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27.04.202513:15
Woodpeckers, as is well known, store acorns to survive the winter. This is the foundation of their diet, directly affecting their success in breeding come spring.
They usually stockpile acorns in natural “granaries” — tree trunks, for example, by drilling numerous holes into them.
However, sometimes woodpeckers use walls and roofs of houses for their storage needs — and even telecommunications antennas. In fact, the one shown in the video, for example, had 150 kilograms of acorns spill out of it.
They usually stockpile acorns in natural “granaries” — tree trunks, for example, by drilling numerous holes into them.
However, sometimes woodpeckers use walls and roofs of houses for their storage needs — and even telecommunications antennas. In fact, the one shown in the video, for example, had 150 kilograms of acorns spill out of it.
19.04.202506:33
🎙 NEW PODCAST | This Week in Science Highlights:
🕳 Lone Black Hole Confirmed
Astronomers have confirmed the first-ever black hole without a companion star — discovered only because it passed in front of a distant star, briefly magnifying its light .
🌌 Ultralight Dark Matter: A New Way to Detect It
Astrophysicists have proposed a bold new method to detect ultralight dark matter — by tracking subtle shifts in star positions using precision astrometry .
🌍 17% of Global Farmland Contaminated
A massive new study reveals that up to 17% of the world’s cropland is polluted with toxic heavy metals, threatening food safety for over 1.4 billion people .
💡 Focusing Light at the Nanoscale
Researchers have demonstrated a new way to concentrate light on a chip using photonic crystals. This could revolutionize quantum computing, sensors, and on-chip lasers .
🧬 New Methane-Producing Microbes in Our Guts
Scientists have identified a previously unknown species of archaea in the human gut that produces methane — a game-changer for microbiome research .
🪰 Microplastics Since the 1970s
Microplastics were found in caddisfly larva casings dating back to 1971, revealing that plastic contamination has been affecting ecosystems for over 50 years .
🛰 NASA’s Lucy Approaches Another Asteroid
NASA’s Lucy spacecraft is heading for another asteroid encounter this weekend, preparing for its main mission to study Jupiter’s Trojan asteroids .
🔬 Quantum Shock: Matter Links Light to Light
Physicists achieved ultrastrong coupling between light particles (photons), mediated by matter — opening new doors for quantum tech .
🌊 Titan’s Missing Deltas Baffle Scientists
Despite Titan’s active methane rivers, expected river deltas are missing. This discovery challenges our understanding of planetary geology .
⚙️ Unlocking Mitochondrial Transport May Help Fight Disease
Scientists have mapped how cells transport pyruvate into mitochondria — a vital energy process — and how blocking it might combat cancer, fatty liver disease, and even hair loss.
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🕳 Lone Black Hole Confirmed
Astronomers have confirmed the first-ever black hole without a companion star — discovered only because it passed in front of a distant star, briefly magnifying its light .
🌌 Ultralight Dark Matter: A New Way to Detect It
Astrophysicists have proposed a bold new method to detect ultralight dark matter — by tracking subtle shifts in star positions using precision astrometry .
🌍 17% of Global Farmland Contaminated
A massive new study reveals that up to 17% of the world’s cropland is polluted with toxic heavy metals, threatening food safety for over 1.4 billion people .
💡 Focusing Light at the Nanoscale
Researchers have demonstrated a new way to concentrate light on a chip using photonic crystals. This could revolutionize quantum computing, sensors, and on-chip lasers .
🧬 New Methane-Producing Microbes in Our Guts
Scientists have identified a previously unknown species of archaea in the human gut that produces methane — a game-changer for microbiome research .
🪰 Microplastics Since the 1970s
Microplastics were found in caddisfly larva casings dating back to 1971, revealing that plastic contamination has been affecting ecosystems for over 50 years .
🛰 NASA’s Lucy Approaches Another Asteroid
NASA’s Lucy spacecraft is heading for another asteroid encounter this weekend, preparing for its main mission to study Jupiter’s Trojan asteroids .
🔬 Quantum Shock: Matter Links Light to Light
Physicists achieved ultrastrong coupling between light particles (photons), mediated by matter — opening new doors for quantum tech .
🌊 Titan’s Missing Deltas Baffle Scientists
Despite Titan’s active methane rivers, expected river deltas are missing. This discovery challenges our understanding of planetary geology .
⚙️ Unlocking Mitochondrial Transport May Help Fight Disease
Scientists have mapped how cells transport pyruvate into mitochondria — a vital energy process — and how blocking it might combat cancer, fatty liver disease, and even hair loss.
