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New technology for pathogen detection driven by lasers
Researchers at Purdue University have been working to develop new technologies to help stop the spread of foodborne illnesses, which kill 3,000 people a year, by detecting them more efficiently. They ...
1 in 3 plants and animals could be extinct in 50 years
Unless global warming declines, extinction is in store for as many as one-third of Earth's species of plants and animals worldwide.
Study finds no advantage in using two antibiotics to treat MRSA infections
A world-first clinical trial has called into question the effectiveness of using more than one antibiotic to treat the deadly 'super-bug', Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia, commonly known as Golden Staph.
Scientists develop tech to convert carbon dioxide into hydrocarbon fuel
Malmstadt said that in contrast, the team's discovery uses a millifluidic reactor process, a very small scale chemical reactor system, which has a minimal environmental footprint.
Crop devouring desert locusts sighted in Nwoya Gardens
Nwoya, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nwoya has become the latest District in Acholi sub region to report an existence of the crop-devouring desert locusts, albeit on a small scale. The deadly insects were randomly sighted in Got Lunyang and Aol ki Lyec villages in Lutuk Parish, Kochgoma Sub County; Obira village in Anaka Sub County, …
Status update: OSIRIS-REx Osprey Flyover
NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft safely executed a 0.4-mile (620-m) flyover of the backup sample collection site Osprey as part of the mission's Reconnaissance B phase activities. Preliminary telemetry, however, ...
NASA astronaut Christina Koch feels good after record 11 months in space
Christina Koch met with reporters in Houston six days after returning to Earth from the International Space Station. Her 328-day mission — which ended last Thursday — was the longest ever by a woman.
NASA selects four possible missions to study the secrets of the solar system
NASA has selected four Discovery Program investigations to develop concept studies for new missions. Although they're not official missions yet and some ultimately may not be chosen to move forward, the ...
Bees and flowers have had the world’s longest love affair. Now it’s in danger
Bees pollinate many human foodstuffs. But intensive farming practices may kill them off if we don’t demand change, says Alison Benjamin, editor of Guardian Society
SpaceX plans to launch fifth Starlink batch Sunday
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 14 (UPI) -- SpaceX plans to launch its fifth batch of Starlink satellites from Florida at 10:25 a.m. EST on Sunday, after postponing a Saturday attempt due to weather concerns.
China develops convalescent plasma therapy for coronavirus patients
China National Biotec Group said it has collected plasma from some recovered patients to prepare therapeutic products including convalescent plasma and immune globulin.The CNBG says 3 critically ill patients in Wuhan received convalescent plasma treatment on 8 Feb. Currently, over 10 critically ill are under plasma treatment
Is Betelgeuse Approaching a Crossroads?
Astronomers wonder what Betelgeuse will do next. Has it reached a crossroads? Will it start to brighten again? Or might it go supernova?
Cocoa may improve lower-leg blood flow, walking in peripheral artery disease
Must be rich in flavanol for optimum effect.
How AI is stopping the next great flu before it starts
Researchers are leveraging AI to develop new vaccines to diseases faster than ever.
Study provides a detailed molecular snapshot of endometrial cancer
A study published Feb. 13 in Cell provides an unprecedented look at the dozens of molecular steps that occur to bring about endometrial cancer, commonly known as uterine cancer.
Nasa confirms 'potentially hazardous' asteroid will pass Earth safely tomorrow
The gigantic space rock will miss us by about 3 million miles
Earth just recorded its hottest January in history
January 2020 was the planet's hottest January since record-keeping began, according to NOAA.
Rare sighting of lynx family crossing road in Manitoba – video
The wild cats spend much of their life hidden in thick forest and are rarely seen in groups
Image: Bolivian highland heart
For Valentine's Day, we bring you this Copernicus Sentinel-2 image capturing a beautiful heart-shaped geographical formation in the dramatic landscape of the southern highlands of Bolivia.
Climate change could cut lifespan of cold-blooded species – study
Scientists say their findings suggest global warming could have a huge impact on the life expectancy of some animals.
Promising molecule could stop or slow Parkinson’s
A promising molecule has offered hope for a new treatment that could stop or slow Parkinson’s, something no treatment can currently do.
