Aerosols, small particles in the atmosphere like salt and dust, may offset a third of human-caused climate warming, though their influence is fading.
Flu viruses often enter the body through mucous tissue in the nose. Researchers are developing new ways to protect such areas.
The invasive spotted lanternfly has spread to 17 states and can threaten vineyards. But bats, fungi, dogs and even trees may help control them.
In two studies of mice, a molecule called leukotriene helped trigger food-induced anaphylaxis. A drug approved for asthma — zileuton — diminished it.
Alpha Centauri A, four light-years from Earth, may host a gas giant. If confirmed, no Earthlike planets orbit in the star’s habitable zone.
Researchers reconstructed a roughly 2,000-year-old woman’s tattoos, from prowling tigers to a fantastical griffinlike creature.
Excavated implements suggest a Homo species arrived on Sulawesi over 1 million years ago, before a nearby island hosted hobbit ancestors.
A gene called IBSH1 helped spreading earthmoss thrive at high gravity, hinting at how plants adapted to photosynthesize on land.
Golden apple snails can regrow full, functional eyes. Studying their genes may reveal how to repair human eye injuries.
The unique architecture of some ball-like plants high in trees in Fiji lets violent ants live peacefully and feed the plant with valuable droppings.
Government agencies are rapidly adopting AI, but experts warn the push may outpace privacy safeguards and leave data vulnerable to leaks and attacks.
An analysis of 30 trials delivered a surprising twist: One exercise outperformed walking, resistance training and aerobic exercise in the treatment of sleep disorders such as insomnia.
A bacterium called Vibrio pectenicida may be melting sea stars along North America’s Pacific coast.
The recommended age for starting colorectal cancer screening is now 45. That shift may explain a rise in early cases.
The superclouds probably produce star-forming clouds of gas, since most nearby stellar nurseries are located within the giants.
Probiotics containing Lactobacillus gasseri Lg-36 prevented C. difficile infections in mice, but L. acidophilus probiotics made infection more likely.
These star-shredding black holes sit within dusty galaxies that block many telescopes’ views. That’s not an issue for JWST.
Routine tests in the third trimester may catch missed cases and flag the need for treatment that reduces a baby‘s risk of getting HIV to near zero.
A trove of fossils, including a penis worm with a spiked, invertible throat, suggests this spot may have been a cradle of Cambrian evolution.
Knowing potatoes’ origin story could help future-proof the crucial crop against climate threats.
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Scientists in South Australia discovered a powerful synthetic opioid—stronger than fentanyl—lurking in street drugs. Often mixed unknowingly with heroin and cut with xylazine, this super opioid poses a deadly, hidden threat. Lethal Synthetic Opioid Surfaces in Adelaide In a first-of-its-kind investigation in South Australia, researchers from the University of South Australia have found traces of
Digital traces from smartphones may help flag early mental health risks. Shared behavior patterns could offer clues across diagnoses. Smartphones are commonly used to track physical health indicators like sleep, physical activity, and heart rate—but new research suggests they can also uncover signs related to mental health. In a study published in JAMA Network Open,
Research led by Rutgers suggests there could be significant new possibilities for treating neurodegenerative diseases and brain injuries. Researchers have uncovered how a specific protein supports the stability of connections between brain cells, which are essential for learning and memory. According to the scientists, their findings, published in the journal Science Advances, may lead to
Astronomers have uncovered a dramatic space event where a baby star’s own actions came back to strike it. A high-speed jet fired from the young star appears to have ignited an immense explosion, creating a vast bubble of gas. Instead of drifting away harmlessly, the blast slammed back into the star’s protoplanetary disk, warping it.