@science
10.04.202514:19
🎙️ @Science Podcast
Hey curious minds! In this episode, we’re diving into some of the wildest and most mind-blowing discoveries fresh from the front lines of science. Let’s go!
🌌 What if the universe doesn’t need dark matter or dark energy? Physicist Richard Lieu just proposed a bold new model suggesting cosmic expansion comes from sudden bursts in space-time — shaking the foundations of modern cosmology .
🪐 Meanwhile, the James Webb Space Telescope spotted a dusty disk around the central star of the famous Ring Nebula — likely the remnants of a stellar “marriage” gone dusty .
🌍 Beneath our feet, scientists uncovered a brand-new phylum of microbes deep in Earth’s soil — and these guys are purifying our water while thriving in extreme underground zones .
⚡ Think only sharks and bees can sense electric fields? Nope. Turns out fruit fly larvae have a “sixth sense” too, with special neurons in their heads guiding them like living compasses .
🌊 Out at sea, glowing “milky seas” — massive bioluminescent patches — are becoming more predictable thanks to a new 400-year database. Yes, nature’s glow-in-the-dark ocean is real .
🎣 Up in the mountains of Europe, ancient DNA reveals that as far back as the 7th century, farmers were hauling fish to alpine lakes — early aquaculture in action .
🧠 And finally, a mouse watching The Matrix helped scientists map 84,000 neurons and 500 million synapses in a tiny bit of brain — a neural map so complex, it looks like a galaxy .
🦕 Oh — and right at ground zero of the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs? Life bounced back in just a few years, thanks to a secret hydrothermal system under the sea floor .
📻 Hit play and explore how science is rewriting reality — one discovery at a time.
Hey curious minds! In this episode, we’re diving into some of the wildest and most mind-blowing discoveries fresh from the front lines of science. Let’s go!
🌌 What if the universe doesn’t need dark matter or dark energy? Physicist Richard Lieu just proposed a bold new model suggesting cosmic expansion comes from sudden bursts in space-time — shaking the foundations of modern cosmology .
🪐 Meanwhile, the James Webb Space Telescope spotted a dusty disk around the central star of the famous Ring Nebula — likely the remnants of a stellar “marriage” gone dusty .
🌍 Beneath our feet, scientists uncovered a brand-new phylum of microbes deep in Earth’s soil — and these guys are purifying our water while thriving in extreme underground zones .
⚡ Think only sharks and bees can sense electric fields? Nope. Turns out fruit fly larvae have a “sixth sense” too, with special neurons in their heads guiding them like living compasses .
🌊 Out at sea, glowing “milky seas” — massive bioluminescent patches — are becoming more predictable thanks to a new 400-year database. Yes, nature’s glow-in-the-dark ocean is real .
🎣 Up in the mountains of Europe, ancient DNA reveals that as far back as the 7th century, farmers were hauling fish to alpine lakes — early aquaculture in action .
🧠 And finally, a mouse watching The Matrix helped scientists map 84,000 neurons and 500 million synapses in a tiny bit of brain — a neural map so complex, it looks like a galaxy .
🦕 Oh — and right at ground zero of the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs? Life bounced back in just a few years, thanks to a secret hydrothermal system under the sea floor .
📻 Hit play and explore how science is rewriting reality — one discovery at a time.
28.03.202515:19
23.03.202511:26
16.03.202512:15
Scientists at Zhejiang University have unveiled a groundbreaking facial mask that can transform the wearer’s appearance in real time. Designed to potentially deceive facial recognition systems, the mask is composed of multiple elastic layers with distinct functions.
• Dynamic Appearance Change: The outer layer utilizes built-in heating elements to change color, while the inner layers adjust facial proportions, offering a total of eight preset facial configurations.
• Transformation Speed: The complete metamorphosis takes roughly 100 seconds, providing a swift and effective disguise.
• Current Limitations and Future Directions: Although the prototype cannot yet mimic facial expressions, ongoing developments aim to refine the technology. Engineers plan to replace the current ammonia-based chemical activation with a safer, less toxic alternative.
• Broader Implications: Beyond espionage applications, this innovative technology holds promise for the development of lifelike humanoid robots, opening up exciting new avenues in robotics and dynamic material science.
For further details, you can read more in the original publication in Science Advances.
#robots #science
• Dynamic Appearance Change: The outer layer utilizes built-in heating elements to change color, while the inner layers adjust facial proportions, offering a total of eight preset facial configurations.
• Transformation Speed: The complete metamorphosis takes roughly 100 seconds, providing a swift and effective disguise.
