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A 13th-century diagram of veins. Unfortunately, without modern developments in childbirth, pharmacology, or surgery, saving patients was certainly harder. The regular reoccurrence of deadly pandemics such as plague also devastated patients. A 13th-century diagram of veins. (Photo:Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain) These medieval doctors received inherited medical knowledge from the ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians. As physicians began to train at universities, they learned to combine this knowledge with practice and rigorous observation....

Irises by VincentVan Gogh. Browsing an archive this size can feel like a daunting endeavor. Getty’s Open Content program is home to iconic works by trailblazing artists. “Irises” by VincentVan Gogh. 1889. (Photo:The Getty, Public domain) We hope the public continues to enjoy exploring and using our images in creative ways for years to come. Start exploring The Getty’s Open Content platformhere. Landscape with Ceres (Allegory of Earth) by Jan Brueghel the Younger, Hendrik van Balen....

An elementary school teacher teaching, 1877. (Photo:National Institute for Educational Policy Research) What did your school textbooks look like? Chances are they were old, ripped, and written in. An elementary school teacher teaching, 1877. (Photo:National Institute for Educational Policy Research) Their computer-printed images were certainly not fine art, especially with other students' layering doodles over the years. However, textbooks do not always have to be boring; they can be works of art....

The 29-year-old began theGlobal Solo Challengedeparting from A Coruna, Spain, in October 2023. Finally, she made her way back to land in March 2024, aboard her vessel namedFirst Light. Throughout her months at sea, Brauer was not phased by the wildly unpredictable behaviors of Mother Nature. She worked tirelessly towards achieving her incredible feat. Along the way, the determined competitor chronicled her 130-day journey at sea on Instagram. For example, she references the term reefing the sail....

I hope other young girls are inspired to play out their dreams and recognize their limitless potential. Meanwhile, Viola Davis said that she wanted this Barbie to make her 6-year-old self squeal. It’s my biggest gift to her, commented the actress in a statement shared on herInstagram. My lifelong mission and legacy to make her feel pretty, seen, and worthy. Helen Mirren’s doll also pays tribute to a striking red carpet look....

Image: NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center This year is full of exciting astronomical events. It can be spotted as a small, semicircular arc near Bootes and Hercules. When the nova occurs, it will appear as a new bright star. Image: NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Look up after sunset during summer months to find Hercules! Scan between Vega and Arcturus, near the distinct pattern of Corona Borealis. Image: NASA View of Granada War Relocation Center from the interpretive signs at the entrance....

Flowers are starting to bloom and the days are getting longerthats right, spring is here! This includes our itemson sale. If youre looking to put some colorful pep in your step, weve got plenty of products for that. To start, check outViviva Spring Colorsheets. Spring, while its certainly warmer, can still have its chilly moments, too. This makes theVintage Bird Scarf by Shovavaa must-have addition to your closet. Viviva Colorsheets| $19....

NGC 5468, a galaxy containing Cepheid variable stars. If so, perhaps no true unexplainable problem existed. However, a study recently published inThe Astrophysical Journal Letterslays this debate to rest. NGC 5468, a galaxy containing Cepheid variable stars. (Photo:NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI, Adam G. Riess (JHU, STScI)) The rate of the expansion of the universe is known as theHubble constant. TheLambda CDMthe current governing system of measuring universe expansion by examining the cosmic microwave backgroundbreaks down at these points....

Can you picture an animal small enough to comfortably sit atop your fingernail? It may sound like work of fiction, but such an animal actually existsthe Brazilian flea toad. Don’t be fooled by the name though. It is neither a flea nor a toad, but, in fact, a frog. Due to its size, it is believed to be the smallest amphibian and smallest vertebrate in the world. The smallest individual measured in the study was 6....

Though Russell is a wild bird, he visits Otto and his family often. Their adventures together have been documented by Otto’s mom,Lrke Luna. This has also meant that Russell enjoys being around Luna, unabashedlylandingon her shoulder and playing with her hair. After trying to reach out to a wildlife rehabilitator, they couldn’t find one in the vicinity. Not willing to give up on the crow, they took him in and nursed him back to health....

Huli Tribesman Roberto Pazzi. Finalist, PeopleThis portrait features a Huli wigman tribesman. The Huli are an Indigenous Melanesian ethnic group who reside in the Hela Province of Papua New Guinea. “Huli Tribesman” ©Roberto Pazzi. All rights reserved. Finalist, People“This portrait features a Huli wigman tribesman. The Huli are an Indigenous Melanesian ethnic group who reside in the Hela Province of Papua New Guinea. There are over 250,000 Huli, making them one of the largest cultural groups in Papua New Guinea....

Baier founded 4SPACE as a vehicle to bridge non-traditional space companies with the space industry. The list of names is universal, from various cultures throughout the world, fields, and time periods. Displayed in front of each artwork, the names memorialize the figures. In this way, Koons honors some of the greatest achievements of the past to inspire future generations. And it is the first time that a privately owned spacecraft has successfully landed....

Photo: johnanderson/Depositphotos Coral reefs are a key element of ocean ecosystems. They provide food and shelter for sea creatures, and they also protect coastlines from storms and erosion. To measure the success of their program, they looked into calcium carbonate. Photo: johnanderson/Depositphotos Fast forward four years, and the net carbonate budgets have tripled and are indistinguishable from healthy control sites. The speed of recovery that we saw was incredible, said Lange....