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Molecular structure of a typical hydrocolloid called carboxymethylcellulose. Photo from the American Chemical Society and Lamberti.

How do Pimple Patches Work?

by Celine Tan, Multimedia Manager May 9, 2025

For some, it’s almost second nature to pop a pimple the moment it appears. For others, decisive hands rummage around to find a pimple patch to conceal the pimple and help it heal. However, skeptics may...

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Evading Doom: Effects of Doomscrolling

by Melanie Pinkerton, Reporter May 5, 2025

The phenomenon of doomscrolling, or scrolling endlessly online and absorbing particularly negative news and content, took the modern world by storm. Many struggle with mental health issues and keeping...

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Maximizing Your Summer Self

by Reece Yeamans, Reporter Apr 30, 2025

For high school students and graduating seniors, summer offers a break from all the hassle of schoolwork and a chance to enjoy time with friends and family. While socializing is fun and can be relaxing,...

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Lost in Misdiagnosis: Overlapping Traits of Autism

by Megan Glass, Photo Editor Apr 4, 2025

Autism, often misunderstood and misdiagnosed, is a complex neurological condition that shares overlapping traits with many mental health disorders. Unfortunately, this leads to a frequent misidentification...

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PCOS: Hormonal Puzzle Explained

by Megan Glass, Photo Editor Feb 11, 2025

Polycystic ovarian syndrome, commonly known as PCOS, is a genetic, hormonal disorder that affects females' ovaries. PCOS is a complex condition to treat, characterized by irregular periods, acne, weight...

Photo by Jewish Council for the Aging.

In Search of Light: Battling Seasonal Depression

by Megan Glass, Photo Editor Jan 21, 2025

Once beaming sun rays become clouds of lifeless gray. A warm breeze transforms into a wind chill that creeps between the desolate, bare trees. As seasons change and the sun spends less time in the sky,...

Chemical structure of alkyl groups. Photo from UCLA.

True Effect of Alkyl Groups Discovered

by Celine Tan, Multimedia Manager Dec 10, 2024

Scientists and educators may have to fundamentally rewrite organic chemistry textbooks. Recent research by a team from Cardiff University’s School of Chemistry suggests that alkyl groups may actually...

Smoking Clouds Mental Clarity: Battling Dementia Before It Strikes

Smoking Clouds Mental Clarity: Battling Dementia Before It Strikes

by Megan Glass, Photo Editor Dec 3, 2024

The brain is an impressionable, moldable and complex organ. It contains billions of nerve cells arranged in patterns that coordinate thought, emotion, behavior, movement and sensation. The brain's neuroplasticity...

Graph of the commonly reported symptoms of dehyration from Market.us. Media

Dehydration: Silent Killer

by Megan Glass, Photo Editor Nov 13, 2024

A hot day in the sun, hours spent swimming, or a night battling stomach flu all share a common outcome: these events significantly increase the risk of dehydration. The human body is a marvelous tool that...

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American Obesity: Calling for Change

by Megan Glass, Photo Editor Oct 3, 2024

From an early age, colorful fruit snacks, sweet juices and quick microwavable meals flashed on the TV, drawing attention to exciting colors, shapes and flavors. Young children are naturally attracted to...

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Diet: Ruler of Mind, Body, Soul

by Megan Glass, Photo Editor Oct 3, 2024

Students with droopy eyes fight for their attention and focus to remain on the lecture in front of them. An untouched glazed donut rests in the top corner of their desk beside a Red Bull for a much-needed...

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