Astronomers Baffled by a Mysterious Object in the “Mass Gap” Between Neutron Stars and Black Holes
Researchers from the Max Planck Institute in Germany have spotted an unknown object in the mass gap between neutron stars and black holes.
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These Pests Have Evolved a Resistance to Farming Insecticide, New Study Reveals
Researchers have documented the first-ever case of insecticide resistance in field-collected populations of a bluegreen aphid.
Japanese Startup Testing Ground-Based Fusion Laser in Pioneering Effort to Combat Space Debris and Orbital Threats
A Japanese start-up is planning to test a ground-based fusion laser to combat the growing threat of space debris.
Northwestern Researchers Invent an Incredible Power-Generating Fuel Cell That Runs on Dirt
Engineers have created an innovative fuel cell that runs on dirt by capitalizing on the novel power-generating capabilities of microbes.
Groundbreaking New Study Reveals Origins of Intense Unexplained Phenomena Caused by Supermassive Black Holes
New simulations have replicated a phenomenon associated with supermassive black holes, revealing something as yet unknown to astronomers.
Organized Crime is Leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Cryptocurrencies, Concerning New UN Report Says
New UN report says organized crime has turned to AI and cryptocurrencies to stay ahead of the curve, and the law.
High Science: Researchers Figure out How Vaping Cannabis Gives You the Munchies
Researchers say they have figured out why vaping cannabis can trigger an increase in appetite often referred to as "the munchies."
Misinformation and Disinformation the Biggest Short-Term Threat to Global Stability, Warns Latest Davos Report
WEF's 2024 Global Threats Report identifies misinformation and disinformation as the top global risk, highlighting urgent need for action.
U.S. Space Force Orders Advanced Space Simulation Program from Microsoft, But Classification Limits Details
The United States Space Force has charged Microsoft with designing a cutting-edge space simulation program to train Guardians.
Moon Rock Mystery is Finally Solved, Shedding Light on Curious Phenomena Deep Within the Lunar Interior
A longstanding Moon rock mystery has finally been solved, according to new research that is revealing the process behind their formation, one that has long eluded lunar scientists.
Sleep or Die: The Mystery of Why Humans Need Sleep May Have Finally Been Solved
By combining the disciplines of physics and biology, researchers say they may have finally figured out why humans need to sleep.
First Ever Earth-sized Planet Orbiting a Sun-Like Star Has Been Discovered Lurking in Our Solar Back Yard
Astronomers are reporting the first discovery of an Earth-sized planet orbiting a sun-like star, and its only 73 light years away.
Discovery of Mysterious ‘Big Ring” Megastructure Challenges Our Current Understanding of the Universe
A recent discovery of a second ultra-large structure dubbed the "Big Ring" challenges long-held assumptions about the universe's structure.
DARPA’s Mysterious X-Plane Will Revolutionize Flight by Breaking This Century-Old Aviation Design Paradigm
DARPA is set to revolutionize flight with its experimental X-plane, upending a century of flight with an aircraft featuring no moving control surfaces.
NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Aircraft is Unveiled During Historic Ceremony at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works
On Friday, the X-59 Quesst supersonic aircraft was unveiled to the public at Lockheed Martin’s iconic Skunk Works facility in Palmdale, California.
Landmark Dark Energy Study Is Complicating Our View of the Universe, but Offers New Insights on Cosmic Expansion
A landmark new study based on the results of the Dark Energy Survey (DES) is complicating our understanding of the cosmos, but offers promising new insights into the accelerating expansion of the universe.
2,500-Year-Old Network of ‘Elusive’ Ancient Roads Found Hidden Deep within the Amazon Rainforest
A team of archaeologists say they have discovered a complex network of ancient roads hidden deep within the Amazon.
Want to Visit an Exoplanet? Make Sure You Check Out This Travel Calculator
The Exoplanet Travel Planner Calculator is your next essential tool for that trip to another planet. Kinda.
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen UAP Reporting from Civilian Pilots and Aviation Personnel
A new bill, the 'Safe Airspace for Americans Act' aims to encourage reports of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) from pilots.
Next Generation Blue Light LED Could Promote Sleepiness or Wakefulness on Demand
New blue light operating at a different wavelength could help promote wakefulness and sleepiness at the touch of a button.
Scientists Tested Ancient Mud Bricks Using This Novel Technique. What They Found May Confirm a Violent Event Described in the Bible.
New study uses thermal demagnetization to verify a biblical account, showing groundbreaking insights into ancient technology.
5,000 Years Ago, Human Migrations Altered European DNA Making It More Susceptible to Disease
New research just identified the source of several neurodegenerative diseases including multiple sclerosis, and how an ancient migration brought it to Europe.
James Webb Space Telescope Detects Anomalous Emissions Coming from Mysterious Isolated Space Object
In an unexpected discovery, the James Webb Space Telescope has detected a distant brown dwarf that appears to be producing infrared emissions from methane.
What We Know About the ‘Anomaly’ That Prematurely Ended the Peregrine Moon Lander Mission Carrying Human Remains
An anomaly brought the first attempted soft landing of a spacecraft on the Moon in more than 50 years to a premature end yesterday.
Data Solutions Provider TELUS International is Paying $50 for Images of Kids to Train Google’s AI
Google and TELUS International have collaborated to collect biometric data from children for age verification purposes to train their facial recognition software.