A simple, straightforward approach to protein modification
Proteins are essential parts of organisms; thus, they are widely used in medicine, biology and chemistry. Enhancing their inherent properties by adding functional molecules to their structures is a common and important step in many fields.
MeerKAT telescope gets R800m for 20 new dishes
The investment in the MeerKAT extension is split roughly into two equal contributions of R400 million by SA and Germany.
Forest soils release more carbon dioxide than expected in rainy season
Current carbon cycle models may underestimate the amount of carbon dioxide released from the soil during rainy seasons in temperate forests like those found in the northeast United States, according to ...
Coronavirus May Live up to 9 Days on Surfaces, New Study Finds
It turns out the coronavirus can be spread by touching infected surfaces now. A new study has found that the virus can live for up to nine days on surfaces, exacerbating the issue.
Vaccine scare: Threat to global health
THE Dengvaxia incident last 2017 which killed eight children had caused serious trauma to families of victims, scared other people and resulted in lost of confidence in vaccines. With the reemergence of some deadly diseases in the country like polio, tuberculosis and measles, the public is facing an infectious disease crisis with the recent outbreak of corona virus or COVID-19.
Polymers to the rescue! Saving cells from damaging ice
Cell therapies hold great promise for revolutionizing the treatment of cancers and autoimmune diseases. But this multibillion-dollar industry requires long-term storage of cells at super-cold cryogenic ...
Mysterious 'ghost population' of ancient humans discovered in African DNA
Scientists examining the genomes of West Africans have detected signs that a mysterious extinct human species interbred with our own species tens of...
Longstanding flaw in sensor readings could lead to heating and cooling design errors
Standard comfort measurements used to design buildings' heating and cooling systems share a common flaw, according to new research. The researchers said the findings could mean that designers have relied ...
NASA Releases Remixed Version Of Iconic 'Pale Blue Dot' Photo
A humbling photo of Earth taken by the Voyager 1 probe from a distance of 6 billion kilometres has been reprocessed by NASA to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the image....
Scientists reveal catalytic mechanism of lovastatin hydrolase
Hyperlipidemia, one of the most common threats to human health, refers to an abnormal increase of cholesterol and/or triglycerides in the blood. One effective method for prevention and treatment of the ...
NASA: Massive Asteroid Will Come Into Close Contact With Earth On 15th February
NASA has announced that a giant asteroid that could cause planet-wide devastation will hurtle close to Earth at a speed of 34,000km per hour tomorrow (15th February) at approximately 6:05 a.m. Thankfully, Earth is just narrowly out of range from the kilometer-wide asteroid, officially referred to as 2002 PZ39, as…
Microelectronics embedded in live jellyfish enhance propulsion
Researchers in robotic materials aim to artificially control animal locomotion to address the existing challenges to actuation, control and power requirements in soft robotics. In a new report in Science ...
No relief from increasing pollution
The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) has confirmed that pollution levels across Bengaluru are touching alarming levels. Ongoing road works, unregulated construction and disappearing
Biologists investigate the role of the largest animal brain cells
The brains of most fish and amphibian species contain two types of conspicuously large nerve cells. These are the largest cells found in any animal brain. They are called Mauthner cells and trigger lightning-fast ...
AI used to ‘predict heart attack and stroke for the first time’
New research from Barts Health NHS Trust and University College London used an AI tool to analyse blood flow scans and predict possible health issues.
CDC grant allows CUNY SPH and NYU Grossman School of Medicine to participate in CPCRN meeting
Fifty-three cancer researchers from eight different academic institutions around the country and their federal agency partners met in Chapel Hill on January 27 and 28 to launch the next five years of the Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network.
Wasp nests reveal the age of ancient Aboriginal rock art
The pigment in Gwion Gwion style rock art makes radiocarbon dating impossible. Instead, researchers used mud wasp nests to date the paintings.
Meteor Shower Lights-up the Sky in India’s Rajasthan – Video
New Delhi (Sputnik): CCTV footage from the Indian city of Alwar in Rajasthan state shows lightning strikes and a meteor shower in the area.
