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Galactic favorite: Hubble offers a new view of the Sombrero galaxy
The new image reveals finer detail in the galaxy’s disk
16-million-year-old: A new dirt ant species in Dominican amber
Ancient 'dirt ant' fossil reveals secrets of stealthy insects long history.
Astronomers discover possible signs of life on exoplanet K2-18b
Strongest hints yet of biological activity outside the solar system.
Newly discovered magnetar is traversing our galaxy from an unknown place
It is so strange it might even offer clues to the mechanism behind events known as fast radio bursts.
New method to measure the internal crystal structure of minerals on Mars’ surface
Did life ever exist on Mars?
The twin of the Milky Way galaxy found in the distant Universe
It offers important insights into how galaxies can form and evolve so rapidly in the early Universe.
Cutting DNA like never before: A new tool for single-stranded targeting
A new family of enzymes capable of inducing targeted cuts in single-stranded DNA.
A giant rocky planet could be shrouded in a thick, hot atmosphere
Research deciphers mysterious atmosphere of ‘Rosetta Stone’ exoplanet.
A scalable method to produce porous graphene membranes for separating CO2
The breakthrough could significantly reduce the cost and footprint of carbon capture technology.
Brain’s “ventral stream” might be more versatile than previously thought
A visual pathway in the brain may do more than recognize objects.
Study reveals mechanisms behind decomposition of concrete in road tunnels
Research reveals the mechanisms behind the degradation, and its unexpectedly rapid progression.
NASA’s Webb focuses on dying star energetic display
With MIRI’s data, it becomes easy to comprehensively examine the turbulent nature of this nebula.
Mystery solved: Why do carbon-rich asteroids rarely become Earth meteorites?
The most comprehensive study of its kind.
MRI scans linked to harmful material formation in the body
How nanoparticles of toxic metal used in mri scans infiltrate human tissue?
UNIGE scientists uncovered the brain circuit behind Autism-related social challenges
Autism: the neural origin of the social bound.
Natural light lessens morning fatigue
Light conditions in the morning before waking up affect restfulness.
Bananas or broccoli might have a more significant positive impact on your blood pressure
New mathematical model demonstrates ratio of potassium to sodium intake key to regulating blood pressure.
Game-changing hybrid anode paves the way for advanced energy storage
Innovative nanoscale engineering enhances energy storage and cycling stability.
A new type of quantum entanglement discovered
It is possible to entangle photons in nanoscale systems.
Webb telescope unearths stunning cosmic drama: A star’s planetary feast
Valuable insights about the final fates of planetary systems.
NASA’s Juno back in action after safe mode stumble
The spacecraft was making its 71st close approach to Jupiter.

An insect-sized jumping robot navigates rough terrains and carries heavy payloads
Hopping gives this tiny robot a leg up.
A ‘metal detector’ algorithm to hunt down vulnerable tumors
Cambridge researchers have created a ‘metal detector’ algorithm that can hunt down vulnerable tumours.
Were dinosaurs doomed and already on their way out before the asteroid hit?
It’s been a subject of debate for more than 30 years.
A new, ultra-power-efficient 5G antenna
The expansion of 5G wireless networks has transformed mobile connectivity for over two billion users worldwide, offering faster upload and download speeds, reduced latency,...
Bots increase online engagement but inhibit meaningful online discussions
At the cost of deeper human-to-human interactions.