The US FDA has removed semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, from its shortage list after supply chain issues were resolved. This move is expected to impact patients taking cheaper, compounded versions of the drug. The semaglutide shortage has officially ended in the US, which means the GLP-1...

A groundbreaking HIV treatment, Lenacapavir, has been hailed as the breakthrough medicine of 2024. However, its potential to end the HIV epidemic is under threat due to US budget constraints. Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injection that prevents HIV transmission, was named the breakthrough medicine of 2024. This game-changer has the potential...

A breakthrough in biological research has been made with the development of AI-powered protein fragment prediction, allowing scientists to design novel therapeutics and gain a deeper understanding of cellular design principles. Protein-protein interactions are the foundation of all biological function. From transcribing DNA to controlling cell division, these interactions facilitate...

High-speed videos reveal the intricate dynamics of droplet splashes in unprecedented detail, shedding light on a phenomenon that has significant implications for various industries and public health. When raindrops fall onto a puddle or pond, they can create a splash that dislodges surface particles and launches them into the air....

Air pollution has reached catastrophic levels at high elevations worldwide, with Nepal being the worst affected country. The country's location between China and India makes it a natural 'pollution sink', concentrating industrial and urban air pollution from its neighbors. Nepal's location between China and India means it gets the worst...

MIT researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in RNA splicing regulation, revealing a new layer of control that influences the expression of half of all human genes. This breakthrough has significant implications for our understanding of gene expression and its role in disease. RNA splicing is a critical process that...

The notion of 'ethical' AI remains a contentious issue, with proponents claiming certain tools are more ethical than others, but is this truly the case? While proponents of generative AI claim that certain tools are more ethical than others, I'm not convinced that this is the case. The ethics of...

A groundbreaking AI tool has accelerated a breakthrough in bacterial resistance research, solving a decade-long puzzle in just two days. Cases of tuberculosis have increased in the UK and worldwide as the disease becomes increasingly resistant to antibiotics. A complex problem that took microbiologists a decade to understand has been...

Unlock the full potential of AI to enhance compassionate leadership and create a more caring culture within your organization. Discover how integrating empathetic artificial intelligence can drive innovation, productivity, and success. Recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have enabled machines to mimic human empathy, analyze emotions, and even predict emotional...

Pope Francis, the 88-year-old pontiff, has been hospitalized with severe bronchitis and pneumonia in both lungs, prompting concerns about his health and future Vatican events. The Vatican has provided an update on the health of Pope Francis, who was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital last week due to a severe...