What women need to know about menopause and mental Health
Here, Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, discusses everything that women need to know about menopause and mental health
World's first AI can predict when patients will have a heart attack or stroke better than a DOCTOR, study shows
Artificial intelligence was tested by Barts Health NHS trust. The AI was used to analyse blood flow scans of more than 1,000 patients its predictions were more accurate than a doctor.
Should you drink alkaline water?
Should you make alkaline water a regular part of your diet?
The secret search for giants' bones that has iwi and archaeologists worried
A secretive group excavating a cave near Huntly believe it's filled with a race of pre-Polynesian giants' skeletons, but iwi and archaeologists have serious concerns, reports RNZ's Susan Strongman. Archaeologists say a group of people tunnelling into the side of a country road in search of a race
Kombucha's Benefits & Other Details That You Probably Didn't Know About
Kombucha benefits are numerous on the health front. Take a look at why you must include this magical drink in your daily diet for leading a healthy life-
IGF-1 May Be Involved in Parkinson’s Development, Review Suggests
Increasing evidence links insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) deficiency to the development and progression of Parkinson's disease, a review study said. Estrogen, the female sex hormone thought...
Vanishing snakes highlight the biodiversity crisis
After frogs in protected area of Panama died off en masse, the snakes that ate them began to disappear, too. It shows the extent of our "biodiversity crisis."
Putting a spotlight on the dark metabolome
David S. Wishart discusses metabolomics, how the field is breaking into biochemical mysteries and the “dark metabolome”. Read more at OAG:
Oh Yeah, Betelgeuse Is Definitely Looking Weirder
At this point, we’re all crossing our fingers that the dying star Betelgeuse will hurry up and explode already, because who doesn’t love a good show? The red giant star (visible in the constellation Orion) has been growing dimmer since late last year, leading many to speculate it could soon go supernova. Scientists operating the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope have released new images of the supergiant star—and yep, it looks weird.
New study describes inflammatory reaction in lab-developed human astrocytes
Astrocytes are neural cells with many important functions in the nervous system. The inflammation of these cells occurs in brain infections and neurodegenerative disorders, a process called astrogliosis.
Study: Effectiveness of program that pays farmers to conserve water
Crops need water. And in the central United States, the increasing scarcity of water resources is becoming a threat to the nation's food production.
Researchers discover how to improve safety of nuclear power plants
Researchers at Tomsk Polytechnic University found a method to increase fuel lifetimes by 75%. According to the research team, it will significantly increase safety and reduce the operating cost of nuclear ...
Scholarly journals work together to disseminate knowledge in ob-gyn
Citation rates of scholarly journal articles are tracked in many medical specialties and can affect health care treatment and research. Until the publication of a recent Rutgers-led study in JAMA Network ...
Mumps: Why adults might still need the MMR jab
The disease is one of three protected by the MMR jab - and the fate of the two are closely linked.
Feast Your Eyes On These Incredible New Images Of A Dimming Betelgeuse
Astronomers have employed the visual acuity of the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) to capture these incredible images of the cha
Here Lies the Skull of Pliny the Elder, Maybe
The Roman admiral and scholar died during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Might this really be his cranium?
Antibiotic resistance poses a growing risk during pandemics
Researchers investigating the drug prescription response to a "superbug" enzyme that renders bacteria resistant to antibiotics are available to discuss why such resistance is posing a growing risk during pandemics such as the current coronavirus.
Barbarians Worshipped Meteorites in Pagan Temple
Originally published in September 1899
Is Betelgeuse Approaching a Crossroads?
Astronomers wonder what Betelgeuse will do next. Has it reached a crossroads? Will it start to brighten again? Or might it go supernova?
A key to calcium signaling: Structure of the human IP3R type 3 in its ligand-free state
IP3 receptors (IP3Rs) are calcium channels found in all animal cells. By mediating calcium ion release, IP3Rs integrate signals from different cellular pathways and metabolic states. Not surprisingly, ...