• Current Limitations and Future Directions: Although the prototype cannot yet mimic facial expressions, ongoing developments aim to refine the technology. Engineers plan to replace the current ammonia-based chemical activation with a safer, less toxic alternative.
• Broader Implications: Beyond espionage applications, this innovative technology holds promise for the development of lifelike humanoid robots, opening up exciting new avenues in robotics and dynamic material science.
For further details, you can read more in the original publication in Science Advances.
#robots #science
23.04.202517:23
Australia Has More Camels Than Egypt or the UAE
Surprising as it sounds, Australia is home to the largest population of wild camels in the world — more than Egypt or the UAE. According to various estimates, up to one million wild dromedary camels roam freely across the central and northern parts of the continent.
These camels were first brought to Australia in the 19th century from the Arabian Peninsula, India, and Afghanistan. They were used as pack animals to transport goods across the vast deserts. However, with the development of railways and roads, camels became obsolete and were left to roam. In the absence of natural predators and under minimal control, the camel population began to grow rapidly — doubling approximately every nine years. To put it in perspective, the initial population was just 10,000 individuals.
Today, wild camels pose a serious ecological threat. In some areas, they destroy up to 80% of native vegetation. During droughts, desperate for water, they invade human settlements, damaging buildings, breaking pumps and taps — and even smashing toilets.
@science
Surprising as it sounds, Australia is home to the largest population of wild camels in the world — more than Egypt or the UAE. According to various estimates, up to one million wild dromedary camels roam freely across the central and northern parts of the continent.
These camels were first brought to Australia in the 19th century from the Arabian Peninsula, India, and Afghanistan. They were used as pack animals to transport goods across the vast deserts. However, with the development of railways and roads, camels became obsolete and were left to roam. In the absence of natural predators and under minimal control, the camel population began to grow rapidly — doubling approximately every nine years. To put it in perspective, the initial population was just 10,000 individuals.
Today, wild camels pose a serious ecological threat. In some areas, they destroy up to 80% of native vegetation. During droughts, desperate for water, they invade human settlements, damaging buildings, breaking pumps and taps — and even smashing toilets.
@science
17.04.202504:00
Plants Absorb Microplastics Directly from Air, Raising Concerns Over Food Safety
Recent research has revealed a troubling environmental threat: plants can directly absorb microplastics from the atmosphere, causing plastic particles to accumulate extensively within vegetation. Scientists warn that this phenomenon particularly endangers vegetables grown in open fields.
Microplastics (MPs) have already infiltrated every terrestrial ecosystem—present in soil, water, and air alike. Laboratory studies confirm that plant roots uptake microplastics, transferring sub-micron and nano-sized particles from roots up into the shoots.
Field measurements, however, have uncovered a more alarming reality: above-ground plant parts exhibit significantly higher plastic accumulation than previously accounted for through root absorption alone.
The detection of polymer fragments within edible plant tissues underscores the severity of atmospheric microplastic pollution. Scientists call for urgent research to evaluate the full scale and impact of this emerging environmental crisis.
Read more: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-08831-4
Recent research has revealed a troubling environmental threat: plants can directly absorb microplastics from the atmosphere, causing plastic particles to accumulate extensively within vegetation. Scientists warn that this phenomenon particularly endangers vegetables grown in open fields.
Microplastics (MPs) have already infiltrated every terrestrial ecosystem—present in soil, water, and air alike. Laboratory studies confirm that plant roots uptake microplastics, transferring sub-micron and nano-sized particles from roots up into the shoots.
Field measurements, however, have uncovered a more alarming reality: above-ground plant parts exhibit significantly higher plastic accumulation than previously accounted for through root absorption alone.
The detection of polymer fragments within edible plant tissues underscores the severity of atmospheric microplastic pollution. Scientists call for urgent research to evaluate the full scale and impact of this emerging environmental crisis.
Read more: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-08831-4
08.04.202508:34
In India, ducks are still actively used in traditional farming practices. After the rice harvest, farmers release flocks of ducks onto the fields.
These birds play several crucial roles at once: they eat pests, help control weeds, and naturally fertilize the soil. It’s a brilliant example of low-tech, sustainable agriculture where nature does the heavy lifting.
These birds play several crucial roles at once: they eat pests, help control weeds, and naturally fertilize the soil. It’s a brilliant example of low-tech, sustainable agriculture where nature does the heavy lifting.
27.03.202514:29
The James Webb Space Telescope has achieved a groundbreaking astronomical milestone, capturing clear images of auroras on Neptune—a sight astronomers are already hailing as historic.
Auroras occur when charged particles ejected by the Sun interact with a planet’s magnetic field, entering its upper atmosphere and creating a stunning luminous display.
