Month: March 2023

Fighting intolerance with physics

In a world where inequality and intolerance are on the rise, science and math offer valuable tools for understanding and combating prejudice. Researchers have harnessed the power of evolutionary game theory and complex system analysis, borrowing techniques from economics and biology, to explore the link between inequality and intolerance. Their findings reveal that inequality actually […]

Published on March 14, 2023

Mapping Uterine Contractions During Labor with New Imaging Tool

Researchers have developed a super cool new way to map and visualize uterine contractions during labor! It’s kind of like making a 3D movie of your muscles in action. This non-invasive imaging technique, called electromyometrial imaging (EMMI), creates real-time images and maps of the contractions. By analyzing these unique images and metrics, scientists can better […]

Published on March 14, 2023

FDA Review: Paxlovid Beneficial in Some COVID Patients

In the ongoing quest to find effective treatments for COVID-19, Pfizer’s experimental drug, Paxlovid, has shown promise in reducing the severity of the disease in adults at high risk. Just as an umbrella shields us from a torrential downpour, Paxlovid aims to shield vulnerable individuals from the storm of severe illness. The recent FDA review […]

Published on March 14, 2023