Kenyan Fossil Shows Chameleons May Have ‘Rafted’ From Mainland Africa To Madagascar
Chameleons (Chamaeleonidae) are a family of unique lizards with unusual characteristics: rapidly extendable tongues, feet with two toes pointing forward and two backward, a prehensile tail, and eyes that can move independently of each other. Many species also have the ability to change the colour of their skin....
Cryo-electron microscopy opens a door to fight Epstein-Barr
The Epstein-Barr virus is one of the most widespread human viruses. Part of the herpesvirus family, it causes glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis), cancer and autoimmune diseases. At present, there ...
Watch live: Northrop launches cargo capsule to space station
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Northrop Grumman has reset its plans to launch a cargo capsule to the International Space Station from Virginia at 3:43 p.m. EST Friday.
Measurement of mechanical stability of force transmission supramolecular linkages
NUS biophysicists have developed a manipulation assay that can quantify the mechanical stability and biochemical regulations of inter-molecular interactions at the single-molecule level.
The star that could be set to EXPLODE in devastating supernova 700 light-years from Earth: New images show Betelgeuse IS dimming and changing shape
Astronomers used the European Southern Observatory (ESO) telescope array in Chile to capture the unprecedented dimming of the giant star in more detail.
Forest fertilization with paper mill residues
Research at Karlstad University shows that sludge and ashes as paper mill residues can be used as effective fertilizer. This involves biochar, that is, carbon from organic material returned to the forest ...
Explained: What make the bat the deadliest disease carrier
Ebola, Nipah, Marburg, SARS, MERS, and now the new coronavirus Covid-19, all share one thing in common – they are thought to have originated in bats. Bats are potentially special in hosting numerous viruses that are extremely harmful when they infect humans and other animals.
NASA Will Communicate with Mars Astronauts through Lasers
NASA's astronauts heading to Mars will be able to communicate with Earth thanks to new lasers, the huge dish is currently being built in California.
Optimism may lower stroke severity, inflammation: Study
Optimism has been associated with lower inflammation levels and improved health outcomes among people with medical conditions, the researchers said.
Gold bond formation tracked in real time using new molecular spectroscopy technique
The bond created between two gold atoms in a molecule has been observed as it forms, thanks to a new technique developed by RIKEN chemists. This measurement resolves a controversy over the mechanism by ...
Relief for coronavirus patients? Chinese daily claims Covid-19 can be cured with plasma from recovered patients
An expert from China said that a therapy for the novel coronavirus that involves the plasma of recovered patients has started to show effects.
WHO to not call novel coronavirus by official name
Organisation is unhappy as ‘SARS’ is mentioned in it and can create ‘unnecessary fear’
Four Shortlisted NASA Missions Would Explore the Nastiest Places in the Solar System
As part of its ongoing Discovery Program, NASA has selected four possible missions that would involve some of the most hostile and enigmatic places in the solar system.
California lab report they discovered coronavirus vaccine in 3 hours
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Oddly shaped celestial body Arrokoth sheds light on planet formation
WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — A vaguely hourglass-shaped icy object called Arrokoth residing in the far reaches of the solar system — the most distant body ever explored by a spacecraft — is giving scientists intriguing clues about the formation of the planets including Earth. Scientists yesterday...
NASA flights detect millions of Arctic methane hotspots
Knowing where emissions are happening and what's causing them brings us a step closer to being able to forecast the region's impact on global climate.
Hurricane Dorian Ravaged Bahamas’ Reefs, Researchers Find
The storm’s effects were uneven: About 30 percent of the country’s coral was destroyed, but some reefs appeared to be undamaged.
Palaeolithic rock art 'sanctuary' containing more than 100 fragile carvings of animals and abstract shapes revealed in a Spanish cave
Researchers identified the carvings in a hard to reach cave called Cova de la Font Major, near the village of L'Espluga de Francolí.
Quantum interference observed in real time: Extreme UV-light spectroscopy technique
A team headed by Prof. Dr. Frank Stienkemeier and Dr. Lukas Bruder from the Institute of Physics at the University of Freiburg has succeeded in observing in real-time ultrafast quantum interferences—in ...
ESO telescope sees surface of dim Betelgeuse
Using ESO's Very Large Telescope (VLT), astronomers have captured the unprecedented dimming of Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star in the constellation of Orion. The stunning new images of the star's surface ...