Far from being an icy enigma, Uranus is now known to radiate some of its own heat, hinting at a more dynamic history than once thought. Warm-hearted giants: Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune all give off more energy than they receive from the Sun, showing that their interiors are still surprisingly warm. A chilly surprise: When
Two new theories propose that dark matter either formed in a “mirror” universe or emerged from the cosmic horizon’s quantum radiation during the early universe. One idea envisions a hidden “mirror” universe with its own particles and forces, where the early cosmos forged tiny, incredibly dense black hole–like objects that could make up all the
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have found chemical traces of betel nut chewing in 4,000-year-old teeth from a Bronze Age burial in Thailand — the earliest direct evidence of psychoactive plant use in Southeast Asia. By analyzing hardened dental plaque, researchers uncovered compounds linked to betel nut, a stimulant that boosts alertness and euphoria. Ancient
An international team of researchers has published a groundbreaking study in Nature, revealing that early reptiles from the Triassic period had distinctive skin structures that served as an alternative to feathers. Body coverings like hair and feathers have played a vital role throughout evolutionary history. They provided insulation that supported warm-bloodedness and served functions such
A large-scale experiment has uncovered the fundamental rules that govern protein stability, opening the door to more rapid development of drugs and enzymes. Proteins are essential molecular machines that power countless processes in living organisms. They help turn sunlight into energy, support the immune system by fighting off viruses, and much more. Each protein is
Long before humans brewed their first beer, our primate ancestors may have been getting buzzed on fallen, fermented fruit. Scientists have coined the term “scrumping” to describe this overlooked behavior, when apes forage for ripe or rotting fruit on the forest floor. This habit could have triggered a genetic shift that allowed early humans to
A UCSF study reveals that aging may actually ease lupus symptoms. Immune overactivity in mid-life appears to diminish in older patients, reversing the usual age-related rise in inflammation and suggesting new treatment strategies. Lupus: An Autoimmune Disease That Calms With Age Lupus is considered one of the most well-known autoimmune diseases. In people with lupus,
A UCL-led study found that people eating minimally processed foods lost nearly twice the weight of those on ultra-processed diets, even when calories and nutrients were matched. Whole foods also led to greater fat loss and a bigger drop in daily calorie intake. Minimally Processed Diet Doubles Weight Loss A new clinical trial led by
Scientists have finally uncovered the ancient secret behind the potato’s origin—and it involves an unexpected genetic romance. About 9 million years ago, a wild interbreeding event occurred between a tomato-like plant and a potato-relative in the Andes. This rare hybridization gave rise to the first tuber-forming plants. Ancient Hybrid Sparked the Potato’s Origins An international
Melamine sponges may be magic when it comes to scrubbing away grime, but they’re releasing an invisible mess into the environment—trillions of microplastic fibers every month. These sponges break down as they’re used, especially the less dense ones, shedding fibers that can make their way into waterways and the food chain. Researchers measured this hidden
Europa’s surface chemistry hints at life-supporting conditions below. Lab tests reveal how peroxide forms in unexpected places. Researchers at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) carried out laboratory experiments to investigate the puzzling presence of frozen hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) on Jupiter’s icy moon Europa. Their findings, detailed in the Planetary Science Journal, may clarify surprising data collected
Where does the Moon’s exosphere originate? A study by TU Wien, based on analysis of actual lunar rock, shows that the impact of solar wind ions in eroding the Moon’s surface has been greatly overestimated. The Moon’s surface is constantly exposed to the solar wind, a stream of charged particles emitted by the Sun. These
Engineers at RMIT University have developed a new 3D-printed titanium material that costs roughly one-third less than standard titanium alloys. Researchers at RMIT University in Australia have developed a new form of titanium for 3D printing that costs approximately 33% less than the titanium alloys currently in widespread use. Replacing expensive elements The researchers substituted
For decades, scientists struggled to catch neutrinos—tiny, nearly invisible particles that pass through everything, including Earth itself. Now, a breakthrough has arrived: using a detector the size of a lunchbox, researchers have finally captured these ghostlike particles as they interacted inside a nuclear reactor. Tiny Detector, Big Discovery: Catching Elusive Neutrinos Neutrinos are some of
A Copenhagen team has unlocked a clever “backdoor” into studying rare quantum states once thought beyond reach. Scientists at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, have discovered a new approach for investigating rare quantum states that occur within superconducting vortices. These states were first proposed in the 1960s, but confirming their existence has proven