Hints of auroral activity on Neptune were first spotted by Voyager 2 back in 1989, but concrete evidence remained elusive. Over the decades, clear visuals of auroras emerged for Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus, leaving Neptune as the mysterious missing link—until now.
Thanks to James Webb’s exceptional sensitivity in the near-infrared range, astronomers have not only clearly observed Neptune’s auroras but also captured remarkable details of their distinctive signatures.
Moreover, scientists obtained a spectrum of Neptune’s atmosphere, allowing them to study its composition and measure the temperature of its ionosphere. Excitingly, they detected, for the first time, a prominent emission line indicating the presence of trihydrogen cation—a molecule commonly formed during auroral processes.
Auroras occur when charged particles ejected by the Sun interact with a planet’s magnetic field, entering its upper atmosphere and creating a stunning luminous display.
Hints of auroral activity on Neptune were first spotted by Voyager 2 back in 1989, but concrete evidence remained elusive. Over the decades, clear visuals of auroras emerged for Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus, leaving Neptune as the mysterious missing link—until now.
Thanks to James Webb’s exceptional sensitivity in the near-infrared range, astronomers have not only clearly observed Neptune’s auroras but also captured remarkable details of their distinctive signatures.
Moreover, scientists obtained a spectrum of Neptune’s atmosphere, allowing them to study its composition and measure the temperature of its ionosphere. Excitingly, they detected, for the first time, a prominent emission line indicating the presence of trihydrogen cation—a molecule commonly formed during auroral processes.
23.03.202511:26
15.03.202518:09
Is Humanity Getting Dumber? @Science Says Yes
A recent study confirms a concerning trend: global intelligence levels have been declining since 2010. Researchers have found that many people struggle to focus on a single task, lose logical thinking skills, and spend excessive time on their smartphones.
Here are some key findings:
🔢 25% of adults in developed countries cannot solve basic math problems, with this figure rising to 35% in the U.S.
🧑🎓 Since 2015, there has been a sharp increase in 18-year-olds struggling to concentrate on a single topic.
📖 In 2022, half of those surveyed read no more than one book, while 45% of teenagers did not read at all.
The culprit? The way we consume information has changed. Social media, with its endless feeds and algorithm-driven content, overloads the brain, making it harder to seek out and process valuable information. Instead, people get stuck in an endless loop of low-value content consumption.
💡 The good news?
The brain remains highly adaptable—with effort, it’s possible to regain focus and sharpen critical thinking skills.
Time to take control of our attention!
A recent study confirms a concerning trend: global intelligence levels have been declining since 2010. Researchers have found that many people struggle to focus on a single task, lose logical thinking skills, and spend excessive time on their smartphones.
Here are some key findings:
🔢 25% of adults in developed countries cannot solve basic math problems, with this figure rising to 35% in the U.S.
🧑🎓 Since 2015, there has been a sharp increase in 18-year-olds struggling to concentrate on a single topic.
📖 In 2022, half of those surveyed read no more than one book, while 45% of teenagers did not read at all.
The culprit? The way we consume information has changed. Social media, with its endless feeds and algorithm-driven content, overloads the brain, making it harder to seek out and process valuable information. Instead, people get stuck in an endless loop of low-value content consumption.
💡 The good news?
The brain remains highly adaptable—with effort, it’s possible to regain focus and sharpen critical thinking skills.
Time to take control of our attention!
23.04.202509:56
15.04.202511:47
🦷 Lab-grown Human Teeth: Scientific Breakthrough!
Scientists from King’s College London have successfully grown fully functional human teeth in a laboratory for the first time ever!
🔬 How Was This Achieved?
Researchers created a specialized material that replicates the natural environment needed for tooth development. This allowed cells to communicate effectively, initiating and guiding the formation of real tooth tissue.
🌱 Why Is This Important?
Unlike traditional fillings and dental implants, these lab-grown teeth are cultivated from the patient’s own cells. This means they can naturally integrate into the jaw, grow, and even self-repair—just like your original teeth!
🦷 Two Promising Approaches:
1. Lab-first method: Teeth are fully grown in a laboratory before being implanted into the patient’s mouth.
2. Natural-growth method: Tooth cells at an early stage of development are directly placed into the jaw, allowing them to continue growing naturally within the body.
🔭 Looking Ahead:
This groundbreaking research took over a decade. Earlier attempts failed because cells couldn’t interact efficiently enough. This new breakthrough, however, paves the way for revolutionary dental treatments, potentially making traditional implants and fillings obsolete.
@Science never stops—stay tuned!
Scientists from King’s College London have successfully grown fully functional human teeth in a laboratory for the first time ever!
