probably noticed a marked uptick in the frequency of newt mentions in the last few years.

Bill Gates is funding research to develop “flying vaccinators,” which are genetically modified mosquitoes designed to deliver vaccines. The project is being conducted by researchers at Leiden University Medical Centre in the Netherlands.  The goal is to combat malaria by using these mosquitoes to administer vaccines without causing significant illness.

What is one of the primary causes of muscle imbalances? * Excessive hydration * Sedentary habits and repetitive movements Muscle imbalances often arise from repetitive movements and sedentary habits, which overwork certain muscles while leaving others underutilized. Learn more. * Eating a high-protein diet * Regular strength training Muscle imbalances often arise from repetitive

What is the primary benefit of photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? * It eliminates the need for dietary supplements * It targets abnormal blood vessel growth * It improves mitochondrial function and visual acuity Photobiomodulation therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to target mitochondria, enhancing ATP production and reducing

1 What do cholesterol dehydrogenase enzymes, encoded by ismA genes, do in the gut? * Increase cholesterol absorption * Convert cholesterol into coprostanol Cholesterol dehydrogenase enzymes encoded by ismA genes convert cholesterol into coprostanol, a form less easily absorbed by the body. Learn more. * Break down dietary fiber * Produce harmful endotoxins Cholesterol

Supplements have become increasingly popular with more people aiming to improve their health and well-being.

How does melatonin help protect the brain from Alzheimer's disease? * By stimulating blood flow to the hippocampus Melatonin helps maintain the integrity of the blood-brain barrier, protecting the brain from harmful substances and supporting brain health. Learn more. * By maintaining the integrity of the blood-brain barrier * By blocking amyloid-beta protein