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Deaf experimental psychologist Rain Bosworth has discovered that babies have a natural ability to understand sign language, according to Meghan Rosen in “Primed to sign” (SN: 4/26/24). This has led reader Suzanne Lijek to...

nanotubes. The flames produced by this combustion process are visible because they emit light in the visible spectrum. However, flames can also emit light in the ultraviolet and infrared spectra, which are invisible to...

Antarctica is a place of extremes, with harsh living conditions that challenge even the most resilient organisms. The recent discovery of green vegetation across the continent is a sign of changing times, as warmer...

Ternary computing, also known as base 3 computing, is gaining attention for its remarkable efficiency compared to traditional binary systems. In a binary system, two bits can represent four numbers, while two trits in...

The NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland is abuzz with activity as scientists embark on a groundbreaking mission to unravel the mysteries of life itself. A tiny vial containing four grams of asteroid...

The Perseids meteor shower, a beloved event for skywatchers, is currently at its peak, offering a dazzling display of colorful streaks across the night sky. This annual event, which has been active since mid-July...

Invasive sea lampreys have become a major concern in the Great Lakes, with their populations skyrocketing during the pandemic. These parasitic fish, often referred to as "vampires of the sea," have wreaked havoc on...

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have become essential tools for enhancing online security and privacy. By rerouting and encrypting internet traffic, VPNs protect users from cyber threats and surveillance. Additionally, VPNs enable users to bypass...

Stargazers across the UK are in for a celestial treat as the Perseid meteor shower, considered the "best meteor shower of the year," is expected to peak on the night of August 12, continuing...

In space, there are clouds that contain gas and dust from stars. Our solar system formed 4.6 billion years ago from a molecular cloud. Most dust grains were destroyed during this formation. The dark...