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Physicists at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg have developed the world’s smallest light-emitting pixel, marking a breakthrough toward ultra-compact displays for smart glasses and other wearable devices. Smart glasses, or eyewear that can project digital information directly into a user’s field of view, are often seen as a cornerstone of future wearable technology. Until now, however, progress has
A team of researchers has created a powerful new laser that fits on a microchip. It’s faster, more affordable, and easier to tune than existing precision lasers. The breakthrough could transform technologies like Lidar in self-driving cars and gas detection systems. Laser Light Powers Modern Tech Laser technology plays a crucial role in modern science
Penn State scientists have unveiled a new theory-driven method to predict superconductors, offering a possible path toward materials that could conduct electricity perfectly. Electricity travels through wires to deliver power, but some of that energy is always lost along the way. However, that energy loss doesn’t have to happen. Researchers at Penn State have discovered
NGC 7496, a dusty barred spiral galaxy located 24 million light-years away in the constellation Grus, harbors a ravenous supermassive black hole at its core. The Hubble Space Telescope’s latest Picture of the Week features NGC 7496, a galaxy more than 24 million light-years away in the constellation Grus (The Crane). This dusty spiral galaxy
New simulations suggest dark matter could explain the mysterious gamma-ray glow at the Milky Way’s center. The findings show that the galaxy’s early mergers may have shaped dark matter in a way that matches NASA’s Fermi telescope observations. A long-standing cosmic mystery is once again in the spotlight: what is producing the strange glow of
An international team of scientists has announced the discovery of three Earth-sized planets orbiting within the binary star system TOI-2267, located approximately 190 light-years from Earth. An international group of scientists has announced the discovery of three Earth-sized planets orbiting within the binary star system TOI-2267, located roughly 190 light-years from Earth. The finding, detailed
The findings could enable earlier detection and treatment for people affected by the serious eye condition. A research team at the University of Missouri has made a discovery that could pave the way for identifying a biomarker to detect and treat a major eye disease much earlier. The condition, known as glaucoma, ranks among the
Researchers found that the metabolic molecule CtBP2 may indicate biological aging and health status. Higher levels correlate with longevity and better metabolism. Aging affects every organ and tissue in the body, functioning as a unified process rather than an isolated one. The visible signs of aging on the skin often mirror similar deterioration occurring within
Groundbreaking research is revealing that mental illness may start deep within the brain’s cells, where problems in energy production disrupt how neurons function and communicate. This shift in understanding moves beyond the long-held focus on chemical imbalances, pointing instead to the mitochondria and other energy systems that keep brain cells alive and connected. Scientists have
Yale scientists traced gamma brain waves to thalamus-cortex interactions. The discovery could reveal how brain rhythms shape perception and disease. For more than a century, scientists have observed rhythmic waves of synchronized neuronal activity in the brain. Now, for the first time, researchers at Yale University have pinpointed where a specific type of this activity—known
Scientists have discovered the world’s oldest salmon in Arctic Alaska’s Cretaceous fossil. During the Cretaceous Period, dinosaurs ruled the land, but the waterways of the Arctic were home to creatures that would seem surprisingly familiar today. About 73 million years ago, Alaska’s rivers and streams supported an abundance of ancient fish related to modern salmon,
Microbiologists discover bacteria that eliminate toxic sulfide and use iron minerals to grow. An international group of researchers led by microbiologists Marc Mussmann and Alexander Loy at the University of Vienna has identified a previously unknown form of microbial metabolism. The newly discovered microorganisms, known as MISO bacteria, “breathe” iron minerals by oxidizing toxic sulfide.
New research finds that ocean-dwelling fish entered freshwater environments on several occasions, evolving enhanced hearing abilities in the process. When ancient marine fish transitioned from saltwater to freshwater environments, many also developed more complex hearing systems, including middle ear bones that resemble those found in humans. Today, about two-thirds of all freshwater fish — more
Researchers estimate that approximately 8,500 tons of antibiotics enter river systems each year after passing through the human body and wastewater treatment processes. Rivers spanning millions of kilometers across the globe are contaminated with antibiotics at concentrations that could foster drug resistance and threaten aquatic species, according to a new study led by McGill University.
