If Fuji explodes: Japanese civil service simulates disaster in video
Tokyo city authorities have generated an AI-generated video of the aftermath of the Mount Fuji volcanic eruption.
The origin of life: for the first time it was possible to combine RNA and amino acids in the conditions of the ancient Earth
Researchers from University College London have recreated a key stage, in the could have contributed to the emergence of life on Earth almost 4 billion years ago.
Tango of electrons and holes: scientists discover a new state of matter
American researchers from the University of California, Irvine have found a new quantum state of matter, potentially suitable for creating energy-efficient devices.
New dwarf planet found in the solar system, there may be more
American astronomers have discovered a new dwarf planet at the edge of the solar system, which has already been named 2017 OF201.
Scientists study rare objectless dreams: people reach "nirvana" without any spiritual practices
Some people are able to experience lucid dreams without specific content or images. This rare condition may be the key to understanding the very concept of consciousness.
Scientists create solid gold hydride together with diamonds — usually the metal is very inert
An international team of researchers, led by scientists from The US Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, has succeeded in creating a solid binary gold hydride for the first time.
Mathematics says, life should not exist, — research
A recent study, conducted by scientist Robert Endres of Imperial College London, based on mathematical calculations, showed, that chance alone would not have been enough for life to emerge on Earth.
Ozone holes have their advantages: their disappearance accelerates global warming by 40%
British scientists from the University of Reading have found, that ozone depletion is further accelerating global warming.
These five common sleep tips can make insomnia worse
British researchers from the University of London have compiled a list of tips on how to improve your sleep, which can only worsen the situation for people with insomnia.
"Outstanding discovery": exoplanet found for the first time in a multi-ring disk around a star
A team of astronomers, using the Very Large Telescope (VLT) in the Chilean Atacama Desert, has discovered for the first time young exoplanet in a multi-ringed protoplanetary disk around the parent star.
Reading for pleasure has declined by 40% in 20 years, amid the rise of digital entertainment, — study
According to a recent study, conducted by researchers from University of Florida and the University of London, found, that in the United States, the number of people, who enjoy reading books on a daily, basis decreased by 40% between 2003 and 2023.
For the first time in the world, a pig's lungs were transplanted to a human in China
A man from China underwent the first transplantation of a genetically modified pig lung.
James Webb telescope reveals comet 3I/ATLAS for the first time: not a spacecraft, but interesting behavior
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has observed for the first time the mysterious comet 3I/ATLAS, which briefly flew into the solar system.
The Earth is very small: new photo of our planet and the Moon from a distance of 290 million km
NASA space probe “Psyche” on the way to of the asteroid of the same name took interesting images of the Earth and the Moon from a distance of 290 million km.
"Punctum": an unexplained object found, "more powerful" than black holes and the second brightest in the Universe
A group of astronomers from the Institute of Astrophysical Research at the University of Diego Portales in Chile has discovered an extremely powerful one, mysterious object in our neighboring galaxy, called Punctum, is unlike anything scientists have ever encountered before.
Rewrite textbooks: scientists refute 100-year-old rule of chemistry
A team of researchers from University of California, Los Angeles, has created molecules, whose existence was considered impossible, according to the rule Bredt. However, the so-called “anti-Bredt molecules”, as it turned out, may well exist, and Bredt’s rule will now have to be adjusted.
James Webb telescope has discovered 300 impossible objects — too many for current scientific understanding
American astronomers from University of Missouri with the help of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), found about 300 candidates for the role of of early galaxies.
Astronomers discover power source for giant stars
A group of astronomers using a telescope ALMA in Chile has established, how massive stars form when their own powerful radiation should destroy the incoming matter.
Scientists have found out which exercise improves sleep the most
Chinese researchers from Harbin University of Sports found, that exercise have the best effect on sleep.
"Blood Moon" on September 7 — when you can see a total or partial eclipse
On the night of September 7-8, our planet will pass between the Sun and the full Moon in the second and last total lunar eclipse of the year.
One third of office workers would rather clean the toilet, than ask colleagues for help, — study
According to a study, conducted by the American consulting company Pryority Group, almost one in three US office workers surveyed admitted, that they would rather clean toilets, than ask their colleagues for help.
Hair products pollute lungs worse than car exhaust, — study
American engineers from Purdue University’s research has found, that thermal hair styling contributes to the release of billions of nanoparticles that directly settle in the lungs.
Scientists create synthetic E. coli with minimal genome
A group of researchers from the Medical Research Council’s Laboratory of Molecular Biology in the UK has created a synthetic E. coli bacterium Escherichia coli, using only 57 of the 64 “codons” in the genome.
Scientists create synthetic E. coli with minimal genome
A group of researchers from the Medical Research Council’s Laboratory of Molecular Biology in the UK has created a synthetic E. coli bacterium, using only 57 of the 64 “codons” in the genome.
There is no such thing on Earth: the alien mineral has unique physical properties
In a new study, an international team of researchers described unusual properties sample silicon tridymite — an extraterrestrial form of silicon dioxide, obtained from a meteorite that fell in Germany in 1724.
