Tag: Scientists
NIH Funding Cuts Threaten Medical Research at UC and Beyond
A significant change in NIH funding policies has sparked concerns among medical researchers at the University of California and beyond. The National Institutes of Health, a major contributor to medical research at UC campuses,...
Increased Volcano Monitoring in Washington State Amid Spike in Earthquakes
Increased Volcano Monitoring in Washington State Amid Spike in EarthquakesScientists are paying close attention to Mount Adams in Washington State as there has been a recent increase in seismic activity. Typically, the volcano experiences...
X-ray Radiation from Nuclear Explosions as Asteroid Deflection Strategy
Scientists in Albuquerque, New Mexico, have proposed a new method to deflect potentially dangerous asteroids by using X-ray radiation from exploding a nuclear warhead more than a mile from the asteroid's surface. This innovative...
Moon Cave Discovery: Potential Shelter for Astronauts
An Italian-led team of scientists recently confirmed the existence of a significant cave on the moon, located not far from where Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed 55 years ago. This cave, situated at...
Collecting Hypersexual ‘Zombie’ Cicadas Infected with Parasitic Fungus: A Study by Scientists
Scientists have been studying cicadas infected with a parasitic fungus called Massospora cicadina, which turns the insects into hypersexual "zombies" on amphetamine. This fungus takes over the cicadas' bodies, turning their backs into a...
Atmosphere of ‘Super Earth’ Planet Discovered by Scientists
Researchers have recently discovered a thick atmosphere around a planet named 55 Cancri e, which is classified as a super Earth due to its size being larger than Earth but smaller than Neptune. This...
Uncovering Early Universe Black Hole Merger with Webb Telescope
Astrophysicists at Northwestern University recently conducted a simulation that showcased black holes in action. In this mesmerizing 3D computer simulation, black holes were observed "taking bites" out of stars and then expelling the remnants,...
Webb Telescope Captures Most Distant Galaxy: Scientists’ Discovery
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has recently made a significant discovery by capturing what scientists believe is the most distant known galaxy. This discovery comes after observing what astronomers refer to as a...
Unlocking the Evolutionary Secrets of Ancient Horses: New Study Findings
Around 4,200 years ago, a particular lineage of horses rapidly became dominant across Eurasia, as revealed by a recent study published in the journal Nature. This finding sheds light on the role of the...
Thick Atmosphere Discovered on Super Earth Planet Super Earth Planet Found with Thick Atmosphere
A thick atmosphere has been discovered around a planet called 55 Cancri e, which is classified as a super Earth due to being twice the size of our planet. This finding is significant as...
Merger of massive black holes from early universe uncovered by Webb telescope, scientists sayUncovering...
Astrophysicists at Northwestern University recently conducted a simulation showcasing black holes in action, "taking bites" out of stars and expelling the remains like "messy toddlers." The mesmerizing 3D computer simulation offers a unique perspective...
Powerful Webb Telescope captures most distant known galaxy, scientists sayWebb Telescope Captures Most Distant...
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has recently captured what scientists believe to be the most distant known galaxy, marking a significant milestone in the field of astronomy. This groundbreaking discovery comes after two...
Scientists count emperor penguins in the Antarctic to investigate factors affecting population
Investigating Emperor Penguin Population in AntarcticaEmperor penguins, the largest of all penguins, are facing endangerment. To protect this species, scientists are closely monitoring their numbers in Antarctica and studying the factors that affect their...
Scientists use AI to predict what cancer cells will do next – ISRAEL21c
Revolutionary AI Technology Predicts Cancer Cell BehaviorCancer diagnosis and treatment could be revolutionized thanks to a breakthrough by a research team at Hebrew University of Jerusalem. By utilizing artificial intelligence, the team has developed...
Scientists Discover CO2 and CO Ices in Outskirts of Solar System
Unlocking Mysteries of Carbon Ices in the Solar SystemIn a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have detected carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide ices on trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs) in the outer regions of our solar system. The...