How luna moths grow extravagant wings

Warm temperatures, not just predator pressure, may favor luna moths’ long bat-fooling streamers, a geographic analysis of iNaturalist pics shows.

Venus’ tectonics may be actively reshaping its surface

Circular landforms speckling the Venusian surface may be the work of tectonic activity.

Males of this ancient human cousin weren’t always bigger than females

Molecular evidence from a 2-million-year-old southern African hominid species indicates sex and genetic differences in P. robustus.

Students’ mental health imperiled by $1 billion cuts to school funding

The Trump administration is cutting $1 billion in grants that support student mental health. That has educators worried.

Genetics might save the rare, elusive saola — if it’s not already extinct

A new genetic study could help saolas survive by enabling better searches through environmental DNA. But some experts fear they may be extinct already.

A passing star could fling Earth out of orbit

Simulations show that the star's tug could send Mercury, Venus or Mars crashing into Earth — or let Jupiter eject our world from the solar system.

Personalized gene editing saved a baby, but the tech’s future is uncertain

The personalized CRISPR treatment could be the future of gene therapy, but hurdles remain before everyone has access.

‘Silent’ cells play a surprising role in how brains work

New studies show that astrocytes, long thought to be support cells in the brain, are crucial intermediaries for relaying messages to neurons.

Bedbugs may have been one of the first urban pests

Common bedbugs experienced a dramatic jump in population size about 13,000 years ago, around the time humans congregated in the first cities.

Humans used whale bones to make tools 20,000 years ago

Ancient scavengers of the beached beasts turned their bones into implements that spread across a large area, researchers say.

The first cicada concert was 47 million years ago

A 47-million-year-old cicada fossil from Germany’s Messel Pit could teach us about the evolution of insect communication.

It’s a matter of size A January executive order by President Donald Trump designates people as female if they make the “large” reproductive cell (the egg) and male if they make the “small” one (the sperm). But the human sexes don’t fit neatly into a male–female binary due to factors such as genetics and hormones, […]

Editor in Chief Nancy Shute discusses the centennial of quantum mechanics’ framework, Hubble’s 35th anniversary and the legacy of Kanzi the bonobo.

Math puzzle: The conundrum of sharing

Solve the math puzzle from our June 2025 issue, in which friends must find ways to all enjoy hot mud beds.

Wet fingers always wrinkle in the same way

Pruney fingertips aren't swollen sponges — the wrinkles actually come from blood vessels constricting and pulling skin inward.

Sloths once came in a dizzying array of sizes. Here’s why

A new fossil and DNA analysis traces how dozens of sloth species responded to climate shifts and humans. Just two small tree-dwelling sloths remain today.

It’s tricky to transplant a bladder. How surgeons finally did it

The person who received the bladder is doing well, and the successful transplant could offer hope to thousands of people with bladder dysfunction.

Penguin poop gives Antarctic cloud formation a boost

Penguin poop provides ammonia for cloud formation in coastal Antarctica, potentially helping to mitigate the impacts of climate change in the region.

Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ plan has a major obstacle: Physics

Scientists suggest the missile defense plan will face big hurdles, especially given its projected timeline and cost.

Don’t wait until menopause to strengthen your bones 

Screening for osteoporosis is recommended at age 65, but experts say women should be proactive about bone health long before that.

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Ancient DNA Reveals Leprosy Was in America Centuries Before Columbus

A new study reveals that leprosy existed in America long before the arrival of Europeans, shedding light on the history of a long-neglected pathogen. Long considered a disease brought to the Americas by European colonizers, leprosy may actually have a much older history on the American continent. Scientists from the Institut Pasteur, the CNRS, and

New Archaeopteryx Fossil Rewrites Early Bird Evolution

The Chicago Archaeopteryx provides rare 3D insights into skull evolution, soft tissue structure, and the first evidence of tertial feathers, marking a key stage in the origin of flight. A Chinese-American research team, led by Dr. Han Hu of the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology (IVPP) and Dr. Jingmai O’Connor of the Field Museum

Game-Changing Fossil Discovery Reveals That Reptiles Appeared on Earth Millions of Years Earlier Than Thought

Fossil tracks from Australia reveal reptiles appeared 40 million years earlier than thought. The origin of reptiles on Earth may be up to 40 million years earlier than previously believed, based on new evidence from a significant fossil site in Australia. Flinders University Professor John Long and his team have identified fossilized tracks made by

This Everyday Interest Could Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s

A new study suggests that the questions you ask and your interest in lifelong learning may help protect against Alzheimer’s disease. What’s the secret to aging well? It might be as simple as staying curious. A new international study, including researchers from UCLA, found that certain types of curiosity don’t fade with age—they actually grow.