Toothpaste for hair and nails works better than fluoride, — study
British researchers from King’s College London have found, that keratin, which is found in animal nails, hair and wool, is better restores tooth enamel and prevents tooth decay than traditional fluoride-based toothpastes.
18-year study reveals the origin of tsunamis
American scientists from the Georgia Institute of Technology have established the mechanism of formation of giant destructive tsunamis.
Diabetic patient starts producing insulin on his own after implantation of genetically modified cells
A man from type 1 diabetes mellitus became the world’s first patient to start producing his own insulin after transplantation of genetically modified cells.
"Ozempik and other weight loss drugs cause sudden vision loss, — study
A number of recent studies indicate that popular weight loss drugs such as “Ozempik, Vegovi and Mounjaro, also known as semaglutide and tirzepatide, can cause an increased risk of eye diseases and even lead to vision loss.
Jellyfish take over NPP in France: clogged cooling filters lead to reactor shutdown
A flock of jellyfish in the north of France led to the shutdown of the Gravlin NPP, clogging the cooling filters.
Don't like music? Scientists have found out why
A group of Spanish researchers from the University of Barcelona has found out why some people do not receive no positive impressions, listening to music.
NASA's spacecraft to search for water on the Moon lost a day after launch
NASA lost contact with the Lunar Trailblazer lunar vehicle, designed to mapping of places with water on the Earth’s satellite, and officially announced the completion of the mission.
Perseids in Ukraine: how to see a star shower on the night of August 13
Every year in mid-August, Ukrainians have the opportunity to observe the amazing phenomenon of the Perseid meteor shower.
A male birth control pill without side effects has passed human trials
Pharmaceutical startup YourChoice Therapeutics is conducting clinical trials of the male contraceptive YCT-529, which seems to have no side effects.
"JWST's most significant discovery": James Webb telescope finds planet near the closest star to the Sun
Astronomers using the James Webb telescope have obtained a possible image of a mysterious planet near Alpha Centauri A —, a Sun-like star in the constellation Alpha Centauri.
Medical care without a doctor: NASA and Google test AI assistant for long-distance space missions
The further and longer people travel in space, the more difficult it is to maintain their health. On the International Space Station, astronauts have direct communication with Mission Control, regular supplies of medicines, and the opportunity to return to Earth in six months. But with the launch of long-duration flight programs planned by NASA…
What will happen if everyone on Earth turns on the lights at the same time, — Smithsonian researcher
An American researcher from Smithsonian Institution Harold Wallace asked an interesting question about what would happen if all the people on the planet turned on the lights at the same time.
Groups of "scientists" publish thousands of fake articles, — research
Research by an American scientist Luis Amaral of University of Northwestern indicates the existence of a wide international network of science fraudsters.
NASA finds "coral" billions of years old on Mars
NASA’s Curiosity rover sends photos to Earth an unusual object, that looks like a piece of coral.
The secret life of scientists in Antarctica: two-thirds have faced harassment and violence
According to the results of a survey commissioned by The US National Science Foundation, about 40% of employees surveyed at US Antarctic research bases, had experienced sexual harassment or violence in the last 2 years.
Blood of long-livers is significantly different, — study
Swedish scientists from the Karolinska Institutet have discovered differences in the blood of long-lived people.
Civilization is doomed to self-destruction led by narcissistic leaders, — new book by Cambridge researcher
In his new book titled “The Curse of Goliath” researcher at the Center for the Study of Existential Risk in Cambridge Luke Kemp argues, that narcissistic political leaders move humanity towards self-destruction.
Earth, Mars, Venus and an unknown planet harmoniously "waltzed" around the Sun, — modeling based on exoplanet observations
Chinese researchers have found, that four planets of the Earth group in the solar system, including the Earth and a long-lost planet, were probably formed by orbiting a parent star in a certain rhythm.
The land is greening and the oceans are dying: scientists have discovered a global redistribution of life
American researchers have found that in the period from 2003 to 2021 the ability of plants on land to absorb CO₂ through photosynthesis has increased in the face of a warming climate.
All optimists are the same, all pessimists are different, — research
Japanese neuroscientists have found in a new study, that brain activity optimistic people are very similar to each other. Meanwhile, neural patterns of less optimistic people are more diverse.
More space for aliens: new theory expands the boundaries of extraterrestrial life
Researchers from The Center for Astrophysics and Space Sciences at New York University in Abu Dhabi has proposed a new theory, that expands the search for extraterrestrial life forms.
Scientists recreated the first chemical reaction in the Universe
German researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics in Heidelberg recreated the first chemical reaction in the Universe, which took place after the Big Bang, about 13.8 billion years ago.
"X-Men" in reality: scientists have found genes that give additional abilities
American researchers have found special genes in hibernating animals that regulate their metabolism and reduce energy consumption.
Without a clear return date: Crew-11 astronauts went to the ISS amid NASA's financial problems
On Friday, the Crew-11 manned mission was launched from NASA’s KSC in Florida. Four astronauts headed to the International Space Station, where they plan to spend six to eight months. However, due to budget cuts initiated by Donald Trump, the astronauts do not have a clear understanding of when they will return to Earth.
Peacock's tail hides laser, — research
American researchers have discovered nanostructures in peacock feathers that align and scatter light, similar to laser beams.
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