A new electrochemical test can recover fingerprints from fired ammunition, even after extreme heat exposure. The method could greatly expand forensic capabilities. A groundbreaking technique that can recover fingerprints from fired ammunition casings—something long considered nearly impossible—has been created by two scientists in Ireland. Dr. Eithne Dempsey and her former PhD student, Dr. Colm McKeever,
New research from the University of Auckland’s Liggins Institute suggests that a capsule containing healthy gut bacteria could potentially change the future of obesity treatment. Eight years ago, a group of 87 adolescents living with obesity volunteered for a pioneering experiment exploring whether a fecal transfer (taking ‘good’ gut bacteria from healthy donors and giving
Johns Hopkins scientists found that neurons form tiny nanotube networks to transport toxins like amyloid-beta. The discovery shows how brain cells might clear waste but also unintentionally spread Alzheimer’s-related proteins. Brain’s Hidden Tube Network Revealed Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have discovered how mammalian brains form intricate tube-like networks that move toxic substances in and
A new experimental therapy helps restore the heart’s flexibility in models of stiffened heart failure. Michael Gotthardt and his colleagues at the Max Delbrück Center are working with U.S. researchers to develop a new drug for a widespread form of heart failure that limits the heart’s ability to fill properly with blood. Their latest study,
NGC 6951 shines 70 million light-years away, its spiral arms feeding a brilliant central starburst ring bursting with new stars. This cosmic powerhouse reveals how bars shape galaxies and sustain stellar creation across eons. The brilliant galaxy featured in this Hubble Space Telescope Picture of the Week is NGC 6951, located roughly 70 million light-years
Webb just spotted a carbon-rich moon factory 625 light-years away, revealing how moons like ours may have first taken shape. Our solar system is home to eight major planets and more than 400 known moons orbiting six of them. But how did all those moons come to exist? Scientists have proposed several ways they could
Ten years after the first detection of gravitational waves, scientists have captured the clearest signal yet — and it confirms one of Stephen Hawking’s most famous predictions. Using the upgraded LIGO detectors, researchers observed two black holes colliding over a billion light-years away, producing space-time ripples so precise they could “hear” the black holes ring
A new electronic eye implant has restored reading vision to people blinded by dry age-related macular degeneration. In a major trial, patients using the PRIMA implant and augmented-reality glasses were able to see letters and words again after years of darkness. Groundbreaking Electronic Eye Restores Reading Vision People who had lost their sight have regained
Yale researchers revealed how vitamin B5 fuels mitochondria, offering new insight into brain and metabolic disorders. The human body produces a molecule from vitamin B5 that plays a crucial role in nearly every metabolic process needed for life. When the production of this molecule is disrupted, it can impact multiple organ systems and lead to
As Arctic sea ice melts, new life may emerge from the thaw. Researchers have discovered that bacteria beneath and along the melting ice are converting nitrogen gas into a form that fuels algae. The rapid loss of Arctic sea ice is widely seen as a catastrophe. Yet, in an unexpected twist, the melting ice may
Inside your body, an intricate communication network constantly monitors breathing, heart rate, digestion, and immune function — a hidden “sixth sense” called interoception. Now, Nobel laureate Ardem Patapoutian and a team at Scripps Research and the Allen Institute have received $14.2 million from the NIH to map this internal sensory system in unprecedented detail.
For the first time, scientists have seen a subduction zone actively breaking apart beneath the Pacific Northwest. Seismic data show the oceanic plate tearing into fragments, forming microplates in a slow, step-by-step collapse. This process, once only theorized, explains mysterious fossil plates found elsewhere and offers new clues about earthquake risks. The dying subduction zone is revealing Earth’s tectonic life cycle in real time.