According to Scientists, This Is the Most Important Thing To Restore Your Gut Health

A healthy diet is more effective than fecal transplants at restoring and protecting the gut microbiome. Trillions of microbes live in your body. Far from being harmful, most of these microorganisms form a diverse and vital community that supports digestion, boosts the immune system, and helps protect against harmful pathogens. When this microbial community is

30% Longer Life: Cancer Drug Combo Flips the Aging Switch

A potent drug combo extends mouse lifespan by 30% and boosts health in old age by targeting aging pathways in a unique, synergistic way, raising hopes for future human trials. Mice lived about 30% longer when treated with a combination of Rapamycin and Trametinib, significantly more than either drug alone. The therapy reduced chronic inflammation

Atomic Eavesdropping: How Carbyne Talks Through Quantum Vibrations

Researchers revealed a bizarre quantum link between carbyne and carbon nanotubes—two materials that shouldn’t “talk” but somehow do. The discovery could reshape how we design ultra-sensitive nano-devices. To design the next generation of smart materials, scientists need to understand how atoms interact at the tiniest scales. That means diving into the strange world of quantum

MIT’s Chilling Experiment That Could Prove Gravity Is Quantum

MIT researchers have found a bold new way to approach one of science’s biggest mysteries: is gravity truly a quantum force? By chilling a tiny mirror to near absolute zero using lasers — a method traditionally used in atomic physics — they’ve opened a new experimental window into the intersection of quantum mechanics and gravity.

New Research Explains Why Diseases Affect Men and Women Differently

A new international study has revealed that most protein-level differences between men and women aren’t due to genetics alone. A major international study has uncovered new insights into why men and women often face different health risks, symptoms, and outcomes. Led by researchers at Queen Mary University of London’s Precision Healthcare University Research Institute (PHURI),

New Research Reveals Most Effective Obesity Drug: It’s Not Ozempic or Wegovy

A new clinical trial has revealed that tirzepatide (Zepbound) surpasses semaglutide (Wegovy) in promoting weight loss among people with obesity. A new clinical trial has found that tirzepatide, sold under the name Zepbound, led to significantly greater weight loss in people with obesity compared to semaglutide, known as Wegovy. Both are injectable medications designed to

Scientists Flip the Brain’s “Fat-Off” Switch – Weight Loss Without Side Effects

Scientists have discovered a specific set of brain cells responsible for the weight loss effects of semaglutide, a popular drug for obesity and type 2 diabetes. By isolating these neurons, researchers induced similar results without the drug – appetite reduction and fat loss – and found these benefits were disconnected from the drug’s unpleasant side

Are We Wrong About Dark Matter? Dwarf Galaxies Suggest So

Dwarf galaxies aren’t behaving as expected. Scientists discovered that the more diffuse ones cluster more tightly than theory predicts, flipping prior assumptions. This unexpected pattern hints that dark matter might interact in mysterious new ways. Challenging the Cold Dark Matter Paradigm A new study of diffuse dwarf galaxies is challenging the prevailing galaxy formation model

Galactic Time Machine: NASA’s Webb Reveals 12 Billion Years of Galaxy Evolution

A sweeping cosmic census from the James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled nearly 1,700 galaxy groups—marking the deepest and largest survey of its kind. Peering back 12 billion years, this research opens a window into the chaotic youth of the universe, revealing how galaxies evolved from irregular, star-forming structures to the majestic spirals and ellipticals

Terraforming Mars Isn’t Sci-Fi Anymore – Here’s What It Would Take

What if we could turn Mars into a second Earth? A group of scientists is revisiting this audacious idea with new eyes, armed with decades of advancements in planetary science, biotechnology, and space engineering. They explore whether it’s physically and biologically feasible to warm the Red Planet, enrich its atmosphere, and kick-start life-supporting systems —