🔬 How Was This Achieved?
Researchers created a specialized material that replicates the natural environment needed for tooth development. This allowed cells to communicate effectively, initiating and guiding the formation of real tooth tissue.
🌱 Why Is This Important?
Unlike traditional fillings and dental implants, these lab-grown teeth are cultivated from the patient’s own cells. This means they can naturally integrate into the jaw, grow, and even self-repair—just like your original teeth!
🦷 Two Promising Approaches:
1. Lab-first method: Teeth are fully grown in a laboratory before being implanted into the patient’s mouth.
2. Natural-growth method: Tooth cells at an early stage of development are directly placed into the jaw, allowing them to continue growing naturally within the body.
🔭 Looking Ahead:
This groundbreaking research took over a decade. Earlier attempts failed because cells couldn’t interact efficiently enough. This new breakthrough, however, paves the way for revolutionary dental treatments, potentially making traditional implants and fillings obsolete.
@Science never stops—stay tuned!
06.04.202508:19
🔋⚛️ ETERNAL POWER: China Launches Nuclear Battery with 50-Year Lifespan
Imagine a device you won’t need to recharge for half a century. Chinese researchers have turned this concept into reality!
What is BV100?
• The world’s first commercial 3V betavoltaic battery by Betavolt
• Coin-sized nuclear battery using nickel-63
• Operational lifespan: 50 years without recharging 😱
• Converts radiation energy into electricity using semiconductor absorbers
Potential applications:
• Pacemakers and medical implants
• Spacecraft and satellites
• Remote sensors in hard-to-reach locations
• Deep-sea monitoring systems
Is it safe? 🤔
Absolutely! The beta particles from nickel-63 are so weak they can be blocked by a simple aluminum layer or even a sheet of paper. All radiation remains contained within the hermetically sealed casing.
The bigger picture:
• While the US and other countries are still developing prototypes, China has established a complete production chain
• Another Chinese project in development: carbon nuclear battery with up to 100 years of service life
• Low power output compared to conventional batteries, but revolutionary for specific applications
• High production costs, but game-changing for critical devices
This technology represents a significant milestone in creating truly long-lasting power sources for mission-critical devices.
#Nuclear #Battery #Betavoltaic #China #BV100 #Science #Energy
Imagine a device you won’t need to recharge for half a century. Chinese researchers have turned this concept into reality!
What is BV100?
• The world’s first commercial 3V betavoltaic battery by Betavolt
• Coin-sized nuclear battery using nickel-63
• Operational lifespan: 50 years without recharging 😱
• Converts radiation energy into electricity using semiconductor absorbers
Potential applications:
• Pacemakers and medical implants
• Spacecraft and satellites
• Remote sensors in hard-to-reach locations
• Deep-sea monitoring systems
Is it safe? 🤔
Absolutely! The beta particles from nickel-63 are so weak they can be blocked by a simple aluminum layer or even a sheet of paper. All radiation remains contained within the hermetically sealed casing.
The bigger picture:
• While the US and other countries are still developing prototypes, China has established a complete production chain
• Another Chinese project in development: carbon nuclear battery with up to 100 years of service life
• Low power output compared to conventional batteries, but revolutionary for specific applications
• High production costs, but game-changing for critical devices
This technology represents a significant milestone in creating truly long-lasting power sources for mission-critical devices.
#Nuclear #Battery #Betavoltaic #China #BV100 #Science #Energy
27.03.202513:38
Sharks can produce sounds. Scientists in New Zealand observed captive rig sharks (Mustelus lenticulatus) emitting clicking noises, marking the first documented instance of sound production in sharks. These clicks are believed to result from the sharks snapping their flat, blunt teeth together—a behavior previously unrecorded in these creatures. The purpose of these sounds remains uncertain; they may serve as a defensive mechanism or a response to being startled. This finding challenges the long-held perception of sharks as silent predators and opens new avenues for understanding their behavior and communication.
21.03.202507:48
🚨 Science Podcast Alert! 🎙️
Tune in this Friday for our exciting weekly @science podcast! We’re uncovering this week’s most amazing scientific breakthroughs:
🔹 Dark Energy is Changing? New observations from the DESI telescope hint that dark energy—responsible for the universe’s accelerated expansion—might be weakening, potentially reshaping cosmology as we know it!
🐶 Decoding Dogs’ Noses: Scientists developed an optical sensor to read canine brain activity, revealing precisely how dogs distinguish smells. This breakthrough could revolutionize scent detection, from drug sniffing to medical diagnostics!