Japanese researchers discovered that hair graying and melanoma share a surprising cellular origin. When DNA damage strikes melanocyte stem cells, they may undergo a protective process called seno-differentiation, leading to hair graying. However, carcinogens can override this safeguard, allowing the damaged cells to persist and turn cancerous. This balance between cell loss and survival reveals a hidden connection between aging and cancer.
Scientists at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a revolutionary gene-editing method using bacterial retrons that can correct multiple disease-causing mutations at once. Unlike traditional tools limited to one or two mutations, this retron-based system replaces large defective DNA regions, dramatically improving efficiency and inclusivity for patients with complex disorders like cystic fibrosis.
A UCLA-led team has achieved the sharpest-ever view of a distant star’s disk using a groundbreaking photonic lantern device on a single telescope—no multi-telescope array required. This technology splits incoming starlight into multiple channels, revealing previously hidden details of space objects.
Researchers found that neurons can use fat, not just sugar, to power the brain. When a protein called DDHD2 fails, this process breaks down and leads to serious brain problems. Scientists were able to restore damaged cells by feeding them fatty acids, reviving their energy in just 48 hours. The discovery could help pave the way for new brain treatments.
Scientists have unveiled Khankhuuluu, a new Mongolian dinosaur species that predates and closely resembles early Tyrannosaurs. With its long snout, small horns, and lean build, it represents a transitional form between swift mid-sized predators and giant apex hunters like T. rex. The find also suggests that large Tyrannosaurs first evolved in North America following an ancient migration from Asia.
Researchers in Konstanz discovered a way to manipulate materials with light by exciting magnon pairs, reshaping their magnetic “fingerprint.” This allows non-thermal control of magnetic states and data transmission at terahertz speeds. Using simple haematite crystals, the technique could enable room-temperature quantum effects. The breakthrough blurs the line between physics and magic.
ASU scientists found that people whose gut microbes make more methane extract more calories from fiber-rich foods. Methanogens help the microbiome turn fiber into energy by consuming hydrogen and producing methane. Using advanced metabolic chambers, researchers measured how diet and gut chemistry interact, showing that methane may signal efficient digestion. The work could lead to personalized diets based on individual microbiomes.
A massive genetic study found that naturally lower cholesterol is linked to a dramatically reduced risk of dementia. The research simulated the effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs and showed up to an 80% lower risk for certain genetic profiles. Scientists believe high cholesterol may contribute to dementia through atherosclerosis and small blood clots. Long-term trials could confirm whether medications can replicate this protective effect.
Researchers have finally seen and measured the tiny alpha-synuclein oligomers that may ignite Parkinson’s disease. With the ultra-sensitive ASA-PD imaging method, they captured these clusters in brain tissue, finding larger and more numerous versions in patients with Parkinson’s. The discovery could mark a turning point in diagnosing and treating the disease, revealing the first visible signs long before symptoms appear.
Researchers propose that hydrogen gas from the early Universe emitted detectable radio waves influenced by dark matter. Studying these signals, especially from the Moon’s radio-quiet environment, could reveal how dark matter clumped together before the first stars formed. This approach opens a new window into the mysterious cosmic era just 100 million years after the Big Bang.
Reptiles don’t just pee, they crystallize their waste. Researchers found that snakes and other reptiles form tiny uric acid spheres, a water-saving evolutionary trick. This discovery could illuminate how to prevent gout and kidney stones in humans.
In the mist-shrouded mountains of New Guinea, a Czech researcher has achieved a world-first — capturing photos, video, and data of the elusive Subalpine Woolly Rat, Mallomys istapantap. Once known only from museum specimens, this giant, shaggy rodent has been rediscovered after three decades, revealing a hidden ecosystem of biodiversity. Working alongside indigenous hunters, the expedition not only unveiled new scientific insights but also strengthened the bridge between local knowledge…
MIT researchers discovered that the genome’s 3D structure doesn’t vanish during cell division as previously thought. Instead, tiny loops called microcompartments remain (and even strengthen) while chromosomes condense. These loops may explain the brief surge of gene activity that occurs during mitosis. The finding redefines how scientists understand the balance between structure and function in dividing cells.