“Safer” Vapes Might Be Worse: Ultrasonic Devices Found Full of Toxic Metals

Despite slick marketing, u-cigarettes might be more dangerous than older vape models. Scientists found they release metals like arsenic and selenium—linked to cancer and lung disease—into users’ lungs. A new study from scientists at the University of California, Riverside reveals that ultrasonic cigarettes, or u-cigarettes, could be far more dangerous than they appear. Marketed as

Weed Could Be Wrecking Your Heart – Study Uncovers Dangers of Smoking and Edibles

Chronic cannabis use, whether smoked or eaten as edibles, significantly impairs blood vessel function — with risks mirroring those seen in tobacco smokers, according to UCSF researchers. The study found that marijuana users had roughly 50% reduced vascular function compared to non-users, increasing their risk for heart attack and hypertension. Chronic Cannabis Use Linked to

“Worrying” – New Research Questions Long-Term Safety of ADHD Medications

Finnish research shows young people often remain on ADHD medication for years—well past available safety data. A new study from the University of Turku, the University of Helsinki, and Finland’s Social Insurance Institution (Kela) has uncovered that children and adolescents with ADHD are staying on medication for an average of over three years. For many,

New Non-Opioid Drug Offers Powerful Pain Relief Without the Dangerous Side Effects

The compound provides non-opioid pain relief by targeting neurotensin receptor 1 (NTSR1) on sensory neurons and within the spinal cord. Scientists at Duke University School of Medicine have developed a promising new drug that could deliver strong pain relief without the dangerous side effects linked to opioids. The compound, known as SBI-810, belongs to a

International Research Team Builds World’s Most Efficient Organic Solar Cell

Scientists created a safer, high-efficiency all-organic solar cell using a new electrode and lamination technique, achieving 8.7% power conversion, more than double past models. As global initiatives to mitigate climate change accelerate, the demand for solar energy continues to rise. However, conventional silicon-based solar panels, which currently dominate the market, contain a variety of hazardous

Blink, Predict, Smash: MIT’s 42 MPH Ping Pong Bot Is Freakishly Fast

MIT engineers have created a lightning-fast ping pong robot that not only returns shots with human-like speed and precision, but also mimics spin and aiming strategies. Built from components of a humanoid robot and powered by advanced prediction algorithms, it boasts an 88% success rate in testing. Now, researchers are working to make it more

World-Famous Schöningen Spears Are 100,000 Years Younger Than Scientists Thought

Scientists have analyzed amino acids preserved in snail shells to determine a new age for the world’s oldest complete wooden hunting weapons. The world-famous Schöningen spears, discovered in Schöningen, Germany, are turning out to be younger than scientists once believed. An international research team has revised their age to about 200,000 years old — 100,000

They Walked? 160-Million-Year-Old Footprints Rewrite Pterosaur History

A study led by the University of Leicester has linked fossilized tracks of flying reptiles to the specific animals that created them. Fossilized footprints dating back more than 160 million years have helped paleontologists at the University of Leicester determine when pterosaurs began adapting to life on land. Although these impressive flying reptiles from the

This Galaxy Is a Showstopper – But the Real Twist Is Nearby

A dazzling cosmic swirl, NGC 3507 shines alone in this Hubble image, though it secretly belongs to a dynamic galactic duo. While it flaunts the classic pinwheel shape of a barred spiral, its companion, NGC 3501, appears as a sleek silver streak due to its edge-on view. This contrast in appearance reveals how perspective shapes

Hubble Trouble Solved? Webb Telescope Finally Cracks the Universe’s Growth Mystery

Scientists have long puzzled over a discrepancy in how fast the universe is expanding, but new, sharper data from the James Webb Space Telescope may finally be solving the mystery. By refining distance measurements using powerful infrared instruments and analyzing exploding stars and red giants, researchers led have brought previously conflicting values of the Hubble

Singing to your infant can significantly boost the baby's mood, according to a recent study. Around the world and across cultures, singing to babies seems to come instinctively to caregivers. Now, new findings support that singing is an easy, safe, and free way to help improve the mental well-being of infants. Because improved mood in infancy is associated with a greater quality of life for both parents and babies, this…

A series of studies sheds light on the origins and characteristics of intermediate-mass black holes.