🌌 AI Unlocks Cosmic Secrets: Artificial intelligence helped astrophysicists identify that Earth’s most energetic cosmic radiation comes predominantly from heavy nuclei like iron—not protons as previously thought. A huge leap in understanding cosmic rays!
🌎 Electricity from Earth’s Spin: Physicists propose a groundbreaking method to generate electricity using Earth’s rotational energy and magnetic field—opening a new avenue toward sustainable energy production!
🧬 Watching DNA Unwind: Researchers captured, for the first time ever, the exact moment DNA begins to unravel—an essential step in life itself. A profound leap forward in understanding DNA replication and cell biology!
🧠 Light-Powered Artificial Neurons: Cutting-edge semiconductor devices powered by light now mimic the brain’s oscillations, paving the way for ultra-fast, energy-efficient neuromorphic computing.
🛰️ Stable Dyson Spheres and Ringworlds: Surprisingly, scientists confirmed that certain Dyson spheres and ringworlds—once thought purely fictional—could actually be gravitationally stable, reigniting excitement about engineering on cosmic scales.
🔭 Neutrinos and Quantum Gravity: The Mediterranean neutrino observatory (KM3NeT) sets unprecedented limits on quantum gravity effects, deepening our understanding of the universe’s fundamental forces.
Stay curious, stay informed, and join us for more incredible discoveries! 🚀🌌
Tune in this Friday for our exciting weekly @science podcast! We’re uncovering this week’s most amazing scientific breakthroughs:
🔹 Dark Energy is Changing? New observations from the DESI telescope hint that dark energy—responsible for the universe’s accelerated expansion—might be weakening, potentially reshaping cosmology as we know it!
🐶 Decoding Dogs’ Noses: Scientists developed an optical sensor to read canine brain activity, revealing precisely how dogs distinguish smells. This breakthrough could revolutionize scent detection, from drug sniffing to medical diagnostics!
🌌 AI Unlocks Cosmic Secrets: Artificial intelligence helped astrophysicists identify that Earth’s most energetic cosmic radiation comes predominantly from heavy nuclei like iron—not protons as previously thought. A huge leap in understanding cosmic rays!
🌎 Electricity from Earth’s Spin: Physicists propose a groundbreaking method to generate electricity using Earth’s rotational energy and magnetic field—opening a new avenue toward sustainable energy production!
🧬 Watching DNA Unwind: Researchers captured, for the first time ever, the exact moment DNA begins to unravel—an essential step in life itself. A profound leap forward in understanding DNA replication and cell biology!
🧠 Light-Powered Artificial Neurons: Cutting-edge semiconductor devices powered by light now mimic the brain’s oscillations, paving the way for ultra-fast, energy-efficient neuromorphic computing.
🛰️ Stable Dyson Spheres and Ringworlds: Surprisingly, scientists confirmed that certain Dyson spheres and ringworlds—once thought purely fictional—could actually be gravitationally stable, reigniting excitement about engineering on cosmic scales.
🔭 Neutrinos and Quantum Gravity: The Mediterranean neutrino observatory (KM3NeT) sets unprecedented limits on quantum gravity effects, deepening our understanding of the universe’s fundamental forces.
Stay curious, stay informed, and join us for more incredible discoveries! 🚀🌌
14.03.202516:18
🚨 Science Update Alert! 🎙️
Discover today’s hottest breakthroughs from the frontiers of science:
🌀 White Holes: A New Cosmic Beginning? Researchers from the University of Sheffield propose that black holes might not be the end of everything. Using quantum mechanics, they suggest the existence of “white holes,” cosmic regions spewing matter, energy, and time back into the universe, potentially changing how we perceive space and time itself.
🤖 AI’s Impact on Wealth Equality: A groundbreaking study from Changzhou University explores how artificial intelligence could reshape global wealth distribution. While AI-driven automation is predicted to significantly boost economic output, it might also widen the wealth gap. Policymakers are advised to support neutral AI technologies that promote balanced economic growth.
🦈 Greenland Shark’s Longevity Secrets Unveiled: Scientists decoded the genome of Greenland sharks, Earth’s longest-living vertebrates (up to 400 years old!). Unique genetic traits associated with exceptional immune response and cancer resistance could inspire future breakthroughs in human aging research.
🔄 Twisted Light Powers Next-Gen Electronics: Cambridge researchers created a revolutionary organic semiconductor emitting circularly polarized “twisted” light, potentially transforming displays, quantum computing, and spintronics. This discovery promises ultra-efficient and powerful electronics, possibly revolutionizing technology as we know it.