Colorado researchers discovered that nearly half of tested cannabis flower products exaggerated their THC levels, while concentrates were mostly accurate. The team’s statewide audit revealed potency inconsistencies that could mislead consumers and affect safe dosing. Beyond THC, the study also found that cannabinoids like CBG and CBGA are underreported. The findings may help shape future regulations and improve consumer trust in the growing cannabis market.
A team of researchers has designed a theoretical model for a topological quantum battery capable of long-distance energy transfer and immunity to dissipation. By exploiting topological properties in photonic waveguides, they showed that energy loss can not only be prevented but briefly enhance charging power. This breakthrough may lead to efficient nanoscale batteries and pave the way for practical quantum devices.
Chalmers researchers have developed a simple, light-based platform to study the mysterious “invisible glue” that binds materials at the nanoscale. Gold flakes floating in salt water reveal how quantum and electrostatic forces interact through vivid color changes. The technique could lead to new discoveries in physics, chemistry, and biology — from designing biosensors to understanding how galaxies form.
Scientists have uncovered evidence that megaquakes in the Pacific Northwest might trigger California’s San Andreas Fault. A research ship’s navigational error revealed paired sediment layers showing both fault systems moved together in the past. This finding hints that the next “Big One” could set off a devastating one-two seismic punch along the coast.
Researchers suggest that dark matter might subtly color light red or blue as it passes through, revealing traces of its existence. Using a network-like model of particle connections, they argue that light could be influenced indirectly by Dark Matter through intermediaries. Detecting these tints could unlock a whole new way to explore the hidden 85% of the Universe. The finding could reshape how telescopes search for cosmic mysteries.
A wireless eye implant developed at Stanford Medicine has restored reading ability to people with advanced macular degeneration. The PRIMA chip works with smart glasses to replace lost photoreceptors using infrared light. Most trial participants regained functional vision, reading books and recognizing signs. Researchers are now developing higher-resolution versions that could eventually provide near-normal sight.
Researchers at the University of Surrey developed an AI that predicts what a person’s knee X-ray will look like in a year, helping track osteoarthritis progression. The tool provides both a visual forecast and a risk score, offering doctors and patients a clearer understanding of the disease. Faster and more interpretable than earlier systems, it could soon expand to predict other conditions like lung or heart disease.
Scientists have uncovered a toxic alliance between Aβ and fibrinogen that may explain how Alzheimer’s disease begins. The two proteins together create stubborn clots that damage blood vessels and spark inflammation in the brain. These effects appear even at very low concentrations and disrupt the blood-brain barrier, paving the way for neurodegeneration. The findings highlight a potential new therapeutic target for early intervention.
Under the sea, green algae have evolved a clever way to handle too much sunlight. Scientists found that a special pigment called siphonein acts like a natural sun shield, protecting the algae’s delicate photosynthetic machinery from burning out. Using advanced imaging and simulations, researchers showed how siphonein helps algae safely manage excess light energy. The discovery could inspire new solar technologies that mimic nature’s built-in protection systems.
Our Milky Way is far from calm — it ripples with a colossal wave spanning tens of thousands of light-years, revealed by ESA’s Gaia telescope. This wave, moving through the galaxy’s disc like ripples in water, shifts stars up and down in a mesmerizing pattern. Astronomers, studying young giant and Cepheid stars, think even the galactic gas joins the motion. The origin remains mysterious, possibly from an ancient collision, but…
Common dolphins in the North Atlantic are living significantly shorter lives, with female longevity dropping seven years since the 1990s. Researchers found this decline by analyzing stranded dolphins, revealing a 2.4% drop in population growth linked to bycatch deaths and environmental pressures. The findings expose flaws in traditional counting methods and call for adaptive conservation measures, such as smarter fishing restrictions.
Researchers have found that 2D materials can self-form microscopic cavities that trap light and electrons, altering their quantum behavior. With a miniaturized terahertz spectroscope, the team observed standing light-matter waves without needing mirrors. This unexpected discovery offers a new method to manipulate exotic quantum states and design materials with tailored properties.
