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A Mars colony could be a hydrogen factory, providing propellant for the inner solar system
Mars is a potential source of what is sure to be one of the most valuable elements in the space economy—hydrogen.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 30, 2021


Uncovering the secrets of the supermassive black hole at the heart of the Milky Way
On isolated mountaintops across the planet, it is time to look at the supermassive black hole at the heart of our Milky Way galaxy.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 30, 2021


New research on honesty and lying -- results may surprise you
People are more honest in day-to-day life than previously thought—except for "a few prolific liars," according to the results of a new study
Joseph Shavit
Oct 29, 2021


Astronomers discover a massive galaxy 'shipyard' in the distant universe
Astronomers have reported the discovery of a structure thought to be a "protocluster" of galaxies 11 billion light-years from Earth.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 28, 2021


Making Martian rocket biofuel on Mars
Researchers have developed a concept that would make rocket fuel on Mars, that could be used to launch future astronauts back to Earth.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 28, 2021


Scientists measure the atmosphere of a planet 340 light-years away
Researchers from Chile directly measure the amount of both water and carbon monoxide in the atmosphere of a planet in another solar system.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 28, 2021


Irish scientists discover tap water produces a protective shield against microplastics
Tap water produces a natural protective shield against harmful microplastics, which can help prevent household products from releasing them.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 27, 2021


New discovery into how early dinosaurs lived 193 million years ago
A new study shows that 193 million years ago, dinosaurs lived in herds -- much earlier than previously thought.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 27, 2021


Spending time in nature has a surprising effect on early childhood development
Few studies have investigated this pathway linking greenspace and developmental outcomes among children.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 27, 2021


Virtual lung cancer screening is just as effective as in-person screening
Virtual single-visit lung cancer screenings are just as effective as single-visit screenings done in person at the hospital.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 26, 2021


New molecule targets, images and treats lung cancer tumors
Lung cancer can be elusive to spot and difficult to treat because the markers for it are found in other tissues, too.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 26, 2021


Astronomers discover infant planet
One of the youngest planets ever found around a distant infant star has been discovered by an international team of scientists.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 26, 2021


Researchers discover a way to increase the effectiveness of antibiotics
Researchers have found a way to make antibiotics more effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria—also known as superbugs.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 26, 2021


Astronomers may have discovered the first planet outside of our galaxy
A planet transiting a star outside of the Milky Way galaxy may have been detected for the first time by the Chandra X-ray Observatory.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 25, 2021


New research comparing online to in-person student engagement -- surprising results
Something that surprised us was how active online students were in terms of asking questions about their instruction.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 25, 2021


How asteroid, comet strikes may have delayed evolution of Earth's atmosphere
2.5 to 4 billion years ago, a time known as the Archean eon, Earth’s weather could often be described as cloudy with a chance of asteroids.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 25, 2021


A good night’s sleep may mitigate infant obesity risks
A new study suggests that newborns who get more sleep and wake up less throughout the night are at lower risk of being overweight.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 25, 2021


New treatment may lead to HIV cure
Researchers have successfully suppressed HIV infections in mice—offering a path to a cure for HIV and other chronic viral infections.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 25, 2021


Some of the world’s oldest rubies linked to early life
While analyzing some of the world’s oldest coloured gemstones, researchers discovered carbon residue that was once ancient life.
Joshua Shavit
Oct 25, 2021


When and why did human brains decrease in size 3,000 years ago?
The brain is the most complex organ in the human body. Now, a new study has brought us closer to understanding some of its evolution.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 24, 2021
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