A new global study reveals that ancient carbon, once thought securely stored in soils and rocks, is leaking into the atmosphere via rivers. For the first time, researchers have confirmed that carbon trapped in landscapes for thousands of years or longer can return to the atmosphere as carbon dioxide escaping from river surfaces. The study,
Lightning may look like a sudden burst from the clouds, but its true origin lies in an invisible storm of cosmic rays, X-rays, and high-energy electrons. A breakthrough study led by Penn State researchers has finally decoded this hidden process: when cosmic rays strike thunderclouds, they trigger avalanches of particles and bursts of radiation that
A record-shattering lightning bolt traveled an astonishing 515 miles from Texas to near Kansas City, becoming the longest ever recorded. This megaflash was only uncovered years later by satellites in orbit equipped with advanced lightning mappers, revealing the scale and mystery of these rare electrical phenomena. Record-Shattering Lightning Flash A single lightning bolt stretched an
Heavy drinking, not cannabis, was tied to a sharp increase in unintended pregnancies—even among women actively trying to avoid them. The study reveals a gap between intention and outcome that alcohol may be widening. A Risky Link Between Alcohol and Unwanted Pregnancy According to a new study, women who strongly wanted to avoid pregnancy were
Moderate exercise may slow brain aging, protecting cognition and brain structure, while too little or too much activity may have the opposite effect. A new scientific investigation using data from accelerometers and brain MRI scans suggests that engaging in moderate physical activity could help slow the aging process in the brain. The research, led by
High-fat diets and obesity reshape astrocytes—star-shaped brain cells in the striatum that help regulate pleasure from eating. French researchers discovered that tweaking these cells in mice not only impacts metabolism but can also restore cognitive abilities impaired by obesity, such as relearning tasks. This breakthrough highlights astrocytes as powerful players in brain function and energy control, opening fresh possibilities for targeted obesity treatments.
Researchers at Scripps have created T7-ORACLE, a powerful new tool that speeds up evolution, allowing scientists to design and improve proteins thousands of times faster than nature. Using engineered bacteria and a modified viral replication system, this method can create new protein versions in days instead of months. In tests, it quickly produced enzymes that could survive extreme doses of antibiotics, showing how it could help develop better medicines, cancer…
Scientists discovered that jewel wasp larvae that undergo a developmental "pause" live longer and age more slowly at the molecular level by nearly 30%. This slowdown is tied to conserved biological pathways, hinting at possible applications for human aging.
Chinese scientists uncovered a powerful energy source for deep Earth microbes: hydrogen and oxidants generated by rock fracturing during earthquakes. The process may also suggest how life could exist on other planets without sunlight.
A surprising discovery emerged from a security camera video taken during Myanmar’s recent magnitude 7.7 earthquake. While the footage initially drew attention for showing the dramatic fault movement, scientists soon realized it revealed something never captured before: curved fault slip.
Hubble has helped uncover a white dwarf that’s likely the result of two stars crashing together. Carbon traces in its atmosphere tell a story of a cosmic merger, a rare phenomenon previously invisible in ordinary optical light.
Scientists have successfully synthesized methanetetrol, an incredibly unstable and previously elusive compound thought to be a key ingredient in the chemical evolution of life. Described as a "prebiotic concentrate" or even a "prebiotic bomb," this molecule could represent a crucial step in the cosmic recipe for life.
Astronomers have discovered a ghostly, million-light-year-long bridge of stars connecting two massive galaxies within the Abell 3667 cluster, 700 million light-years away. This glowing thread of intracluster light marks the first optical evidence of a cosmic tug-of-war: a rare, aggressive galactic merger where two entire galaxy clusters are colliding and combining.
Astronomers have stumbled upon an incredible cosmic chain reaction: a young star launched a high-speed jet that ignited an explosion, creating a massive bubble in space that is now slamming back into the very star system that birthed it. This startling feedback loop, caught for the first time using ALMA data, may reshape what we know about how stars and planets form, and the volatile environments they endure. Nature, it…
Deep beneath the ocean's surface, a groundbreaking DNA study reveals that the deep sea is far more globally connected than once thought. By analyzing thousands of brittle stars preserved in museum collections, scientists discovered these ancient creatures have silently migrated across the planet's seafloor for millions of years, forming a vast evolutionary network from Iceland to Tasmania.
