Venus, Moon & Regulus: Stargazing Alignment
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.
Zavacephale rinpoche: New Pachycephalosaur Discovery
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 Cancer: Rising Rates & Research Insights
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: Unlocking Secrets of Aging and Health
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.
Saving Australia’s Angle-Stemmed Myrtle from Extinction
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.
Ancient Mummification: Southeast Asia’s 14,000-Year-Old Tradition
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: Celtic Queen, Roman Revolt, and Burial Mystery
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.
Asteroid Deflection: New System for Earth-Threatening Planets
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.
Pismis 24: Stellar Winds Sculpting a Galactic Dreamscape
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.
Tape’s Micro-Lightning: Driving Chemical Reactions with Triboelectricity
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.
Cosmic Threats: Magnetic Field, Meteorites, and Human Evolution
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?
RBFLOAT: Radio Brightest Flash of All Time Discovered
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.
LSD for Anxiety: Promising Results in Clinical Trials
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: Thumbnails & Evolutionary Success
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.
Macro Photography: Techniques, Tips & Essentials
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!
Hepatitis B Vaccine: Reduces Diabetes Risk?
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.
NGC 6357: Water-Scarce Planet Formation Mystery
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.