New research reveals that exercise counteracts the mood-damaging effects of a Western-style diet through specific gut and hormonal mechanisms. Running restored metabolites tied to mental well-being and balanced key hormones like insulin and leptin. However, poor diet limited the brain’s ability to generate new neurons, showing diet still matters for full brain benefits.
Physicists have uncovered the fascinating world of “rotating crystals” — solids made of spinning particles that behave in strange, almost living ways. These odd materials can twist instead of stretch, shatter into fragments, and even reassemble themselves.
Menopause brings profound shifts not just in hormones but in the very structure of the brain. Scientists have found that gray matter in regions tied to memory and thinking can shrink, while white matter may show damage linked to blood flow issues. Yet there’s hope — evidence points to partial recovery and adaptive changes postmenopause.
Scientists are taking the once-radical concept of dimming the sun through stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI) seriously, but a Columbia University team warns that reality is far messier than models suggest. Their study reveals how physical, geopolitical, and economic constraints could derail even the best-intentioned attempts to cool the planet. From unpredictable monsoon disruptions to material shortages and optical inefficiencies, every step introduces new risks.
Neck size is proving to be a powerful indicator of hidden health risks. Larger neck circumferences are associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and sleep apnea, even among those with normal weight. Fat stored in the upper body affects vital metabolic processes, increasing strain on the heart and blood vessels. A simple tape-measure check might reveal more about your health than you think.
Feeling in control may be the key to conquering daily stress. Penn State researchers found that people were 62% more likely to resolve everyday hassles on days when they felt greater control. This link grew stronger over time, suggesting we get better at managing stress as we age. Simple actions like setting priorities and reframing challenges can help boost that sense of control and reduce overall stress.
A new light-driven cancer therapy uses LEDs and tin nanoflakes to kill tumors safely and affordably. Developed by teams in Texas and Portugal, it eliminates up to 92% of skin cancer cells without harming healthy ones.
Melting Arctic ice is revealing a hidden world of nitrogen-fixing bacteria beneath the surface. These microbes, not the usual cyanobacteria, enrich the ocean with nitrogen, fueling algae growth that supports the entire marine food chain. As ice cover declines, both algae production and CO2 absorption may increase, altering the region’s ecological balance. The discovery could force scientists to revise predictions about Arctic climate feedbacks.
A massive brain imaging study of nearly 30,000 people has uncovered striking connections between eating ultra-processed foods and measurable changes in brain structure. These changes may be tied to overeating and addictive eating patterns, though scientists caution that more research is needed to confirm cause and effect.
A groundbreaking retinal implant called PRIMA has enabled blind patients with dry AMD to read again. The chip, powered by light and paired with AR glasses, sends visual data directly to the brain. In clinical trials, most participants regained enough sight to read words and navigate daily life. This innovation represents a leap forward in artificial vision and patient independence.
Scientists have found that preserving lymph nodes during cancer surgery could dramatically improve how patients respond to immunotherapy. The research shows that lymph nodes are essential for training and sustaining cancer-fighting T cells. Removing them may unintentionally weaken the immune response, while keeping them intact could help unlock stronger, longer-lasting treatments.
A massive Veterans Affairs study has confirmed that nicotinamide may offer real protection against skin cancer. Patients who took the vitamin B3 derivative saw notable reductions in new cancer cases—especially squamous cell carcinomas. The findings could shift clinical thinking toward earlier, preventive use of nicotinamide, though it showed less benefit for transplant patients.
Naked mole-rats seem to have found nature’s cheat code for longevity. Scientists discovered that small tweaks in one of their proteins make it better at fixing DNA damage, helping the animals resist aging. Even fruit flies with the same changes lived longer, hinting at a universal way life can extend its own clock. It’s a glimpse into how evolution fine-tunes biology to fight time itself.
A sweeping review of over 200 studies finds that aerobic exercises like walking and cycling offer the best pain relief and mobility gains for knee osteoarthritis. Compared to other types of exercise, aerobic training showed the strongest evidence across short- and long-term outcomes. All forms of exercise were found to be safe, but experts recommend making aerobic activity the foundation of treatment.
