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For the first time, a human liver was treated in a machine and then successfully transplanted
The machine mimics the human body as accurately as possible, in order to provide ideal conditions for the human livers.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 2, 2022


Robot performs first laparoscopic surgery without human assistance
A robot has performed laparoscopic surgery on the soft tissue of a pig without the guiding hand of a human – a significant step in robotics.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 27, 2022


Astronomers discover mysterious object unlike anything they have seen before
Scientists found something unusual that releases a giant burst of energy 3 times an hour, and unlike anything astronomers have seen before.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 27, 2022


For the first time ever, doctor diagnoses woman with 'climate change'
A Canadian doctor has diagnosed a woman with "climate change" after she came to hospital with breathing problems.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 10, 2021


Researchers snap first image of an 'electron ice'
More than 90 years ago, physicist Eugene Wigner predicted that at low densities and cold temperatures, electrons would freze into place.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 6, 2021


New technology for large-scale, high-resolution, 28 megapixel, 3D displays
The new projection technology could enable large, high-definition 3D images for digital signs and immersive experiences.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 30, 2021


UC Health performs first endoscopic “triple valve” surgery in the U.S.
UC Health cardiac surgeons have successfully performed the United States’ first-ever endoscopic “triple valve” surgery at UC Medical Center.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 25, 2021


First steerable catheter developed for brain surgery
A team of engineers and physicians has developed a steerable catheter that for the first time will give neurosurgeons the ability to steer..
Joshua Shavit
Aug 23, 2021


Two-dimensional supersolid quantum gas produced in the laboratory for the first time
Researchers led by Francesca Ferlaino have now created for the first time this fascinating property along two dimensions.
Joseph Shavit
Aug 21, 2021


Major nuclear fusion first achieved as 'ignition' triggered in a lab
Ignition is a key process that amplifies the energy output from nuclear fusion and could provide clean energy and answer physics questions
Joseph Shavit
Aug 19, 2021


NASA facility in Ohio named for native son Neil Armstrong
A NASA research facility in Ohio has been renamed after astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 15, 2021


Medical Marvel: Icelandic man recovers from double arm and shoulder transplant
An Icelandic man who got the world's first double shoulder and arm transplant is recovering well after the operation
Joseph Shavit
Jul 23, 2021


12-year-old Skateboarding Prodigy, Gui Khury, Lands First Ever 1080 in Competition
A 12-year-old skateboarder managed to land an incredible, first ever, vert 1080 in front of skating legend Tony Hawk in competition.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 20, 2021


11-Year-Old Cowgirl Makes History Competing at The First Nationally Televised Black Rodeo
An 11-year-old cowgirl recently made history, competing at the first nationally televised Black rodeo
Joseph Shavit
Jul 3, 2021
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