Moon Landings May Threaten Evidence of Life's Origins
Experts caution that upcoming lunar missions could compromise vital evidence related to the origins of life on Earth.
Editorial Staff Jul 14
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Juno's Ingenious Design Protects It from Jupiter's Harsh Radiation
The Juno spacecraft cleverly shields its electronic systems from Jupiter's intense radiation by encasing them in a heavy titanium vault.
Editorial Staff Jul 14
Russia to Launch NASA Astronaut and Two Cosmonauts to ISS on July 14
NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts will launch toward the International Space Station atop a Russian rocket on July 14. Watch it live!
Editorial Staff Jul 13
Mysterious Exoplanets May Feature Vaporized Rock Clouds and Magma Oceans
Recent studies suggest that Sub-Neptune exoplanets could possess atmospheres dense enough to vaporize rock, creating clouds that trap heat and lead to scorching magma oceans on their surfaces.
Editorial Staff Jul 13
New Insights into Common Planet Types in the Milky Way
Recent studies reveal that the most common planets in our galaxy may not resemble those in our solar system, being larger than Earth and smaller than Neptune, with mysterious atmospheres.
Editorial Staff Jul 13
ESA Launches New Initiative for UK Space and Defence
During a visit to the UK’s largest space cluster, King Charles III inaugurated a new initiative aimed at advancing the space and defence sectors.
Editorial Staff Jul 13
90% of Hard Cheese in the U.S. Now Made with Vat-Grown Enzyme
The cheese industry has seen a significant shift as genetically engineered chymosin replaces traditional calf-stomach rennet in hard cheese production.
Editorial Staff Jul 13
Volcanic Activity in Siberia Triggered Earth's Most Severe Mass Extinction 252 Million Years Ago
Research reveals that extensive volcanic eruptions in Siberia contributed to the end-Permian extinction, leading to the loss of 90% of marine species due to climate changes and massive carbon emissions.
Editorial Staff Jul 13
Study Links Coastal Proximity to Improved Health in England
A 2012 study reveals that communities near the coast in England report better general health, especially in deprived areas, with later research supporting mental health benefits.
Editorial Staff Jul 12
Sigmund Freud's Reflection on the Beauty of Struggle
In a poignant quote, Sigmund Freud suggests that the struggles we face in life will ultimately reveal their beauty in hindsight.
Editorial Staff Jul 12
Rethinking Loneliness: How Design Shapes Social Connections in America
This article examines the role of suburban design and architecture in fostering loneliness, suggesting that the issue may stem more from our environment than from individual social skills.
Editorial Staff Jul 12
Exploring Titan's Unique Methane Rivers and Lakes
Saturn's moon Titan showcases a fascinating hydrological cycle with rivers and lakes of methane, mirroring Earth's systems in a frigid environment.
Editorial Staff Jul 12
The olm salamander: A remarkable creature of Slovenian caves
The olm salamander, a blind and pale amphibian, can survive for a decade without food and lives over 100 years in the dark caves of Slovenia.
Editorial Staff Jul 12
Understanding Earth's History Through a Calendar Year
By compressing Earth's 4.5 billion-year history into a single calendar year, we can visualize the brief moments of human existence and the advent of agriculture.
Editorial Staff Jul 12
James Webb Space Telescope Captures Early Galaxy Collisions
Recent observations by the James Webb Space Telescope have revealed at least five galaxies colliding just 800 million years after the Big Bang, indicating a more chaotic early universe than previously thought.
Editorial Staff Jul 11
Parabilis Develops Hybrid Propulsion System for Maneuverable Cubesats
Parabilis is advancing its hybrid engine technology for small satellites with support from the Space Force, aiming to improve maneuverability for cubesats.
Editorial Staff Jul 11
New Zealand's Whanganui River Granted Legal Personhood in Landmark Decision
In a groundbreaking decision, New Zealand's Parliament has granted legal personhood to the Whanganui River, acknowledging its significance to the Māori people and their culture.
Editorial Staff Jul 11
China's Economic Rise: A Journey from the Netherlands to a Global Leader
China's economic journey from 1980 to 2023 showcases a remarkable transformation, evolving from a nation with an economy the size of the Netherlands to a powerhouse contributing 18% of global production.
Editorial Staff Jul 11
Fossils Discovered at Mount Everest's Summit Indicate Ancient Oceanic Origins
Recent findings reveal that the summit of Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth, was once part of an ancient ocean floor, with fossils of marine life discovered just below the peak.
Editorial Staff Jul 11
Scott Kelly's Year in Space: Telomeres Lengthen and Chromosome Damage Observed
Astronaut Scott Kelly's 340 days aboard the ISS led to unexpected changes in his telomeres, raising questions about the effects of long-duration spaceflight on human biology.
Editorial Staff Jul 11