A major collaboration between UC San Diego and 23andMe identified genes that shape cannabis use behaviors. The study linked the CADM2 and GRM3 genes to cannabis use and connected these patterns to more than 100 traits across mental and physical health. Researchers say understanding these genetic influences could help prevent cannabis use disorder and guide future therapies.
Researchers have created a new iron supplement that merges iron, probiotics, and prebiotics. This “three-in-one” formula restores iron levels while maintaining gut health and preventing inflammation. In mice studies, it normalized hemoglobin and gut bacteria without side effects. The innovation could reshape how anemia is treated.
Groundbreaking research shows that as men age, harmful genetic mutations in sperm become more common—not just from random chance, but because some are naturally favored. Advanced sequencing revealed dozens of genes under selective pressure, many linked to serious disorders. The work reveals how evolution inside the testes can quietly shape the next generation’s genetic health.
Researchers have developed a light-emitting sugar probe that exposes how marine microbes break down complex carbohydrates. The innovative fluorescent tool allows scientists to visualize when and where sugars are degraded in the ocean. This breakthrough helps map microbial activity and carbon cycling, providing new clues about how the ocean stores and releases carbon.
A new drug combo of enzalutamide and hormone therapy has been shown to extend survival for men with recurring prostate cancer, reducing death risk by over 40%. The study followed more than 1,000 patients worldwide and was led by Cedars-Sinai researchers. Experts call it a game changer that’s likely to reshape treatment guidelines for aggressive prostate cancer.
A groundbreaking study reveals that cancer patients who received a COVID-19 mRNA vaccine within 100 days of starting immunotherapy lived dramatically longer than those who didn’t. Researchers from the University of Florida and MD Anderson Cancer Center discovered that the vaccine’s immune-activating properties may boost cancer-fighting responses, acting like a nonspecific “flare” that reawakens the immune system.
Researchers have unveiled a new model for the universe’s birth that replaces cosmic inflation with gravitational waves as the driving force behind creation. Their simulations show that gravity and quantum mechanics may alone explain the structure of the cosmos. This elegant approach challenges traditional Big Bang interpretations and revives a century-old idea rooted in Einstein’s work.
Researchers from The University of Western Australia node at the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) have uncovered a colossal bridge of neutral hydrogen gas linking two dwarf galaxies, which spans an astonishing 185,000 light-years between galaxies NGC 4532 and DDO 137, located 53 million light-years from Earth.
Mars’ north polar vortex locks its atmosphere in extreme cold and darkness, freezing out water vapor and triggering a dramatic rise in ozone. Scientists found that the lack of sunlight and moisture lets ozone build up unchecked. This discovery, made with data from ESA’s and NASA’s orbiters, could reveal clues about Mars’ past atmospheric chemistry and potential for life.
