Space breakthrough: Mars immigration advancements
Recent breakthroughs in Mars exploration bring humanity closer to realising Mars immigration dreams. The key lies in overcoming the challenge of oxygen scarcity for long-term survival.
Rethinking urban design’s for 21st-century weather
Climate change increases the frequency and intensity of weather extremes throughout the United States, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall.
Detecting ancient earth-like planets easier than identifying modern Earth
Scientists at Cornell University suggest that by examining Earth's Phanerozoic era, telescopes could improve the detection of potential signs of life on exoplanets.
Reducing the pet primate trade: The importance of keeping primates out of the home
Stronger measures are needed to reduce pet primate ownership says Kate Dylewsky from the Government Affairs, Animal Welfare Institute.
Enabling speech through thoughts alone
A team of neuroscientists, neurosurgeons and engineers have created a speech prosthesis that can interoperate a person's brain signals and convert them into speech.
Investing in Canadian research that can transform the economy and society
The Interim CEO and President of Universities Canada, Philip Landon, emphasises that research has a transformative effect on economies and societies, and Canada needs more of it.
Middle East investment strategies point to a new approach
Aymen Khoury, Partner at Dorsey & Whitney LLP, argues that Middle East investment strategies are pointing toward a new approach.
The secrets of an ancient planet, deep within Earth’s core
During the 1980s, geography scientists found a remarkable revelation: they identified two massive, continent-sized masses of distinct material deep within the Earth's core.
Light-induced evaporation: Study shows light can trigger water evaporation without heat
Evaporation happens around us all the time. However, a recent study found a surprising factor where evaporation can take place without heat present.
UK’s quantum strategy advances with £14 million in funding
In a development at the UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase, Science Minister George Freeman is set to unveil a significant boost for the nation's burgeoning quantum strategy with over £14 million in funding.
James Webb’s view of the Crab Nebula
The James Webb telescope, operated by NASA, recently observed the Crab Nebula, a remnant of a supernova explosion situated 6,500 light-years away in the Taurus constellation.
Earth’s atmosphere holds key to large storms impacting satellite comms
An international research team led by Nagoya University and the University of New Hampshire unveils the critical role of Earth's atmosphere in geomagnetic storms and their consequences.
3D printing method transforms steel: Combining strength and flexibility
Scientists have devised an innovative approach for 3D printing metal, which has the potential to lower expenses and enhance the economical utilisation of resources.
Venus’ ancient Earth-like plate tectonics: New possibilities
A recent study suggests that Venus, typically viewed as a fiery wasteland, may have experienced Earth-like plate tectonics in its distant past.
Massive space explosion yields life-sustaining elements
A colossal space explosion, triggered by the merger of two neutron stars, has unveiled the formation of rare chemical elements essential for life.
Empower research careers strengthen the European research area
The topics discussed here by Marc Lemaître, Director-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission, are empowering research careers and reinforcing the European Research Area.
The age of the Moon found to be 40 million years older than previous...
By examining minuscule lunar crystals brought back by the Apollo 17 astronauts in 1972, scientists have reevaluated the age of the Moon.
Challenging prehistoric gender roles: Women as hunters too
Recent findings challenge prehistoric gender roles that have long portrayed men as hunters and women as gatherers but new research destroys this concept.
Uncovering the origin of Mars’ biggest seismic event
Scientists found that the largest Mars seismic event was caused by tectonic forces, not a meteorite impact.
Horizon Europe funding under scrutiny as 2024 EU budget talks begin
As the negotiations for the 2024 EU budget kick off, the allocation for Horizon Europe research faces potential cuts, sparking a heated debate.
