Tag: United States
Counting the Galaxies Orbiting the Milky Way: A Comprehensive Analysis
The Milky Way is a massive galaxy that attracts smaller "satellite galaxies" to orbit around it. These satellite galaxies, which contain only a few billion stars, have been captured by the Milky Way's gravitational...
Mars Magnetic Field: Potential Boost for Life on the Red Planet
Mars has always fascinated scientists and researchers due to its potential for sustaining life. Recent research led by planetary scientists at Harvard University suggests that Mars' magnetic field may have lasted longer than previously...
Impact of Microplastics on Weather Patterns: Scientists’ Findings
Clouds are a crucial part of the Earth's weather system. They form when water vapor in the atmosphere clings to tiny particles and turns into liquid droplets or ice crystals. A recent study has...
Evolution of H5N1 Bird Flu for Mammal Infection: CDC Study Findings
The H5N1 bird flu virus has been making headlines this year, with nearly 50 cases reported in the U.S. so far. While the virus has caused only mild illnesses in humans, the Centers for...
Unlocking the Connection Between Plate Tectonics and the Origins of Life
Plate tectonics have long been considered a crucial element in the evolution of life on Earth. The movement of Earth's crust is unique to our planet and has played a significant role in shaping...
New Title: Billy Porter Emotional Over Trump Win at Prince William’s Earthshot Awards
Billy Porter, the Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award-winning actor and singer, expressed his emotional response to Donald Trump's win in the US presidential election. He mentioned feeling "horrible" following the election results and admitted...
‘Armored Dinosaur’s ‘Bulletproof Vest’ Could Withstand High-Speed Car Crash’
An armored dinosaur fossil has been discovered recently, shedding light on the incredible strength of its protective armor. The fossil belonged to a nodosaur, a plant-eating dinosaur that lived over 110 million years ago...
How Misinformation Spreads: Insights from Epidemiology
Misinformation is a growing concern in today's society, with many people struggling to discern what is true or false. The spread of misinformation has been compared to the spread of viruses, with mathematical models...
2024 Predicted to Surpass 1.5C Warming Threshold
This year is on track to become the warmest on record, with temperatures expected to average 1.55C above pre-industrial levels, according to the EU earth observation agency. The increase in temperature is primarily due...
Secrets of Miranda, Uranus’ Icy Moon: Voyager 2 Discoveries
Uranus, the coldest planet in our solar system, has a fascinating moon called Miranda. Back in 1986, NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft captured images of Miranda's southern hemisphere, revealing a variety of geological features like...