Vulcan Centaur Rocket Launch Positions ULA as Newest Challenge to Space X Amid Payload Controversy
The inaugural launch of ULA's Vulcan Centaur rocket on Monday marked a new milestone in the growing commercial space industry.
Scientists Have Solved This Anti-Gravity Mystery While Confirming New Form of Magnetic Levitation
Scientists solve anti-gravity mystery that challenged classical physics and potentially transforms magnetic levitation technologies.
NASA Satellite Images Have Revealed Something Curious in the Skies Above Russia’s Eastern Coast
NASA satellite images obtained late last year captured an unusual occurrence in the skies off the coast of eastern Russia.
NASA Will Debut Its Mysterious X-59 ‘Quiet’ Supersonic Aircraft at Famous Lockheed Martin Skunk Works Facility Next Week
NASA has announced its plans to unveil its ultra-quiet X-59 supersonic aircraft next week, the American space agency said in a statement on Friday.
“Synthetically-Generated Genomically Targeted Plagues” Will Be the Future of Warfare, says New Defense Report
In a new report, researchers explored the potential for engineered pathogens to become instruments of warfare.
DARPA Research Leads to Groundbreaking Discovery in Quantum Computing, Developing the World’s First Logical Qubit Circuit
Harvard and DARPA create the first circuit with logical qubits, revolutionizing quantum computing possibilities.
‘Laser Scarecrows’ Are a 21st-Century Solution to an Ancient Problem
Scientist from the University of Florida have created laser scarecrows, offering a 21st-century solution to an ancient problem.
This Life-Supporting Component Enabled One of Humanity’s Earliest Innovations. Now It May Be the Key to Finding Intelligent Extraterrestrials.
New research could redefine our search for intelligent extraterrestrials by focusing on the role of oxygen in the development of technology.
AI Researchers Developed a New “Jailbreak” Method to Test ChatGPT’s Defenses. Here’s What They Found.
A study pitted a specialized AI against common LLM chatbots like ChatGPT and Bard in an attempt to break down their defense mechanisms.
Perception of Time Can Dramatically Alter This Crucial Biological Process, New Study Reveals
Harvard researchers reveal that a person's perception of time may directly affect how fast their wounds may heal.
Scientists Have Detected Something Migrating Under Arctic Ice. Now They’re Worried About What May Happen If It Escapes.
Beneath permafrost on a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, scientists in Svalbard have detected something they say could potentially impact the environment if it escapes.
Reefer Madness: New Research Reveals These Key Concerns About the Hidden Risks of Marijuana Use
New research is revealing why some scientists are concerned about the long-term effects of increased marijuana use.
Revolutionary Electrospray Propulsion System Powered by Nanotech May Be Ready to Power Small Spacecraft by the End of 2024
The ESA is producing a new electrospray propulsion system for small spacecraft that is small enough to fit into the palm of your hand.
Astronomers May Have Figured Out How to Detect Liquid Water and Life on Exoplanets
A novel technique to locate planets that could potentially harbor life uses an analysis of carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in their atmospheres.
The James Webb Space Telescope Has Changed Our View of the Cosmos in 2023. Here Are Some of This Year’s Best Images and Greatest Discoveries.
Here are some of the key discoveries made in 2023 by the James Webb Space Telescope that are expanding our view of the cosmos.
1,200-Year-Old Artifacts Depicting Cosmogonic Myth of Creation Point to Unknown Pagan Cult
Archeologists have discovered a set of 1,200-year-old belt fittings depicting symbols associated with a cosmogonic myth of creation that may point to an unknown medieval pagan cult.
The Top 5 Science and Tech Topics That Make 2023 a Year to Remember
A quick top 5 list of some of our favorite stories, scientific movements, and technological developments from 2023.
Revealed: Science Offers The Surprising Truth Behind Football’s Home-Field Advantage
Explore the intriguing role of home-field advantage in football with groundbreaking scientific insights.
This Startup is Developing a Fusion Propulsion Drive for Deep Space Travel That Could Reach Mars in Just Two Months
A startup founded in 2018 is developing a fusion propulsion drive poised to transform space travel, and it can go really freaking fast.
Scientists Locate Hidden ‘Alien’ World Previously Unknown to Science in One of Earth’s Most Extreme Regions
An ecosystem scientists are calling an “alien” environment has been revealed in one of the most remote and arid regions of the world, a discovery that could shed light on the origins of life on Earth and how exotic life forms on other planets may come to exist.
Forget About OLEDs. The Department of Energy Is Funding the Development of PHOLEDs
Department of Energy-funded research shows phosphorescent organic light-emitting diodes or PHOLEDs can last long enough for commercial use.
Machine Learning Breakthrough Creates First Ever Automated AI Scientist
Researchers have built an artificial intelligence called Coscientist that can autonomously develop scientific research and experimentation.
NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter Has Captured Images of Something Odd Carved into the Martian Landscape
NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter recently captured images of an odd-looking series of ridged lines carved into the landscape of the Red Planet, the U.S. space agency recently announced.
Record-Setting NASA Laser Experiment Beams Ultra-High-Definition Video to Earth from 19 Million Miles Away
A NASA laser experiment has successfully beamed ultra-high-definition streaming video to Earth from a distance of 19 million miles away.
James Webb Space Telescope Spots ‘Unusual’ and ‘Enigmatic’ Features on Ice Giant Uranus
NASA has released stunning new imagery of the ice giant Uranus captured by its premiere space observatory, the James Webb Space Telescope.