🧬 East Asian Lactase Genes: A Neanderthal Legacy: Fascinating genetic research reveals that approximately 25% of East Asians inherited unique lactase genes from Neanderthals. These genes allow the digestion of milk sugars, pointing to ancient interspecies interactions shaping human evolution.
♻️ Breaking Down Plastic—With Air! A groundbreaking study from Northwestern University demonstrates a simple, affordable way to recycle PET plastics using nothing but an inexpensive catalyst and moisture from the air. This revolutionary technique might pave the way toward a cleaner and sustainable circular plastic economy.
Stay curious, stay updated, and stay tuned for more discoveries! 🚀🔬
Youtube audio version
Discover today’s hottest breakthroughs from the frontiers of science:
🌀 White Holes: A New Cosmic Beginning? Researchers from the University of Sheffield propose that black holes might not be the end of everything. Using quantum mechanics, they suggest the existence of “white holes,” cosmic regions spewing matter, energy, and time back into the universe, potentially changing how we perceive space and time itself.
🤖 AI’s Impact on Wealth Equality: A groundbreaking study from Changzhou University explores how artificial intelligence could reshape global wealth distribution. While AI-driven automation is predicted to significantly boost economic output, it might also widen the wealth gap. Policymakers are advised to support neutral AI technologies that promote balanced economic growth.
🦈 Greenland Shark’s Longevity Secrets Unveiled: Scientists decoded the genome of Greenland sharks, Earth’s longest-living vertebrates (up to 400 years old!). Unique genetic traits associated with exceptional immune response and cancer resistance could inspire future breakthroughs in human aging research.
🔄 Twisted Light Powers Next-Gen Electronics: Cambridge researchers created a revolutionary organic semiconductor emitting circularly polarized “twisted” light, potentially transforming displays, quantum computing, and spintronics. This discovery promises ultra-efficient and powerful electronics, possibly revolutionizing technology as we know it.
🧬 East Asian Lactase Genes: A Neanderthal Legacy: Fascinating genetic research reveals that approximately 25% of East Asians inherited unique lactase genes from Neanderthals. These genes allow the digestion of milk sugars, pointing to ancient interspecies interactions shaping human evolution.
♻️ Breaking Down Plastic—With Air! A groundbreaking study from Northwestern University demonstrates a simple, affordable way to recycle PET plastics using nothing but an inexpensive catalyst and moisture from the air. This revolutionary technique might pave the way toward a cleaner and sustainable circular plastic economy.
Stay curious, stay updated, and stay tuned for more discoveries! 🚀🔬
Youtube audio version
22.04.202516:53
One of the best images of Saturn, captured by the Cassini spacecraft.
The Cassini–Huygens mission — a joint project by NASA, ESA, and the Italian Space Agency — accomplished remarkable work during its years-long journey through space.
For nearly 20 years, the probe helped scientists study the sixth planet from the Sun, sending back unique and invaluable data.
The Cassini–Huygens mission — a joint project by NASA, ESA, and the Italian Space Agency — accomplished remarkable work during its years-long journey through space.
For nearly 20 years, the probe helped scientists study the sixth planet from the Sun, sending back unique and invaluable data.
12.04.202502:26
On this day, April 12, we celebrate one of humanity’s greatest milestones—when a human first left our planet and ventured into space. On April 12, 1961, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first person to orbit the Earth aboard the spacecraft Vostok 1.
His legendary words—“Poyekhali!” (“Let’s go!”)—marked the dawn of the space age and a monumental achievement for science, courage, and international competition. Gagarin’s 108-minute journey turned him into a global icon and opened the door for all future space exploration.
Happy Cosmonautics Day!
#Gagarin #Space #USSR #science #history
His legendary words—“Poyekhali!” (“Let’s go!”)—marked the dawn of the space age and a monumental achievement for science, courage, and international competition. Gagarin’s 108-minute journey turned him into a global icon and opened the door for all future space exploration.
Happy Cosmonautics Day!
#Gagarin #Space #USSR #science #history
01.04.202516:32
The Solar Orbiter spacecraft has obtained unprecedented footage of the solar wind. This flow of charged particles appeared as massive spiral structures, resembling a giant cyclone. Extending outwards to a distance of up to three solar radii, these formations persisted for over three hours.
These remarkable images were captured by the Metis coronagraph aboard Solar Orbiter. Metis specializes in detecting various types of radiation emitted by the solar corona, while effectively blocking direct sunlight from the star’s surface.
Visualizing the wind's structure represents a significant step forward in understanding its nature. Previously, measurements were confined to localized points reached by the particle flow. Now, scientists have observed a comprehensive, dynamic picture, witnessing how particles accelerate, escape the Sun’s gravity, and form turbulent patterns.
