Tag: Technology

An advanced alien civilization may have found a way to steer their binary star system through the galaxy, a new study suggests. Instead of leaving their system behind, these aliens could accelerate their star...

A group of U.S. students from the University of Southern California's (USC) Rocket Propulsion Lab (RPL) has set new world records by launching a homemade rocket, named Aftershock II, higher and faster into space...

Samples collected from the far side of the moon by China's Chang'e-6 mission have provided scientists with a unique glimpse into the lunar history. These rocks, which were brought back to Earth in June,...

Instagram has introduced a new feature that allows users to reset their algorithms easily, coinciding with the government's efforts to enhance online safety. This feature will enable users to clear their recommended content from...

Light has always been a mystery to scientists, with the question of whether it behaves as a particle or a wave causing much debate over the centuries. From Isaac Newton to Albert Einstein, the...

Scientists and engineers around the world are working hard to find ways to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere efficiently and cost-effectively. While some technologies exist, such as direct air capture (DAC) using alkaline...

Vega, the famous star featured in the movie Contact, has puzzled astronomers with its lack of giant planets despite being halfway through its one-billion-year lifetime. The star's smooth disk of sandlike dust, observed in...

As I engaged with the Hera Space Companion, an AI-powered assistant developed for the European Space Agency's (ESA) Hera mission, I couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and nerves, much like the...

In the latest issue of Scientific American, the spotlight is on the talented individuals who bring science to life through their creative work. From illustrators to archaeozoologists, these innovators share their unique perspectives and...

Researchers at the University of Essex recently conducted a study that sheds light on the connection between facial expressions and emotions. The study, published in Emotion, used electrical muscle stimulation to manipulate participants' facial...