Tag: Science

The UN climate talks are facing criticism from former UN chief Ban Ki-moon and other veterans of the process. They believe that the current structure of the COP climate summit is no longer effective...

Mathematics and physics are often thought of as two separate subjects, but the connection between the two is much deeper and more fascinating than most people realize. In a groundbreaking discovery, physicist Michael Berry...

Jonny Kim is a unique NASA astronaut who has served as a Navy SEAL in Iraq and graduated from Harvard Medical School. His journey to becoming an astronaut is an inspiring one, as he...

Cannabis has come a long way from being just dried flowers in plastic baggies. Nowadays, it is available in various forms like gummies, tinctures, and creams, with THC concentrations reaching up to 90 percent....

Insects play a crucial role in human cultural evolution, despite many people only thinking about them when trying to keep them out of their homes. Entomologist Barrett Klein from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse...

Our understanding of the planet Uranus may have been incorrect for the past forty years, according to new research. Data gathered by NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft during its flyby of the icy giant in...

A teenager in Canada is in critical condition with the first human case of H5N1 bird flu in the country, and health officials are unsure how the youth was exposed. The teen had no...

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) recently made a significant discovery in the early universe by identifying three massive "red monster" galaxies. These galaxies, each 100 billion times the mass of our sun, were...

Expertise plays a crucial role in enhancing our ability to concentrate deeply on complex tasks, such as solving challenging math problems or mastering a musical instrument. Recent research has delved into the neural mechanisms...

Anna Von Mertens, a visual artist, has delved into the life and work of astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt in her book, "Attention Is Discovery." Leavitt, known as a "human computer," meticulously studied glass plate...

Since the first avian influenza outbreaks struck the U.S. earlier this year, experts in health and agriculture have been struggling to monitor the virus's spread in dairy cow herds and potentially in humans. While...

Tardigrades, also known as water bears or moss piglets, are tiny creatures that have gained fame for their ability to survive in some of the most extreme conditions on Earth. These microscopic animals have...

Necrotizing fasciitis, also known as "flesh-eating disease," is a serious infection caused by bacteria invading the body. This disease can affect anyone, but it is more common in individuals with weakened immune systems due...

A 3D model of the Milky Way's "local bubble" has been created using data from the eROSITA All-Sky Survey, shedding light on the structure and dynamics of the low-density bubble that surrounds our solar...

Researchers have discovered a groundbreaking method that could revolutionize the way computer chips function, making them operate more efficiently and mimic the human brain. By navigating the delicate balance between order and chaos, scientists...

The term "darkest timeline" briefly trended in Google searches on November 6, leading some physicists to ponder whether we were actually living in it. In the midst of a highly polarized U.S. presidential election,...

In the vast Australian outback lies a mysterious sight - Lake Mackay, also known as Wilkinkarra by local Indigenous people, adorned with oddly stripy golden islands that become visible when the ephemeral lake fills...

The final supermoon of 2024, known as the Beaver Moon, is set to rise on November 15. This full moon will be 100% illuminated, but the best time to see it from North America...

This is a fascinating story about a Nashville guitarist who challenged traditional beliefs about electric guitar tone by conducting experiments at home. Jim Lill, the guitarist in question, embarked on a journey to understand...

The Biden administration's proposal to require employers to provide cooling measures for workers during extreme heat may be at risk under the incoming Trump administration. While Trump never directly addressed the proposal, many of...

How do you measure the coastline of Rosguill peninsula in County Donegal, Ireland? Flanked with fjords and inlets, Alaska has the most coastline in the United States. But what is the exact length of...

Deep in the heart of the Milky Way lies a supermassive mystery - black holes. These gigantic ruptures in space-time have puzzled astrophysicists for years, especially with the recent discoveries made by the James...

Scientists have recently made a breakthrough in developing a new technique to help reduce the effects of turbulence on aircraft, specifically focusing on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Turbulence, which is caused by changes in...

Fifty years ago, researchers found an important fossil in Ethiopia that changed our understanding of human evolution. This fossil, known as Lucy, is a female hominin and has become famous worldwide. Lucy is special...

Happy Monday, readers! I'm here to share some fascinating science news with you. Let's start with the world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, which recently arrived at the International Space Station. This small Japanese spacecraft...

Nature has a powerful impact on our mental health and overall well-being, as studies have shown. However, as our cities continue to expand, green spaces are disappearing, leading to negative effects on our health....

Forest bathing, a practice that involves immersing oneself in nature, has been shown to have significant health benefits. But could this practice be brought into clinical settings as an alternative form of treatment for...

The U.S. military's secretive X-37B space plane is becoming a little less mysterious as Boeing and the U.S. Space Force have recently shared details about its aerobraking maneuvers. Aerobraking is a process that helps...

A recent study led by astrophysicist David Bogensberger from the University of Michigan has revealed new insights into the jets emitted by black holes. Using data from NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory, researchers discovered bright...

The Concorde was a groundbreaking supersonic passenger jet that could fly faster than the speed of sound, setting records for its speed and efficiency. Engineers faced challenges in designing an aircraft that could handle...