The fossils of ancient salamander-like creatures in Scotland are among the most well-preserved examples of early stem tetrapods -- some of the first animals to make the transition from water to land. Thanks to new research, scientists believe that these creatures are 14 million years older than previously thought. The new age -- dating back to 346 million years ago -- adds to the significance of the find because it…

Researchers present new experimental and theoretical results for the bound electron g-factor in lithium-like tin which has a much higher nuclear charge than any previous measurement. The experimental accuracy reached a level of 0.5 parts per billion. Using an enhanced interelectronic QED method, the theoretical prediction for the g-factor reached a precision of 6 parts per billion.

A new study finds that if global warming exceeds the Paris Climate Agreement targets, the non-polar glacier mass will diminish significantly. However, if warming is limited to 1.5 degrees Celsius, at least 54 per cent could be preserved -- more than twice as much ice as in a 2.7 C scenario.

Spring in the Arctic brings forth a plethora of peeps and downy hatchlings as millions of birds gather to raise their young. The same was true 73 million years ago, according to a new article. The paper documents the earliest-known example of birds nesting in the polar regions.

Long considered a disease brought to the Americas by European colonizers, leprosy may actually have a much older history on the American continent. Scientists reveal that a recently identified second species of bacteria responsible for leprosy, Mycobacterium lepromatosis, has been infecting humans in the Americas for at least 1,000 years, several centuries before the Europeans arrived.

Anthropologists have examined the societal consequences of global glacier loss. This article appears alongside new research that estimates that more than three-quarters of the world's glacier mass could disappear by the end of the century under current climate policies.

Scientists have developed a powerful new tool for finding the next generation of materials needed for large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computing. The significant breakthrough means that, for the first time, researchers have found a way to determine once and for all whether a material can effectively be used in certain quantum computing microchips.

Humans and mice share persistent brain-activity patterns in response to adverse sensory experience, scientists find, opening a window to our emotions and, perhaps, neuropsychiatric disorders.

Scientists have documented the way a single gene in the bacterium that causes bubonic plague, Yersinia pestis, allowed it to survive hundreds of years by adjusting its virulence and the length of time it took to kill its victims, but these forms of plague ultimately died out.

A new study reveals that the aerobic nitrogen cycle in the ocean may have occurred about 100 million years before oxygen began to significantly accumulate in the atmosphere, based on nitrogen isotope analysis from ancient South African rock cores. These findings not only refine the timeline of Earth's oxygenation but also highlight a critical evolutionary shift, where life began adapting to oxygen-rich conditions -- paving the way for the emergence…

The process of necrosis, a form of cell death, may represent one of the most promising ways to change the course of human aging, disease and even space travel, according to a new study.

Replanting forests can help cool the planet even more than some scientists once believed, especially in the tropics. But even if every tree lost since the mid-19th century is replanted, the total effect won't cancel out human-generated warming.

Coffee can help you stay awake. But what does caffeine actually do to your brain once you're asleep? Using AI, a team of researchers has an answer: it affects the brain's 'criticality'.

Many policy discussions on AI safety regulation have focused on the need to establish regulatory 'guardrails' to protect the public from the risks of AI technology. Experts now argue that, instead of imposing guardrails, policymakers should demand 'leashes.'

Whether you are lucky enough to have a cat companion or must merely live this experience vicariously through cat videos, Felis catus is a familiar and comforting presence in our daily lives. Unlike most other feline species, cats exhibit sociality, can live in groups, and communicate both with other cats and humans, which is why they have been humans' trusted accomplices for millennia. Despite this intimacy, there is still much…

Researchers gave participants face tattoos that can track when their brain is working too hard. The study introduces a non-permanent wireless forehead e-tattoo that decodes brainwaves to measure mental strain without bulky headgear. This technology may help track the mental workload of workers like air traffic controllers and truck drivers, whose lapses in focus can have serious consequences.