Climate change could reduce life-spans of hundreds of species
Aging in cold-blooded organisms such as amphibians linked to high temperatures
Plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients believed an effective treatment
Doctors have called on recovered COVID-19 patients to donate blood as plasma taken from recovered patients contains a high concentration of antibodies and has proven very effective in the treatment of patients in severe conditions.
NASA selects four finalists for next Discovery mission
NASA is considering missions to Venus and two outer solar system moons as the next in its Discovery line of planetary science missions.
UIC researchers discover unique organ-specific signatures for endothelial cells
Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago have discovered that endothelial cells -; those that create the inner lining of blood vessels -; have unique genetic signatures based on their location in the body.
Climate change will lead to abrupt shifts in dryland ecosystems, study warns
Drylands cover about 41% of the Earth's land surface and host one in three humans inhabiting our planet. In these areas, life is highly influenced by aridity, i.e. the balance between the amount of rainwater ...
Tourists pose continued risks for disease transmission to endangered mountain gorillas
Researchers at Ohio University have published a new study in collaboration with Ugandan scientists, cautioning that humans place endangered mountain gorillas at risk of disease transmission during tourism ...
Why flying at lower or higher altitudes might reduce the climate impact of air travel
Only a small fraction of flights would need to adjust their altitudes to achieve the effect, new research suggests.
“Undisturbed for Millions of Years” — Arrokoth -a Mystery Object Beyond Pluto Unveils Origin of Planets
Arrokoth, an object far beyond Pluto, a haunting image reminiscent of a Stone Age carving, has remained undisturbed since it first formed billions of years ago. Data from NASA’s New Horizons mission are providing new insight into how planets and planetesimals – the building blocks of the planets – were formed in a local …
Do You Love the Stars? Do Some Astronomy This Valentine’s Day
This Valentine's Day, head outside and find Orion. Then participate in Globe at Night's effort to measure — and stop — light pollution.
Artificial intelligence finds disease-related genes
An artificial neural network can reveal patterns in huge amounts of gene expression data and discover groups of disease-related genes. This has been shown by a new study led by researchers at Linköping ...
Ice Dropped Down A 450-Foot Hole Sounds Exactly Like A Laser Gun Battle
Have you ever wondered what ice may sound like dropped down a deep icy well? Now, you don’t have to because scientists have just revealed it, and whatever
Tourists place endangered mountain gorillas at risk of disease transmission
Researchers at Ohio University have published a new study in collaboration with Ugandan scientists, cautioning that humans place endangered mountain gorillas at risk of disease transmission during tourism encounters.
NASA shortlists missions to map the surface of Venus, identify gases in its atmosphere, look for an ocean on Triton, and hunt for magma flows on Io - but only two of them will go to space
The four shortlisted projects will each get a $3 million NASA grant for a 9 month feasibility study before two will become actual missions and go to space.
How we're preparing for our fiery future
New research is informing how, when and where prescribed burns may be used to mitigate bushfire threats while maintaining our biodiversity.
Galactic cosmic rays affect Titan's atmosphere
Planetary scientists using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) revealed the secrets of the atmosphere of Titan, the largest moon of Saturn. The team found a chemical footprint in Titan's ...
Scientists Identify Genes from ‘Ghost Population’ of Ancient Humans
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New Arrokoth Studies Throw Open A Window Into The Early Solar System
On New Year’s Day 2019, NASA’s New Horizons visited Arrokoth (2014 MU69), the furthest world ever explored by a human spacecraft. Three new papers publishe
Scientists Turn Complete Human Organs Transparent For The First Time
For the first time ever, scientists have managed to make intact human organs transparent, allowing them to peer inside these vital body parts without needi
Vietnamese scientists actively share information about nCoV - VietNamNet
The measures Vietnam is taking to cope with the nCoV epidemic are based on the experience and scientific research results that have been accumulated for many years, since the time it faced SARS epidemic in 2002-2003.
