Quasars’ impact on early universe star formation
The first evidence of a quasar's powerful influence on star formation in the early Universe has been uncovered.
UK health research funding plateaus
UK health research funding reached £5 billion in 2022, but is now plateauing, according to the UK Health Research Analysis 2022. The report, commissioned by the UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC), provides the most detailed overview yet of UK health research funding from 2004 to 2022 from all public sectors.
Turning back the clock: Did the Doomsday Clock time tick closer to midnight?
The Doomsday clock, a symbolic representation of humanity's vulnerability to global catastrophes, was reset to 90 seconds to midnight by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists.
JWST reveals 19 nearby spiral galaxies in stunning clarity
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has unleashed fascinating images, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the heart of nearby spiral galaxies.
Transforming research through citizen social science
Dr Saffron Woodcraft from the UCL Institute for Global Prosperity unpacks empowering communities and transforming research through citizen social science.
Moon’s shrinkage and moonquakes act as a challenge for future artemis missions
Will the moon's shrinkage impact NASA's Artemis missions? potential hazards could impact NASA's Artemis missions.
The general principles behind neuronal connectivity
A single set of basic networking principles governs how neurons wire together, shaping the brain's circuitry.
Astronomers locate unknown object within the Milky Way: NGC 1851
Astronomers have discovered a mysterious celestial object in the Milky Way using the MeerKAT Radio telescope.
The Doomsday Clock announcement: All you need to know
The Bulletin, stewards of the Doomsday Clock, will be announced on 10:00 a.m. EST/1500 GMT, January 23, 2024.
What makes love so strong? The neuroscience behind love and loss
Neuroscientists from the University of Colorado Boulder have revealed the biological signals of desire, explaining why certain bonds are more profound than others.
Astronomers discover an Earth-sized planet in our cosmic backyard
A team of astronomers has identified a planet closer and younger than any other Earth-sized world.
Key step in the formation of unique moon rocks revealed
Scientists have unveiled a crucial process in creating a distinctive rock type found on the Moon. This discovery highlights these lunar rocks' signature composition and presence.
Twisted ringbots navigate and map unknown environments
Researchers have revealed the twisted ringbot, soft robots capable of engaging in three simultaneous behaviours.
Tracking infrared radiation: The JWST unravels celestial enigma
Using the NASA James Webb Telescope, astronomers have discovered an enigmatic brown dwarf named W1935, radiating infrared radiation from methane in its upper atmosphere.
Researchers identify missing component in Venus’ clouds
Researchers may have cracked the long-standing mystery surrounding the colour and splotchiness of Venusian clouds in the UV range.
Potential link between IDO2 gene and autism spectrum disorder
Researchers investigate indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase 2 (IDO2), an enzyme expressed in the brain, to shed light on its potential role in autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
The exploration of cosmic origins through galaxy shapes
Recent research searches through the origins of present-day cosmic structures by analysing over one million galaxies.
Understanding brain plasticity: The secrets behind daydreaming
Mice offer valuable insights into the mysterious world of daydreams and their potential impact on brain plasticity.
Hidden population of stars behind mysterious supernovae
Scientists have unravelled the mystery surrounding hydrogen-poor supernovae, cosmic explosions that can outshine entire galaxies.
Space exploration and the nature of the divine
Revd Professor David Wilkinson, Astrophysicist at Durham University, highlights space exploration and the nature of the divine.