Paleontologists have uncovered the fossilized lower right canine of a large proborhyaenid sparassodont in the Taubaté Basin of Brazil. The post Fossil of Carnivorous ‘Swamp Monster’ Found in Brazil appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Paleontologists have examined two exceptional specimens of the end-Cretaceous, duck-billed dinosaur Edmontosaurus annectens. The post Two New Specimens of Edmontosaurus annectens Preserve Fine Details of Scales and Hooves appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
The most iconic mass extinction in Earth history occurred around 66 million years ago, as rapid environmental destruction led to the extinction of around 75% of species, most famously the non-avian dinosaurs, and subsequently restructured terrestrial ecosystems. The post Latest Cretaceous Dinosaurs Lived in Vibrant, Regionally Distinct Communities appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Gliese 251 is an early red dwarf star and the 74th closest star system to our Sun. The post Super-Earth Candidate Found in Habitable Zone of Gliese 251 appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
In a new study, University of New South Wales Professor Mike Archer and colleagues re-examined the fossilized tibia (lower leg bone) of a now-extinct, giant sthenurine kangaroo. The post Australia’s First Peoples Were Fossil Collectors, New Study Suggests appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
A team of physicists from Japan and Germany suggests that, during the early Universe, a ‘knot dominated era’ may have existed, where knots were a dominant component of the Universe. The post Cosmic ‘Knots’ May Have Briefly Dominated Newborn Universe, Physicists Say appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Both avian and non-avian reptiles excrete excess nitrogen in solid form -- colloquially termed ‘urates’ -- as an evolutionary adaptation that aids in water conservation. The post New Research Reveals How Reptiles ‘Package Up and Pee’ Crystalline Waste appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
This streamer of gas is channeling matter from the surrounding cloud of a star-forming region in Perseus directly onto a newborn binary star system called SVS13A. The post ALMA Captures Spiral-Shaped Gas Streamer Guided by Magnetic Fields in Star-Forming Region appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse disrupted light-dark cycles for North American birds during the lead-up to spring reproduction. The post Total Solar Eclipses Can Trigger Dawn Behavior in Birds, Scientists Say appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Using a combination of the Subaru Telescope, the W. M. Keck Observatory, ESA’s Gaia mission, astronomers have imaged a brown-dwarf companion around the M-dwarf star LSPM J1446+4633. The post Astronomers Directly Image Brown Dwarf around Nearby Red Dwarf Star appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Titan offers great motivation for the detailed study of organic chemistry in unconventional conditions. The post Unexpected Mixture of Hydrogen Cyanide and Hydrocarbons May Exist on Saturn’s Moon Titan appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Paleoanthropologists have unearthed and examined a hominin partial skeleton that includes hand and foot bones unambiguously associated with skull elements of Paranthropus boisei, a species of early hominin that lived in East Africa between 2.3 and 1.2 million years ago. The post Paranthropus boisei was Capable of Tool Making, New Fossil Suggests appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Paleontologists have described a new genus and species of pachycephalosaurid dinosaur from five fossil specimens found in the Late Cretaceous Two Medicine Formation of Montana, the United States. The post New Species of Dome-Headed Dinosaur Identified in Montana appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Several hominids -- Australopithecus africanus, Paranthropus robustus, early Homo sp., Gigantopithecus blacki, Pongo sp., Papio sp., Homo neanderthalensis, and Homo sapiens -- were consistently exposed to lead over 2 million years. The post Lead Exposure May Have Influenced Evolution of Human Brain, Behavior, and Development of Language appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
The Galactic Center excess is an unexpected concentration of gamma-rays emerging from the center of our Milky Way Galaxy. The post Milky Way’s Galactic Center Excess is Due to Dark Matter Annihilation: Study appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
In new research, paleoanthropologists from the United States and Canada analyzed the morphology of a hominin talus (large bone in the ankle that joins with the tibia of the leg and the calcaneus of the foot) attributed to Ardipithecus ramidus, a species of hominid that lived in the east of the African continent around 4.4 million years ago. The post Humans Evolved from African Ape-Like Ancestor, Research Suggests appeared first…
Astronomers using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope have obtained a new image of the nearly face-on spiral galaxy NGC 3370. The post Hubble Space Telescope Observes NGC 3370 appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
A team of ornithologists from the National University of Singapore, Birdtour Asia Ltd., and the University of Queensland has described a new and cryptic species of the hawk-cuckoo genus Hierococcyx from Borneo, a large island shared by the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, the Indonesian state of Kalimantan, and the sultanate Brunei. The post New Species of Hawk-Cuckoo Discovered in Borneo appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Astronomers using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) have detected doubly deuterated water (D2O), or ‘heavy water,’ in the protoplanetrary disk around V883 Orionis, a protostar located 1,300 light-years away in the constellation of Orion. The post ALMA Detects Heavy Water in Planet-Forming Disk around Distant Protostar appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Paleontologists have unearthed a new assemblage of Triassic fossils at the Quebrada Santo Domingo site of the Northern Precordillera Basin in northwestern Argentina. The post Paleontologists Discover New Species of Triassic Long-Necked Dinosaur appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
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