A prehistoric predator changed its diet and body size during a major warming event 56 million years ago, revealing how climate change can reshape animal behavior, food chains, and survival strategies.
Australian skinks have developed a remarkable genetic defense against venomous snake bites by mutating a key muscle receptor, making them resistant to neurotoxins. These tiny but powerful molecular changes mirror those found in cobra-resistant mammals like mongooses and honey badgers. This evolutionary arms race not only shows how adaptable life can be but also offers exciting possibilities for creating new antivenoms and therapies in human medicine.
Apple snails can fully regrow their eyes, and their genes and eye structures are strikingly similar to humans. Scientists mapped the regeneration process and used CRISPR to identify genes, including pax6, as essential to eye development, raising hopes for future human vision restoration.
An international team of scientists have provided an unprecedented tally of elemental sulfur spread between the stars using data from the Japan-led XRISM (X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission) spacecraft.
This is the first confirmed case of a star that survived an encounter with a supermassive black hole and came back for more. This discovery upends conventional wisdom about such tidal disruption events and suggests that these spectacular flares may be just the opening act in a longer, more complex story.
A long-forgotten fault in Canada's Yukon Territory has just revealed its dangerous potential. Scientists using cutting-edge satellite and drone data discovered that the Tintina fault, previously considered dormant, has produced multiple major earthquakes in the recent geological past and could do so again. These hidden fault lines, now identified near Dawson City, may be capable of triggering devastating quakes over magnitude 7.5, posing a serious threat to communities, infrastructure, and…
Tyrannosaurus rex might be the most famous meat-eater of all time, but it turns out it wasn’t the only way to be a terrifying giant. New research shows that while T. rex evolved a skull designed for bone-crushing bites like a modern crocodile, other massive carnivorous dinosaurs like spinosaurs and allosaurs took a very different route — specializing in slashing and tearing flesh instead.
A group of Chinese scientists has created powerful new tools that allow them to edit large chunks of DNA with incredible accuracy—and without leaving any trace. Using a mix of advanced protein design, AI, and clever genetic tweaks, they’ve overcome major limitations in older gene editing methods. These tools can flip, remove, or insert massive pieces of genetic code in both plants and animals. To prove it works, they engineered…
A new long-necked marine reptile, Plesionectes longicollum, has been identified from a decades-old fossil found in Germany’s Posidonia Shale. The remarkably preserved specimen rewrites part of the Jurassic marine story, revealing unexpected diversity during a time of oceanic chaos. It is now the oldest known plesiosaur from Holzmaden.
In a spectacular image captured by the Hubble Space Telescope, the spiral galaxy NGC 1309 glows with cosmic elegance and hides a strange survivor.
NASA and ISRO have launched NISAR, a groundbreaking radar satellite that will monitor natural disasters and environmental changes across Earth. It can scan land and ice surfaces every 12 days, offering scientists vital data on earthquakes, floods, melting glaciers, and more.
A rare mineral from a 1724 meteorite defies the rules of heat flow, acting like both a crystal and a glass. Thanks to AI and quantum physics, researchers uncovered its bizarre ability to maintain constant thermal conductivity, a breakthrough that could revolutionize heat management in technology and industry.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins have grown a first-of-its-kind organoid mimicking an entire human brain, complete with rudimentary blood vessels and neural activity. This new "multi-region brain organoid" connects different brain parts, producing electrical signals and simulating early brain development. By watching these mini-brains evolve, researchers hope to uncover how conditions like autism or schizophrenia arise, and even test treatments in ways never before possible with animal models.
