The Mystery of Water—and Potentially Life—on Ancient Mars May Have Just Been Solved
Harvard scientists studying the mystery of water and life on ancient Mars believe they may have finally found a solution.
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Meteorites Provide Clues to Mystery of Missing Elements on Earth and Mars
New research on meteorites may finally hold the answers to why Earth and Mars suffer from a mysterious absence of specific elements.
Strange Transformation of Earth’s Inner Core Revealed in New Findings That ‘Confounded’ Scientists
Earth's inner core may have changed shape, according to researchers studying unknown transformations deep within the planet.
Quantum Computers Simulate Particle Creation in an Expanding Universe
Researchers have successfully simulated particle creation in an expanding universe using IBM's advanced quantum computers.
Rising Temperatures Could Make One-Third of the Planet Uninhabitable, Alarming New Study Says
Climate change could cause a third of the planet to become inhospitable to vulnerable populations, according to alarming new research.
New Study Reveals How Music Eases Pain—But Only at the Right Tempo
Music is known to have therapeutic properties, but new research suggests that its ability to alleviate pain depends on one key factor: tempo.
Lasers and Space-Time-Separated Atomic Clocks Reveal New Secrets About Dark Matter
An innovative approach in the search for dark matter using space/time-separated atomic clocks and lasers has yielded tantalizing results.
Meet the Worldwide Sisterhood of Citizen Scientists Determining What Makes a Healthy Vaginal Microbiome
An international team of scientists is helping to identify how vaginal microbiomes vary across cultures and continents.
Could Microbial Movement Help Scientists Unlock the Mystery of Life on Mars?
Chemotaxis, a process for chemically inducing movement in an organism, may be a crucial tool in the search for extraterrestrial life, German researchers say.
Could a Bennu-Sized Asteroid Wipe Out Humanity? New Study Reveals Shocking Aftermath of Impact
New research reveals the shocking aftermath following the impact of Bennu-like asteroid on Earth.
Look: NASA’s High-Tech Radar Captures Escalating Landslide Activity Near Los Angeles
The landslide area in California’s Palos Verdes Peninsula is rapidly expanding due to dramatic weather events, says the NASA data.
New Study Reveals Hidden Role of Quantum Mechanics in Photosynthesis, a Potential Breakthrough For Clean Energy
New research reveals the hidden role quantum mechanics plays in photosynthesis, opening the door for breakthroughs in clean energy.
Scientists Have Discovered a New Method of Tracking Mysterious “Dark Excitons”
An international research team has made a discovery that reveals a new method to track the behavior of "dark excitons."
Could Your Voice Reveal Insights Into Your Mental Health? New Screening Tools are Making it Possible
Researchers have developed an automated screening tool that can reliably diagnose mental health issues using voice analysis.
Online Conspiracies Linked an Iranian Earthquake to a Secret Atomic Bomb Test. These Seismologists Said Otherwise.
Johns Hopkins University Scientists have debunked misinformation claiming that an Iranian earthquake resulted from a secret atomic bomb test.
NASA Launching ‘Blue Ghost’ Spacecraft to Investigate Mysterious Domes on the Moon
NASA is working with Firefly Aerospace to construct the Blue Ghost 3 mission to investigate mysterious moon domes.
New “Thermogalvanic” Cells Show 70% Increase in Cooling Power, Chinese Scientists Claim
Chinese scientists claim their newly designed "thermogalvanic" cells that use an electrochemical reaction for cooling are 70% more powerful.
New Strain of Rice Could Slash Methane Emissions by 70% Without Sacrificing Yields
Researchers have discovered how to significantly reduce methane emissions from rice fields without compromising crop yields.
Cold War Radioactive Dust is Still Circulating in European Air, Alarming New Research Reveals
Radioactive dust left over from Cold War Nuclear experiments is still wafting through European air
The Gut May be the Missing Link Between Sugary Drinks and Diabetes
A new study suggests that the answer to what links drinking sugary drinks with an increased risk of diabetes may lie in our gut microbiome.
“Wild” Theory Behind Who—or What—Dug These Mysterious Ancient Amazon Caves
An international team of researchers has suggested a "wild" new theory to explain the creation of these mysterious ancient Amazon caves.
Neuralink Marks One Year Since First Human Brain Chip Implant, Expands Trials to Miami
Elon Musk's Neuralink celebrates the anniversary of its first human implant as it moves toward the beginning of its brain-chip trials expanding to Miami.
Scientists Find Something Totally Unexpected Hidden Under Six North American Volcanoes
Cornell University scientists studying six North American volcanoes within the Cascade Range found something totally unexpected underneath.
Scientists Create First-Ever Mouse With Two Fathers Using Stem Cell Technology
Using cutting-edge stem cell technology, a team of scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) recently created a mouse with two biological Scientists from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have successfully created a mouse with two fathers..
From Westeros to Physics: George R. R. Martin’s ‘Wild Cards’ Alien Virus Explored Through Science
A recent study explores the physics behind George R. R. Martin's "Wild Cards" alien virus, blending science with science fiction.
