Scientists reclassify Blackbrookia fossils as Lydonia jiggamintia, a possible early Precambrian animal resembling a sponge. Named after a punk rocker, it offers insights into early life and filter feeding.
Science reveals how rewards, especially for animals, enhance memory recall. Research shows pairing weak memories with strong ones aids retention. Big events excite the mind, boosting new memory formation. Supporting climate journalism is also mentioned.
Personality isn't fixed! Introversion/extroversion are malleable. Pandemic & self-image impact traits. Embrace change for better well-being & social life. Break free from labels for growth.
Quantum Motion unveils a silicon qubit quantum computer, leveraging standard manufacturing for scalability. Achieves high precision with 2-qubit gateways, paving the way for robust, mass-producible quantum computing.
Scientists explore if exploding primordial black holes could be the source of record-breaking high-energy neutrinos detected on Earth. The theory links to dark matter and Hawking's leaky black hole concept.
See Venus, the crescent Moon, and Regulus align before sunrise. A rare naked-eye stargazing opportunity! Best views from eastern North America. Look east-northeast.
Palaeontologists discovered Zavacephale rinpoche, a new pachycephalosaur species, in Mongolia's Gobi Desert. This early Cretaceous dinosaur lived ~108 million years ago and is the most complete specimen found.
Early onset cancers are rising, especially in younger adults. Research explores causes like diet, genetics, and environmental factors to improve screenings and early detection for better outcomes.
Brain age research shows promise in understanding healthy aging and links to diseases like Alzheimer's. Lifestyle factors like smoking, BMI, and education impact brain age. Monitoring can help identify risks.
Scientists are cryopreserving the angle-stemmed myrtle to protect it from habitat loss, myrtle rust, and climate change. Preserving genetic diversity is key for future survival and potential resurrection.
Research reveals 14,000-year-old mummification traditions in Southeast Asia, predating other known practices. Smoked, flexed remains link early hunter-gatherers to modern customs in New Guinea and Australia.
Boudica, queen of the Iceni, led a revolt against Roman rule in Britain. Despite her defeat, she became a British heroine. Her burial location remains a mystery, sparking 19th-century speculation.
New system uses DART mission data to calculate the best impact location on Earth-threatening asteroids, minimizing the risk of gravitational keyholes. Apophis' 2029 flyby is a safe test.
JWST reveals Pismis 24 in the Lobster Galaxy: Powerful stellar winds and UV radiation from massive young stars sculpt gas and dust, birthing new stars in a cosmic nursery. Colors reveal gas density and starlight.
Peeling tape generates high voltage via triboelectricity, creating 'micro-lightning' that can drive chemical reactions. This green chemistry method could replace toxic chemicals by using static electricity.
Explore cosmic threats to Earth, including magnetic field flips, meteorite impacts, and supernovae, and their potential impact on human evolution and Neanderthal extinction. Were ancient humans affected?
Astronomers have detected RBFLOAT, a powerful FRB (Fast Radio Burst) traced to a galaxy in Ursa Major. The signal, twice as intense as previous FRBs, may be linked to a magnetar system. CHIME played a key role.
Clinical trials show LSD may offer quick anxiety relief, with higher doses yielding significant improvements over placebo. FDA fast-tracks LSD formula development for anxiety treatment. Larger trials are underway.
Rodents' evolutionary success may stem from thumbnails aiding in food manipulation, enabling them to access nuts and seeds. Study examines thumb structure across 425+ species. Science journalism support needed.
Explore macro photography: ethical considerations, essential gear (macro lens, filters), focusing techniques, depth of field, lighting and finding subjects in your backyard. Capture stunning close-up shots!
Study reveals hepatitis B vaccine linked to a 15% lower diabetes risk, especially type 2, regardless of hepatitis B infection. Vaccine may reduce chronic inflammation affecting blood sugar regulation.
Scientists are puzzled by the lack of water in planet-forming disks in NGC 6357. JWST and upgraded observatories are crucial to understanding the role of carbon dioxide and UV radiation in Earth-like world formation.
Use paper chromatography to separate leaf pigments. Discover how solvents and paper interactions reveal vibrant colors. See color molecules' movement based on their properties. Learn about pigment types and autumn colors.
New research suggests that the remains of ancient protoplanets may be hidden deep within Mars' mantle. NASA's InSight lander data reveals structures formed by impacts 4.5 billion years ago.