Glasswing butterflies may all look alike, but behind their transparent wings hides an evolutionary story full of intrigue. Researchers discovered that while these butterflies appear nearly identical to avoid predators, they produce unique pheromones to attract suitable mates from their own species. A massive genetic mapping effort has now revealed six new butterfly species and uncovered a surprisingly high level of chromosomal rearrangement that helps explain why these butterflies evolve…
In a surprising twist of conservation success, a U.S. Air Force bombing range in Florida has become a sanctuary for endangered species like the red-cockaded woodpecker. Michigan State University researchers used decades of monitoring data to study the impact of moving birds from healthier populations to struggling ones. The outcome? A powerful success story showing that with long-term commitment, strategic partnerships, and smart interventions like controlled burns and translocations, even…
NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft just aced a key radar test while flying past Mars, proving its ability to detect structures beneath planetary surfaces—something that couldn’t be tested on Earth. The radar, known as REASON, will eventually be used to explore Europa, an icy moon of Jupiter believed to harbor a subsurface ocean.
An intriguing new study reveals that over 80% of parasites found in the ancient poo of New Zealand’s endangered kākāpō have vanished, even though the bird itself is still hanging on. Researchers discovered this dramatic parasite decline by analyzing droppings dating back 1,500 years, uncovering an unexpected wave of coextinctions that occurred long before recent conservation efforts began. These hidden losses suggest that as we fight to save charismatic species,…
Long before stars lit up the sky, the universe was a hot, dense place where simple chemistry quietly set the stage for everything to come. Scientists have now recreated the first molecule ever to form, helium hydride, and discovered it played a much bigger role in the birth of stars than we thought. Using a special ultra-cold lab setup, they mimicked conditions from over 13 billion years ago and found…
A massive, fast-orbiting planet is inching closer to its star, and scientists now have direct evidence of its impending demise. It could disintegrate, burn up, or be stripped bare, offering rare clues into how planetary systems evolve.
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Every time someone snaps a wildlife photo with iNaturalist, they might be fueling breakthrough science. From rediscovering lost species to helping conservation agencies track biodiversity and invasive threats, citizen observations have become vital tools for researchers across the globe. A new study reveals just how deeply this crowdsourced data is influencing modern ecological science, and how much more it could do.
Plastic pollution is a mounting global issue, but scientists at Washington University in St. Louis have taken a bold step forward by creating a new bioplastic inspired by the structure of leaves. Their innovation, LEAFF, enhances strength, functionality, and biodegradability by utilizing cellulose nanofibers, outperforming even traditional plastics. It degrades at room temperature, can be printed on, and resists air and water, offering a game-changing solution for sustainable packaging.
Astronomers using ALMA have discovered complex organic molecules, including potential precursors to life's building blocks, in the protoplanetary disc of a young star, V883 Orionis. This finding offers a tantalizing glimpse into how life-friendly chemistry may be far more widespread and inherited than previously thought.
A bizarre planet defies cosmic norms: scientists have confirmed a giant planet orbiting in reverse around one star in a close binary system—an arrangement previously thought impossible. Using advanced tools, they discovered the companion star is a faint white dwarf that lost most of its mass billions of years ago. The team now believes this planet may be a rare second-generation world, born from or captured by the debris of…
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has flown closer to the Sun than ever before, offering the first direct glimpse into the turbulent solar atmosphere. Scientists have discovered that a phenomenon called the “helicity barrier” disrupts the way energy is transformed into heat, solving a major puzzle in how the Sun’s corona gets so hot and the solar wind accelerates. This breakthrough helps explain why solar wind protons are hotter than electrons…
Long before evolution equipped them with the right teeth, early humans began eating tough grasses and starchy underground plants—foods rich in energy but hard to chew. A new study reveals that this bold dietary shift happened 700,000 years before the ideal dental traits evolved to handle it.
About 9 million years ago, a wild interspecies fling between tomato-like plants and potato relatives in South America gave rise to one of the world’s most important crops: the potato. Scientists have now traced its roots to a rare natural hybridization that created the tuber, a storage organ that allowed the plant to survive harsh Andean environments and spread rapidly.
A Penn State-led research team has unraveled the long-standing mystery of how lightning begins inside thunderclouds. Their findings offer the first quantitative, physics-based explanation for lightning initiation—and a glimpse into the stormy heart of Earth’s atmosphere.
A jaw-dropping 515-mile lightning bolt lit up the skies from Texas to Kansas City, smashing previous records and reshaping our understanding of extreme weather. Thanks to advanced satellite tech, scientists like Randy Cerveny and Michael Peterson are uncovering the mechanics of "megaflash" lightning—rare, colossal discharges that span hundreds of miles across the sky. These massive bolts, emerging from long-lived, sprawling thunderstorms, pose real danger even when skies seem clear.
