Ultimate Shared Universe: ‘Star Trek’ Challenges Marvel and ‘Star Wars’ in Hollywood
Shared universes have become a popular trend in Hollywood, with Marvel leading the way in creating a cohesive narrative that spans across multiple movies and TV shows. However, another franchise is challenging Marvel and...
Removing Journal Titles from CV Papers: A Strategic Approach to Academic Achievement
In our modern scientific culture, there is often too much emphasis on the prestige of the journal in which research is published rather than on the quality of the science itself. Researchers often prioritize...
Majestic Sand Dunes on Mars’ Polar Ice Cap: Space Photo of the Week
Researchers at the University of Arizona recently shared a stunning image of sand dunes on Mars, captured by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. The image shows a dune field near the base of Mars' north...
Mapping Urban Growth in China Over 30 Years Using Satellite Radar Technology
In the last few decades, thousands of satellites have been launched into space by humanity. These satellites serve various purposes, from taking pictures and mapping the Earth to improving GPS technology in our phones....
The Science Behind the Amount of Snot Produced During a Cold
When we are struck with a cold, our noses become a snot machine, producing endless amounts of mucus. We use countless tissues to clean up the chunky, bright yellow boogers and runny mucus, creating...
Frog Lovers: A Look into the Fascinating World of Amphibian Enthusiasts
The idea of someone falling in love with a bug-eyed amphibian may seem ridiculous, but it has a long history in human culture. From fairy tales to memes, frogs have captured our imagination. These...
Math and Poetry: Uncovering Unexpected Links in Literature and Numbers
Mathematics and poetry may seem like two completely different worlds, but Peter Rowlett has uncovered unexpected links between the two. From the Fibonacci sequence to the Bell numbers, there is a surprising amount of...
Cannabis Use and Head & Neck Cancer Risk: What You Need to Know
A recent study has found that heavy and regular cannabis use may increase the risk of developing head and neck cancers. The study analyzed medical records from over 116,000 adults in the U.S. with...
Uncovering the Quantum Origins of the Greenhouse Effect
In 1896, a scientist named Svante Arrhenius discovered that carbon dioxide (CO2) traps heat in the Earth's atmosphere, causing the greenhouse effect. This means that every time the concentration of CO2 doubles in the...
Can a $34 Billion Plan Save Texas from Stronger Hurricanes?
After Hurricane Ike devastated southeast Texas in 2008, engineers proposed a $34 billion plan to protect the region from future hurricanes. The project, known as the Ike Dike, aims to safeguard coastal refineries and...