Solar wind continuously interacts with Earth, affecting not only phenomena like the Northern and Southern Lights (auroras), but also influencing satellite operations, communication systems, and navigation technologies. Although its intensity varies with solar activity, the exact formation mechanisms remain unclear.
These new insights from Solar Orbiter promise to enhance our comprehension of these processes. The mission is scheduled to continue until 2026, with a potential extension through 2030.
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These remarkable images were captured by the Metis coronagraph aboard Solar Orbiter. Metis specializes in detecting various types of radiation emitted by the solar corona, while effectively blocking direct sunlight from the star’s surface.
Visualizing the wind's structure represents a significant step forward in understanding its nature. Previously, measurements were confined to localized points reached by the particle flow. Now, scientists have observed a comprehensive, dynamic picture, witnessing how particles accelerate, escape the Sun’s gravity, and form turbulent patterns.
Solar wind continuously interacts with Earth, affecting not only phenomena like the Northern and Southern Lights (auroras), but also influencing satellite operations, communication systems, and navigation technologies. Although its intensity varies with solar activity, the exact formation mechanisms remain unclear.
These new insights from Solar Orbiter promise to enhance our comprehension of these processes. The mission is scheduled to continue until 2026, with a potential extension through 2030.
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25.03.202510:42
🧠 AI-powered ring translates sign language in real-time!
Researchers at Cornell University have created SpellRing, a tiny wearable device that uses micro-sonar and AI to track finger movements in American Sign Language (ASL). The ring, no bigger than a U.S. quarter, translates fingerspelled words with an impressive accuracy of up to 92%.
This breakthrough could revolutionize digital communication for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, making interactions with smartphones and computers smoother and more inclusive.
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Researchers at Cornell University have created SpellRing, a tiny wearable device that uses micro-sonar and AI to track finger movements in American Sign Language (ASL). The ring, no bigger than a U.S. quarter, translates fingerspelled words with an impressive accuracy of up to 92%.
This breakthrough could revolutionize digital communication for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, making interactions with smartphones and computers smoother and more inclusive.
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19.03.202507:49
Terrifying "Sounds" of the Sun
Our Sun regularly emits powerful streams of high-energy electrons. When these electrons collide with other charged particles, they release radio emissions.
These emissions are captured by the RPW (Radio and Plasma Waves) instrument onboard the Solar Orbiter spacecraft. In this video, data from the RPW instrument has been converted into audible sounds, allowing us to experience the Sun's eerie "voice."
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Our Sun regularly emits powerful streams of high-energy electrons. When these electrons collide with other charged particles, they release radio emissions.
These emissions are captured by the RPW (Radio and Plasma Waves) instrument onboard the Solar Orbiter spacecraft. In this video, data from the RPW instrument has been converted into audible sounds, allowing us to experience the Sun's eerie "voice."
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12.03.202517:08
Olivia Farnsworth: The Girl Who Feels No Pain, Hunger, or Fatigue
Olivia Farnsworth from the UK is a unique medical case—she doesn’t feel pain, hunger, or fatigue. This rare condition is caused by a deletion in her 6th chromosome, meaning a segment of the chromosome is missing. She is believed to be the only person in the world exhibiting all three symptoms simultaneously.
The inability to feel pain is the most dangerous aspect of her condition, as she could sustain serious injuries without realizing it. Her family must constantly monitor and protect her. Additionally, her mother ensures she eats regularly, as Olivia doesn’t experience hunger signals and could easily forget to eat.
Sleep is an even greater challenge. Without medication, Olivia cannot fall asleep naturally and can stay awake for up to three days in a row. To manage this, she follows a strict regimen of sleeping aids.
Olivia’s case remains a fascinating and rare example of how genetic anomalies can dramatically alter human perception and biology.
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Olivia Farnsworth from the UK is a unique medical case—she doesn’t feel pain, hunger, or fatigue. This rare condition is caused by a deletion in her 6th chromosome, meaning a segment of the chromosome is missing. She is believed to be the only person in the world exhibiting all three symptoms simultaneously.
The inability to feel pain is the most dangerous aspect of her condition, as she could sustain serious injuries without realizing it. Her family must constantly monitor and protect her. Additionally, her mother ensures she eats regularly, as Olivia doesn’t experience hunger signals and could easily forget to eat.
Sleep is an even greater challenge. Without medication, Olivia cannot fall asleep naturally and can stay awake for up to three days in a row. To manage this, she follows a strict regimen of sleeping aids.
Olivia’s case remains a fascinating and rare example of how genetic anomalies can dramatically alter human perception and biology.
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