Reducing travel speeds and using an intelligent queuing system at busy ports can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from oceangoing container vessels by 16-24%, according to researchers. Not only would those relatively simple interventions reduce emissions from a major, direct source of greenhouse gases, the technology to implement these measures already exists.

Materials scientists have succeeded in creating a genuine 2D hybrid material called glaphene.

Engineers have developed a real-life Transformer that has the 'brains' to morph in midair, allowing the drone-like robot to smoothly roll away and begin its ground operations without pause. The increased agility and robustness of such robots could be particularly useful for commercial delivery systems and robotic explorers.

A new method could soon unlock the vast repository of biological information held in the proteins of ancient soft tissues. The findings could open up a new era for palaeobiological discovery.

New research brings together 7,000 years of history in South Arabia to show how ancient pastoralists changed placement and construction of monuments over time in the face of environmental and cultural forces.

This study measured the growth rate of coral reefs in Honaunau Bay, Hawaii, using on-site data gathering and aerial imagery. Researchers found that the reefs are being eroded by sea urchin populations which have exploded due to overfishing in the area. The reefs are also threatened by climate change and water pollution, and their growth rates are not fast enough to counteract the erosion caused by the urchins.

A review of experimental research reveals how VR is best used and why it's struggled to become a megahit with consumers.

Close to five million smuggled seahorses worth an estimated CAD$29 million were seized by authorities over a 10-year span, according to a new study that warns the scale of the trade is far larger than current data suggest. The study analyzed online seizure records from 2010 to 2021 and found smuggling incidents in 62 countries, with dried seahorses, widely used in traditional medicine, most commonly intercepted at airports in passenger…

Chemists have demonstrated how RNA (ribonucleic acid) might have replicated itself on early Earth -- a key process in the origin of life.

Researchers find high-fat diets set off metabolic dysfunction in cells, leading to weight gain, but these effects can be reversed by treatment with an antioxidant.

In a major leap forward for genetic and biomedical research, scientists have developed a powerful new artificial intelligence tool that can predict the 3D shape of chromosomes inside individual cells -- helping researchers gain a new view of how our genes work.

A series of experiments support spectral data recently collected by the James Webb Space Telescope that found evidence that the icy surface of Jupiter's moon Europa is constantly changing. Europa's surface ice is crystallizing at different rates in different places, which could point to a complex mix of external processes and geologic activity affecting the surface.

Scientists have observed anyons -- quasiparticles that differ from the familiar fermions and bosons -- in a one-dimensional quantum system for the first time. The results may contribute to a better understanding of quantum matter and its potential applications.

A team of international astronomers have discovered a new cosmic object emitting both radio waves and x-rays.

Scientists show that wolves that are eating sea otters in Alaska have much higher concentrations of mercury than those eating other prey such as deer and moose.

Neurons deep in the brain not only help to initiate movement -- they also actively suppress it, and with astonishing precision. The findings are especially relevant for better understanding neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease.

Parental warmth and affection in early childhood can have life-long physical and mental health benefits for children, and new research points to an important underlying process: children's sense of social safety.

A new study finds that chronic cannabis use -- whether it's smoked or consumed in edible form -- is associated with significant cardiovascular risks.

Results from a clinical trial show that giving people with high blood pressure an injection every six months can lead to a meaningful, sustained reduction in their blood pressure.

As rising global temperatures alter ecosystems worldwide, animal species usually have two choices: adapt to changing local conditions or flee to a cooler clime. Ecologists have long assumed that the world's bird species were best equipped to respond to the pressures of climate change simply because they have the option of flying to higher altitudes or towards global poles. But a new study finds that few bird species are able…

Researchers have designed a liquid hydrogen storage and delivery system that could help make zero-emission aviation a reality. Their work outlines a scalable, integrated system that addresses several engineering challenges at once by enabling hydrogen to be used as a clean fuel and also as a built-in cooling medium for critical power systems aboard electric-powered aircraft.

Researchers have a new hypothesis for how brain cells called astrocytes might contribute to memory storage in the brain. Their model, known as dense associative memory, would help explain the brain's massive storage capacity.

New technology that uses light's color and spin to display multiple images.