Pancreatic cancer 'time machine' exposes plot twist in cell growth and invasion
Pancreatic cancer has one of the worst survival rates among cancers. Patients can expect as low as a 9% chance to live for at least five years after being diagnosed.
Drone designs arise from butterfly study: Undulating flight saves monarchs' energy
In a finding that could benefit drone design, award-winning research by a doctoral student at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) shows that the undulating flight paths of monarch butterflies ...
'Ghost' ancestors: African DNA study detects mysterious extinct human species
Homo sapiens first appeared a bit more than 300,000 years ago in Africa and later spread worldwide, encountering other human species in Eurasia that have since gone extinct including the Neanderthals and the lesser-known Denisovans.
A dying star 1,000 times bigger than the sun could soon explode
But at over 700 light-years away, astronomers say there's no risk to Earth.
Chinese Doctors have Found a Way to Treat Coronavirus-Infected People
China's technique for plasma transfusion from cured coronavirus to infected patients has proven to be effective, Xinhua News Agency reported, citing local doctors. The effectiveness of the new treatment was announced at a press conference by the Wuhan hospital manager.
Last month was hottest January on record, US scientists say
In parts of Russia, Scandinavia and eastern Canada, temperatures exceeded the old averages by 9 degrees Fahrenheit (5 C).
How big is the universe? - Skywatching
This might sound like the ultimate unanswerable question, but thanks to astronomical knowledge accumulated over many centuries, and the power of modern astronomical instruments, we can make a guess. To do this we have three main tools.
Enormous PINK manta ray dubbed 'Inspector Clouseau' is spotted near Australia's Great Barrier Reef in a rare sighting of the rosy giant
The two-tonne marine beast lives around Lady Elliot Island and a series of stunning photographs were taken by a bemused Finnish photographer called Kristian Laine.
Climate change could cut lifespan of cold-blooded species – study
Scientists say their findings suggest global warming could have a huge impact on the life expectancy of some animals.
Love as healing power
Dr Sue Carter, Director of the Kinsey Institute provides an expert insight into the role of oxytocin, a hormone that helps to explain the healing power of love
Forests bouncing back from beetles, but elk and deer slowing recovery
Two words, and a tiny little creature, strike fear in the hearts of many Colorado outdoor enthusiasts: bark beetle. But new research from University of Colorado Boulder reveals that even simultaneous ...
Precision scaffolds tailor biomaterials to promote wound healing
Box-shaped 3D tissue scaffolds cause human macrophages to switch into a pro-healing type, for use in biomaterial-based wound dressings
Design A Martian City State And You Could Bag Yourself $10,000
Last month, Elon Musk tweeted about SpaceX’s ambitious goal of landing a million people on Mars by 2050. Whilst more thought probably needs to be given to
Tiny, erratic protein motor movements revealed
The smallest proteins travel in our cells, completing deeply important tasks to keep our molecular mechanisms moving. They are responsible for transporting cargo, duplicating cells and more. Now, a research ...
Lab mice may have differences in small-intestine microbiome as compared to humans
There is a growing consensus that the gut microbiome is involved in many aspects of physical and mental health, including the onset of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and even some behaviors.
Researchers realize two-photon pumped nanolaser from formamidinium perovskites
Formamidinium (FA) perovskites have exhibited outstanding optoelectronic properties in efficient solar cells and light-emitting diodes. However, their development on nanolaser application has rarely been ...
Carbon sequestration in oceans powered by fragmentation of large organic particles
A team of researchers from the National Oceanography Centre, Sorbonne Université and CNRS Villefranche-sur-Mer, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, and the National Centre for Earth Observations, has found evidence ...
Skyrmions like it hot: Spin structures are controllable even at high temperatures
A joint research project of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) that previously demonstrated the use of new spin structures for future magnetic ...
Scientists detect ‘ghost’ DNA from mysterious human species
WASHINGTON – Scientists examining the genomes of West Africans have detected signs that a mysterious extinct human species interbred with our own species tens of thousands of years ago in
The officer for animal research of the Max Planck Society explains new regulations
For the first time, the European Union has published detailed statistics on animal research. Andreas Lengeling, the officer for animal research of the Max Planck Society, explains the background to the ...
