NASA’s Solar Sail Propels Space Exploration Forward
In a groundbreaking achievement, NASA has successfully deployed an 80 m2 solar sail into orbit, a concept first envisioned by Arthur C. Clarke 60 years ago.
See Through the Unseen: Making Mouse Skin Transparent
Researchers uncover surprising ability of common food colorant to make mouse skin transparent, revealing internal organs. Intriguing experiment uses chicken breast to achieve similar effect at home.
The Search for Alien Intelligence Goes Galactic
Scientists believe that civilizations at galactic distances could harness an entire star's energy output, ushering in a new era of intergalactic exploration for signs of alien intelligence.
Antimatter Breakthrough: Heaviest Antimatter Nucleus Unveiled
Scientists discovered the heaviest antimatter nucleus ever detected in a particle accelerator.
Light-Based Circuits: A Step Toward Optical Logic Gates
Scientists have made a breakthrough in developing optical logic gates, which could eventually replace traditional electronic circuits.
Your Gut’s Connection to What You Eat
A groundbreaking study has revealed that the food we eat directly influences our microbiome—the collection of bacteria, fungi, and other microbes in our bodies.
AI in Classrooms: A New Era of Learning
This week, 45,000 students in Ottawa will gain access to AI tools for math and essay writing, while teachers will use AI to tailor lesson plans and offer personalized feedback.
Smaller EVs, Bigger Impact: The Case Against Mobesity
The shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is a crucial step in combating climate change, but there's a catch—many new EVs are big, heavy, and resource-intensive.
Citing the Unreliable: A Scientific Crisis
The discovery that many academic papers heavily cite retracted studies is shaking up the scientific community.
Decoding Animal Communication: A Critical Perspective
In a skeptical take on dogs' ability to communicate, the author discusses the limitations of using soundboards and draws parallels to historical cases of animal communication.
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