Using a powerful mathematical tool, scientists have unveiled the intricate "ringing" of black holes, unlocking patterns missed for decades and laying the groundwork for sharper gravitational wave measurements.
At the edge of two exotic materials, scientists have discovered a new state of matter called a "quantum liquid crystal" that behaves unlike anything we've seen before. When a conductive Weyl semimetal and a magnetic spin ice meet under a powerful magnetic field, strange and exciting quantum behavior emerges—electrons flow in odd directions and break traditional symmetry. These findings could open doors to creating ultra-sensitive quantum sensors and exploring exotic…
A tiny 3 kg detector has made a huge leap in neutrino science by detecting rare CEvNS interactions at a Swiss reactor. This elusive effect, long predicted and hard to measure, was captured with unprecedented clarity. The achievement could kick off a new era of compact, mobile neutrino detectors with powerful applications.
A powerful new synthetic opioid, up to 1000 times stronger than morphine, has emerged in Adelaide’s street drug supply, and researchers are sounding the alarm. Nitazenes, often hidden in heroin or fentanyl, have already caused dozens of deaths in Australia, with most victims unaware they were exposed. Even more concerning, researchers found the sedative xylazine mixed in, echoing deadly drug combinations seen in the U.S.
Ape behavior just got a name upgrade — “scrumping” — and it might help explain why humans can handle alcohol so well. Researchers discovered that African apes regularly eat overripe, fermented fruit off the forest floor, and this habit may have driven key evolutionary adaptations. By naming and classifying this behavior, scientists are hoping to better understand how alcohol tolerance evolved in our ancestors — and how it might have…
Women who drank heavily, even though they strongly wished to avoid pregnancy, were 50% more likely to become pregnant than those who drank little or not at all, according to new research. Surprisingly, cannabis use didn t show the same risk.
Scientists have discovered the oldest direct evidence of betel nut chewing in Southeast Asia by analyzing 4,000-year-old dental plaque from a burial in Thailand. This breakthrough method reveals invisible traces of ancient plant use, suggesting psychoactive rituals were part of daily life long before written records.
A team of scientists has proposed a groundbreaking new theory on the Universe's origins, offering a fresh, radical take on the Big Bang's early moments. Unlike the widely accepted inflationary model, which involves speculative assumptions, the new model starts with the established concept of De Sitter space, aligning with dark energy observations. The scientists believe gravitational waves—ripples in space-time—were the key to seeding the formation of galaxies and cosmic structure,…
In an exciting breakthrough, researchers have identified cancer drugs that might reverse the effects of Alzheimer's disease in the brain. By analyzing gene expression in brain cells, they discovered that some FDA-approved cancer medications could reverse damage caused by Alzheimer's.
Stepping into a virtual forest or waterfall scene through VR could be the future of pain management. A new study shows that immersive virtual nature dramatically reduces pain sensitivity almost as effectively as medication. Researchers at the University of Exeter found that the more present participants felt in these 360-degree nature experiences, the stronger the pain-relieving effects. Brain scans confirmed that immersive VR scenes activated pain-modulating pathways, revealing that our…
A newly mapped neural circuit shows how our skin senses cool temperatures and sends that info to the brain, revealing an unexpected amplifier in the spinal cord and offering insight into cold-related pain.