Antarctica registers record temperature of over 20 C
Scientists in Antarctica have recorded a new record temperature of 20.75 degrees Celsius (69.35 Fahrenheit), breaking the barrier of 20 degrees for the first time on the continent, a researcher said Thursday.
Catalyst deposition on fragile chips
Electrocatalysts can help to obtain chemicals from renewable raw materials or to use alternative energy sources. But testing new catalysts brings challenges.
The scientific secrets inside a single grain of moon dust
While scientists have studied Moon rocks for 50 years, researchers have for the first time conducted deep analysis on a single grain of lunar dust, atom by atom. Using a common materials science te…
How bioinformatics bolster the fight against the coronavirus
The WHO and other experts still wonder why COVID-19 has remained undetected in Indonesia. The government has evacuated Indonesian citizens from Wuhan, the origin of the virus, to Natuna Island for quarantine.
Leaking away essential resources actually helps cells grow
Experts have been unable to explain why cells, from bacteria to humans, leak essential chemicals necessary for growth into their environment. New mathematical models reveal that leaking metabolites—substances ...
Car-sized prehistoric South American turtle was built for battle
One of the largest turtles that ever lived prowled the lakes and rivers of northern South America from about 13 million years ago to 7 million years ago - and this car-sized freshwater beast was built for battle.
Taal volcano status lowered to Alert Level 2
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) lowered Taal Volcano’s alert status to alert level 2 on Friday.
NASA Releases Remixed Version of Iconic ‘Pale Blue Dot’ Photo
A humbling photo of Earth taken by the Voyager 1 probe from a distance of 3.7 billion miles has been reprocessed by NASA to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the image.
New research: Climate change could reduce lifespan among hundreds of species
Researchers from Queen's University Belfast and Tel Aviv University in Israel have carried out one of the most comprehensive studies to date to better understand what affects life expectancy among all ...
NASA spots ‘potentially hazardous’ asteroid rapidly approaching Earth
NASA confirms that an asteroid larger than the tallest man-made structure in the world is currently travelling towards Earth at a speed of almost 34,000 miles per hour. According to International Business Times, NASA's Center for
Scientists in US ramp up search for alien life
New technology is behind push to find extraterrestrials
Transparent human organs allow 3-D maps at the cellular level
For the first time, researchers have managed to make intact human organs transparent. Using microscopic imaging, they revealed complex underlying structures of the transparent organs at the cellular level. ...
Iodide salts stabilize biocatalysts for fuel cells
Oxygen is the greatest enemy of biocatalysts for energy conversion. A protective film shields them—but only with an additional ingredient: iodide salt.
Antarctica registers record temperature of over 20 C
Scientists in Antarctica have recorded a new record temperature of 20.75 degrees Celsius (69.35 Fahrenheit), breaking the barrier of 20 degrees ...
Mysterious Object Falling From Night Sky in Malaysia Caught on Video
The website of the International Meteor Organization reported at least four reports of fireball sightings from Malaysia’s Johor Bahru and Singapore on Wednesday.
Mechanism of controlling autophagy by liquid-liquid phase separation revealed
Under JST's Strategic Basic Research Programs, Noda Nobuo (Laboratory Head) and Fujioka Yuko (Senior Researcher) of the Institute of Microbial Chemistry, in collaboration with other researchers, discovered ...
Soon, a simple blood test could be used to detect cancer
Researchers report high accuracy even before appearance of symptoms
January 2020 was Earth’s hottest January on record
WASHINGTON — Last month was the hottest January since scientists began keeping temperature records in 1880, US government forecasters said Thursday. The global average land and ocean surface
NASA Mars 2020 rover arrives in Florida to prep for July launch to the red planet
NASA’s next Mars rover arrived in Florida this week (Feb. 12) to begin final preparations ahead of its planned July launch. The six-wheeled rover (and its accompanying Mars Helicopter) were ferried across the country by two Air Force C-17 Globemaster cargo planes. The duo touched down at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at approximately 3 p.m. […]
Climate change could cut lifespan of cold-blooded species – study
Scientists say their findings suggest global warming could have a huge impact on the life expectancy of some animals.