The Phantom Galaxy: a Hubble and James Webb collaboration
A collaboration of the two greatest telescopes has resulted in this stunning image of the phantom galaxy Messier 74 located 32 million lightyears away.
Viewing the universe: The “incredible” auroras of Jupiter
It seems every week the magic of the James Webb telescope grips us all again, viewed in unprecedented detail the telescope has revealed the giant storms, moons, rings and auroras of Jupiter.
The Tonga volcano eruption caused a 90-metre-high tsunami wave
The tsunami wave created by the Tonga volcano eruption reached over 90 metres in height, which is approximately nine times taller than the Japan tsunami in 2011.
More and more Americans are taking hallucinogenic drugs
Hallucinogenic drug use has increased amongst adults aged 26 and over, with over 5.5 million people using psychedelic substances in 2019.
UK to launch formal dispute against the EU over ongoing Horizon disagreements
The UK government is poised to launch formal dispute proceedings against the EU under the claim that Brussels has broken its post-Brexit trade deal.
Eco-friendly filter can remove microplastics in water
The world's first eco-friendly filter has been developed that can remove micro-to-nano-sized microplastics in water.
Britain’s medium-sized innovation businesses: Held back from achieving full potential
Tris Dyson, MD of Challenge Works, argues that Britain’s medium-sized innovation businesses are being held back from achieving their full potential.
Why does thinking make you tired?
Does thinking make you tired or is it all just in your head? Researchers explain why mental labour makes us feel mentally exhausted
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Body posture affects oral drug absorption
Although swallowing a pill is the easiest way of administering a drug, research shows that body posture impacts oral drug absorption.
Characterising satellites’ brightness and speed to declutter the skies
Students are navigating satellites' brightness and speed to declutter space traffic and assist astronomers by preventing light trails on their telescope-mounted cameras.
Nature essential for human wellbeing
Studies demonstrate the importance of nature for human wellbeing by linking the nonmaterial contributions of ecosystems to people's overall health.
Exploring the Cartwheel Galaxy through James Webb
The James Webb Space Telescope is continuing to open our eyes to the wonders of our universe and the galaxies within it including what...
Could using smartphones improve memory skills?
Using smartphones could improve memory skills by allowing individuals to free up memory for less important information.
Developing a nature-inspired amphibious artificial vision system
Researchers have developed an amphibious artificial vision system for imaging both aquatic and terrestrial environments.
Why do Europeans have lactose tolerance?
Famine and disease were the catalyst for the evolution of lactose tolerance in Europe, and explain why others are lactose intolerant.
Managing children with ADHD
Children with ADHD less able to multitask as brain works differently to those without, but medication can help.
What is the science behind IVF failure?
Researchers find that IVF failure is commonly due to spontaneous errors in the early phases of cell division which causes so many human embryos to fail to develop.
Overconfidence lends itself to anti-scientific views
Overconfidence bolsters anti-scientific views as the further an individual strays from science, the stronger their opinions become.
Solar-powered tower for carbon neutral jet fuel production
Researchers have developed a carbon neutral solar-powered aviation fuel production system that uses water, CO2 and sunlight.
Why doesn’t Jupiter have bigger rings?
Due to its size, Jupiter should theoretically have even more specular rings than Saturn however research has shown that its massive moons are preventing this.