According to an analysis of the new images from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope, the nucleus of 3I/ATLAS is between 320 m (1,000 feet) and 5.6 km (3.5 miles) across. The post Hubble Captures Most Detailed Images Yet of Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
From 45 online videos representing five different cockatoo species, scientists identified a total of 30 distinct dance movements, 17 of which had not previously been described scientifically. The post Cockatoos Have At Least 30 Different Dance Moves in Their Repertoire, New Study Shows appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Astronomers have identified and measured the most massive black hole to date, which tops out at a mass of 36 billion solar masses. The post Astronomers Discover Most Massive Black Hole Yet appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
The dispersal of archaic hominins beyond mainland Southeast Asia (Sunda) represents the earliest evidence for humans crossing ocean barriers to reach isolated landmasses. The post Mystery Archaic Hominins Lived in Sulawesi 1.04 Million Years Ago appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Astronomers using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope have discovered atmospheric carbon in the long-known ultra-massive white dwarf WD 0525+526. The post Hubble Finds Remnant of White Dwarf Merger 130 Light-Years Away appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
During the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum (PETM), a flesh-eating mesonychid mammal called Dissacus praenuntius responded in a surprising way -- it started eating more bones. The post Fossil Teeth Reveal How Extinct Carnivorous Mammal Adapted to Global Warming 56 Million Years Ago appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Intracluster light is a diffuse glow of stars stripped from galaxies during a galaxy cluster’s formation. The post DECam Captures Elusive Intracluster Light in Galaxy Cluster Abell 3667 appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
While tyrannosaurid dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex had skulls that were optimized for high bite forces, other gigantic carnivorous dinosaurs such as megalosauroids and allosauroids had much weaker bites and instead specialized in slashing and ripping flesh, according to an analysis by University of Bristol paleontologists. The post Gigantic Megalosauroid and Allosauroid Dinosaurs Had Weak Bites, Study Suggests appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Interbreeding between tomato plants and potato-like species from South America about 8-9 million years ago gave rise to the modern-day potato (Solanum tuberosum). The post Potato Evolved from Tomato Plants 8-9 Million Years Ago, New Research Suggests appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Designated Stephenson 2 DFK 52, the newly-discovered red supergiant resides in the massive stellar cluster RSGC2. The post Astronomers Discover Exotic Red Supergiant Star appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Wudingloong wui lived in what is now Yunnan, China, around 200 million years ago (Early Jurassic epoch). The post East Asia’s Oldest Known Sauropodomorph Dinosaur Unearthed in China appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Using two instruments onboard the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have captured new high-resolution images of the planetary nebula NGC 6072. The post Two Stars Contribute to Irregular Shape of NGC 6072, Webb Observations Show appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Paleontologists have identified an unusual new genus and species of early-diverging plesiosauroid plesiosaur from a nearly complete skeleton found in the Lower Jurassic Posidonia Shale of Holzmaden, Germany. The post Paleontologists Unveil New Species of Plesiosaur appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Two new studies by University of Utah researchers provide clues on how to unlock these hibernating abilities, opening the door to someday developing treatments that could reverse neurodegeneration and diabetes. The post Superpowers of Hibernating Animals Could Lie Hidden in Human DNA appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
A striking new image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope shows incredible details in the Tarantula Nebula, a turbulent star-birth region located in the Large Magellanic Cloud. The post Hubble Sees Dusty Clouds in Tarantula Nebula appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Rhynchocephalians -- members of a sister group of squamates (lizards, snakes, and worm lizards) that includes the living tuatara (Sphenodon punctatus) -- from the Late Jurassic Solnhofen Archipelago have been known for almost two centuries. The post Unique Fossil of Juvenile Pleurosaurus Unearthed in Germany appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Australian entomologists have described a spectacular new species of the stick insect genus Acrophylla from two female specimens as well as eggs. The post New Species of Giant Stick Insect Discovered in Australia appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have observed the Hubble Ultra Deep Field (HUDF), an area of deep space with nearly 10,000 galaxies in the constellation Fornax. The post Webb Visits ‘Hubble Ultra Deep Field’ appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Using data from the 10-m space radio telescope RadioAstron and a network of 27 ground-based observatories, astronomers have detected an unusual ribbon-like jet at the core of OJ 287, a galaxy located about 5 billion light-years away in the constellation of Cancer. The post OJ 287 Galaxy Likely Harbors Supermassive Black Hole Binary at Its Center, Observations Suggest appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
Archaeologists have re-examined a 2500-year-old residue found in bronze jars at an underground shrine in Paestum, Italy, previously identified as a wax/fat/resin mixture. The post Bronze Jars Found in Italy Contain 2,500-Year-Old Honey, Archaeologists Find appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.
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