Scientists have produced the finest images of the Sun's corona to date. To make these high-resolution images and movies, the team developed a new 'coronal adaptive optics' system that removes blur from images caused by the Earth's atmosphere. Their ground-breaking results pave the way for deeper insight into coronal heating, solar eruptions, and space weather, and open an opportunity for new discoveries in the Sun's atmosphere.

Scientists, who have spent more than a decade examining the impact of artificial light at night on the world's coasts and oceans, have shown that more than one-fifth of the global ocean -- an area spanning more than 75 million sq km -- has been the subject of ocean darkening over the past two decades. Ocean darkening occurs when changes in the optical properties of the ocean reduce the depth…

How come you can't tickle yourself? And why can some people handle tickling perfectly fine while others scream their heads off? Neuroscientists argue that we should take tickle research more seriously.

In the long battle to create an effective HIV vaccine, scientists have made a major leap forward. A new study shows that a series of vaccines can coax the immune system to produce powerful antibodies capable of blocking a wide range of HIV strains -- including those that are typically the hardest to stop.

A new study reveals a concerning decline in self-reported mental health among mothers in the United States between 2016 and 2023. The study also found modest but measurable declines in self-reported physical health during the same period.

Engineers developed a fuel cell that offers more than three times as much energy per pound compared to lithium-ion batteries. Powered by a reaction between sodium metal and air, the device could be lightweight enough to enable the electrification of airplanes, trucks, or ships.

Humans were making tools from whale bones as far back as 20,000 years ago, according to a new study. This discovery broadens our understanding of early human use of whale remains and offers valuable insight into the marine ecology of the time.

Contrary to widespread assumptions, the largest shark that ever lived -- Otodus megalodon -- fed on marine creatures at various levels of the food pyramid and not just the top. Scientists analyzed the zinc content of a large sample of fossilized megalodon teeth, which had been unearthed above all in Sigmaringen and Passau, and compared them with fossil teeth found elsewhere and the teeth of animals that inhabit our planet…

Researchers have discovered a new 2D material, confirming decade-old prediction.

Paleontologists have examined an extreme-latitude assemblage of bird fossils from the Late Cretaceous Prince Creek Formation of Alaska. The post 73-Million-Year-Old Fossils Provide Oldest Evidence of Birds Nesting at Polar Latitudes appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

ASKAP J1832-0911 -- likely a magnetar or an extremely magnetized white dwarf -- emits pulses of radio waves and X-rays for two minutes every 44 minutes, according to a paper published in the journal Nature. The post Radio Wave- and X-Ray-Emitting Star is Unlike Anything Astronomers Have Seen in Our Galaxy appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Scientists at the Tokyo University of Agriculture have assessed the role and characteristics of olfaction in the discrimination of known or unknown humans by domestic cats. The post Domestic Cats Recognize Odor of Their Owner, Researchers Say appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Daily biological functions such as sleep, heart rate and metabolism are timed by intracellular circadian clocks which exist within almost all cells throughout the body. The post Humans are Seasonal Creatures, New Research Reveals appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Flower visitors, including pollinators, produce characteristic sounds through flapping wing movements during flight. The post Buzzing Sounds of Pollinators Lead Plants to Increase Their Nectar Production, Study Says appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have captured a remarkable new image of the galaxy cluster Abell S1063. The post Webb Focuses on Behemoth Galaxy Cluster: Abell S1063 appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Archaeologists have examined a large sample of worked bone objects from 26 Paleolithic cave and rockshelter sites in the Cantabrian region of Spain and southwestern France. The post 20,000-Year-Old Whale Bone Tools Found in Spain appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Named 2017 OF201, the newly-discovered trans-Neptunian object is one of the most distant visible objects in our Solar System and is likely large (about 700 km in diameter) enough to qualify as a dwarf planet. The post Astronomers Discover Dwarf Planet Candidate on 25,000-Year Orbit appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

The Gobi Wall is a 321-km-long structure made of earth, stone, and wood, located in the Gobi highland desert of Mongolia. The post Archaeologists Uncover New Evidence about Construction and Purpose of Gobi Wall appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

To make these high-resolution images and movies, astronomers from NSF’s National Solar Observatory and New Jersey Institute of Technology developed a new ‘coronal adaptive optics’ system that removes blur from images caused by the Earth’s atmosphere. The post Solar Astronomers Capture Most Detailed Images and Videos Yet of Sun’s Corona appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