Mysterious Orbs of Light Have Been Seen Near This Southeastern Town for Decades. Scientists Think They May Finally Have an Explanation.
Mysterious orbs of light seen for many decades by residents near Summerville, South Carolina, could finally have an explanation, linking the unusual observations to seismic phenomena.
Mysterious Object Orbiting Earth May Have Come from the Moon, Investigation Reveals
An unusual looking 33-foot-long object discovered orbiting Earth last year may have come from a surprising place.
The X Factor: Study Reveals How Your Mother’s X Chromosome Could Impact Cognitive Health in Aging
New research is offering deeper insights into the role of the active X chromosome and its effects on brain health.
Scientists Unveil Brain-Computer Interface Allowing Users To Fly a Virtual Drone With Their Mind
Researchers unveil brain-computer interface that allows one to control a virtual drone using only their mind.
Communities Impacted by Mass Shootings See a Rise in Alcohol Consumption, Study Reveals
A new study highlights a correlation between increased alcohol sales in communities and the aftermath of gun violence.
Romanian Fossil Discovery Pushes Earliest Known Hominin Presence in Europe Back to 1.95 Million Years
Scientists have uncovered evidence showing a hominin presence in Europe, half-a-million years earlier than previously thought.
Public Trust in Science Remains Strong Amid Concerns Over Focus on Defense Research
New research has revealed that public trust in science is on the rise internationally, along with concerns about the focus of industries and research science is prioritizing.
Scientists Complete First Comprehensive Map of Human DNA Recombination
Scientists reveal new insights into the hidden processes driving human genetic variation with the first complete human DNA recombination map.
Scientists Tap Earth’s Natural Chemistry to Create Cleaner Fertilizer
Scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have discovered a way to produce ammonia—a key ingredient in fertilizers—by harnessing the Earth’s own heat and chemical reactions.
Researchers Reveal Chimpanzees Engage in “Contagious Urination”
A new study published in Current Biology has uncovered a peculiar social behavior in chimpanzees that experts call “contagious urination.”
Scientists Deploy Advanced Metamaterials and Injection Molding to Create Artificial Meat
A new variety of artificial meat has been created by an Israeli-based research team using metamaterials and injection molding technology.
Could the Origin of Consciousness Soon Be Explained? Scientists Propose Bold Experiment with Quantum Computers
New research suggests that humanity may soon find an answer to one of its oldest and most profound questions: what is consciousness?
Researchers Are Engineering Bacteria to Help Break Down Microplastics in the Fight Against Pollution
Canadian researchers are now engineering bacteria to help tackle the growing environmental impact of microplastics.
This Paper Thin, Flexible Tool Could Be a Game-Changer for Satellite Technology
A new advancement in satellite technology is making space tools lighter, more adaptable, and more resilient.
NASA “Blue Lurker” Discovery Sheds light on the Secrets of Triple-Star Evolution in M67
NASA has identified a rare and unusual "blue lurker" star that was produced during the collapse of a triple-star system in the M67 star cluster.
Colossal Secures $200M, Advancing De-Extinction Science That Soon Could Resurrect the Woolly Mammoth
Colossal, a leading Texas-based biosciences company working to combat environmental dangers and revive extinct species, has reached a new funding milestone that it says will accelerate its pioneering de-extinction efforts and advancements in genetic engineering.
Elon Musk Claims Neuralink’s Third Implant Is a Success, But Controversy Over Animal Testing and Health Issues Raises Doubts
Elon Musk says the third implant of Neuralink's brain chip was successful amid growing concerns over animal testing and health complications.
NASA Satellites Capture “Ghost Island” Appearing and Vanishing in the Caspian Sea
NASA satellites record Earth's awesome power by showing the sudden emergence and disappearance of a "ghost island" in the Caspian Sea.
Time Travel Paradoxes Solved? New Study Shows How Quantum Mechanics Prevents Changing the Past
New research provides a solution to time travel paradoxes by demonstrating that quantum mechanics prevents one from ever changing the past.
Mysterious and Vibrantly Colorful, This Newly Discovered Species May Already Be Living in Your Aquarium
A previously unrecognized aquatic species has been discovered in an unlikely place... and you may already have one living in your aquarium.
Your Morning Coffee Ritual Could Help You Live Longer, New Study Suggests
Avid morning coffee drinkers have a lower risk of dying than those who drink it all day, according to new research.
Mystical Feelings of Awe Amplify Ketamine’s Antidepressant Effects, Research Reveals
New research involving ketamine continues show that having a mystical experience is key to the effectiveness of psychedelic therapy.
Why Are We Fascinated With Stories About Serial Killers? New Research May Offer Answers
Sociologists from HSE University in Russia are unraveling why true crime stories of serial killers fascinate us so much.
Mysterious Submerged ‘Lost World’ Discovered Beneath the Pacific Ocean Stumps Scientists
An international team of geophysicists says it has discovered evidence of a "lost world" hidden beneath the Western Pacific Ocean.
Finding Love on the Spectrum: UCLA Launches New Dating Research Program for Adults with Autism
In a new effort that aims to help autistic adults find love, UCLA Health has launched a new research study called PEERS for Dating.