A new genus and species of eusauropod dinosaur has been identified from a fossilized partial skeleton with a nearly complete skull found in the Chinese province of Gansu. The post New Species of Jurassic Herbivorous Dinosaur Discovered in China appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Paleontologists have analyzed the ratio of two different zinc isotopes in the dental enamel of 19 species from an Early Miocene marine ecosystem, including the megatooth sharks Otodus megalodon and Otodus chubutensis. The post Megatooth Sharks were Opportunistic Supercarnivores, New Research Reveals appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Slope streaks are dark features on Martian slopes that form spontaneously and fade over years to decades. The post Slope Streaks on Mars are Dry, New Study Suggests appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

In a new study, University of Auckland scientist Christopher Hall and his colleagues focused on neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that play a key role in antibacterial immunity. The post Daylight Boosts Immune System’s Ability to Fight Infections: Study appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Astronomers using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope have captured a striking new photo of the face-on barred spiral galaxy NGC 3507. The post Hubble Spots Beautiful Spiral Galaxy: NGC 3507 appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

The largest sloths -- members of the genus Megatherium -- were about the size of Asian bull elephants and weighed roughly 3.63 tons (8,000 pounds). The post New Research Sheds Light on Emergence and Demise of Giant Sloths appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Traskasaura sandrae, a 12-m-long elasmosaur (a type of plesiosaur) that lived in the Cretaceous seas, 85 million years ago, had a strange mix of primitive and derived traits unlike any other elasmosaur. The post Paleontologists Identify Strange New Species of Elasmosaur: Traskasaura sandrae appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

This binary system contains a rapidly spinning millisecond pulsar called PSR J1928+1815 and its helium star companion. The post Newly-Discovered Compact Binary System Formed when Neutron Star Orbited inside Another Star appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Locally known as Maka Lahi, meaning ‘Big Rock,’ this boulder was moved more than 200 m inland by a tsunami around 7,000 years ago. The post World’s Largest Cliff-Top Boulder Provides Evidence of Ancient Tsunami in Tonga appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Titan is the only moon in the Solar System with a significant atmosphere, and one that has long captivated planetary scientists. The post Atmosphere of Saturn’s Hazy Moon Titan Wobbles Like Gyroscope, Planetary Researchers Find appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Russia is attacking Ukraine with Shahed-136-type drones every night now. Ukraine has put up additional air defences in

Nuclear bomb is a weapon that employs the energy from a nuclear reaction. Resulting radiation and the fallout

Russia’s main air-defence systems are S-300 and S-400. Those are expensive missile systems, capable of engaging all kinds

More accurately predicting periods of increased hurricane activity weeks in advance may become possible due to new research

Researchers at ETH Zurich and the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems have developed a robotic leg with

AstraZeneca has entered into a collaboration with biotech firm Immunai Inc., investing $18 million to utilize Immunai’s advanced

Astronomy has always relied on light to convey information about the universe. But capturing photons — such as

Meta Platforms, formerly Facebook, showcased its new augmented reality (AR) glasses prototype, Orion, during its annual Connect conference.

Nebius Group, an Amsterdam-based tech company born from the division of assets previously owned by Russian technology giant

In the desert of Texas, an innovative construction project is unfolding—one that uses a crane-sized 3D printer to

PayPal Holdings announced a major development on Wednesday, allowing U.S. merchants to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrency directly

Russia has covertly established a weapons program in China to create long-range attack drones for use in the

The Sukhoi Su-57 is a Russian fifth-generation fighter jet, built as a response to the American F-22 Raptor.

Alphabet’s Google is partnering with Volkswagen to provide cutting-edge artificial intelligence capabilities for an in-app assistant designed specifically

Stability AI, an emerging leader in artificial intelligence, announced on Tuesday that renowned filmmaker James Cameron, director of

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian denies reports that Iran has transferred a large quantity of Fath 360 short-range ballistic

Russia has emerged as the primary foreign actor using artificial intelligence (AI) to sway the U.S. presidential election,

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has announced plans to launch approximately five uncrewed Starship missions to Mars within the