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Aging and damaged brain cells, or neurons, can cause memory problems and limit the brain's ability to recover from illnesses. Some scientists have posited that if we could just turn on the ability to make new neurons in the brain—a process called neurogenesis—some of these deleterious changes might be reversed.

The article tackles the mystery of why birds were the only dinosaurs to survive the asteroid impact 66 million years ago, which drastically altered evolution. This question has intrigued paleontologists for years.

The strong nuclear force is required to hold the core of every species of atom together, preventing the repulsive force between protons from destroying the nucleus instantly.

In a lab on the western edge of Paris, a technician called Remi makes some adjustments with a spanner to a cryostat, a device that cools to minus 273 degrees Celsius, where even the tiniest particles are still.

Citizen Science Month is built around a goal of 2.5 million 'Acts of Science,' tying the annual event to America's 250th birthday through a simple but powerful idea: lots of small contributions can add up to something really meaningful.

This use of 'gold standard science' is deceptive. It sounds really good on its face. It's advocating for things that are normative in the scientific community.

"When a whale washes up on the beach like that, we work with different organizations to decide what the best course of action is," said Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS) Chief Scientist Robert DiGiovanni, who was tasked with processing the whale. "Every stranding has a unique set of circumstances."

'During the atmospheric entry phase, an impacting object is both slowed and heated by atmospheric friction,' NASA explained. 'In front of it, a bow shock develops where atmospheric gases are compressed and heated.'

The sweepstakes offers a chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime prize trip to extraordinary locations, including Alaska and the Galápagos Islands.

Kacey Musgraves described seeing an unusual orb during a flight, stating, 'I saw these lights that caught my eye that just didn't look normal.' She observed the lights for about 45 minutes.

Dewar, Watts and Fish's invention has the potential to make an impact on worldwide energy consumption, particularly as we increasingly rely on green technology. Their work shows how nature can serve as a source of inspiration and innovation and how following this inspiration might lead to refreshing and unconventional technological advances.

Kacey Musgraves described her experience with three bright, color-changing orbs that flew in shifting formations, stating they were 'not moving like any craft that we can control.'

The detection of organic compounds by the Curiosity rover strengthens the case for past life on Mars, suggesting that living organisms may still exist today.

While some other creatures, most notably salamanders and starfish, can regenerate entire limbs, mammals don't have this evolutionary superpower. The big question is: Why are mammals limited?

'Due to its extent and location it is clear that this is in fact the same magma reservoir as in the previous eruption,' geophysicist Professor Seama Nobukazu said.

International scientists, particularly those on visas, face unique challenges in their careers, especially in STEM fields. My book, 'Thriving as an International Scientist,' addresses these issues.

The new toilet system, costing around $23 million, includes an air suction system that theoretically prevents leaks. This innovation aims to enhance astronaut comfort and hygiene during missions.

"What's really unique about these cherry trees is they flower in a huge burst, like all the flowers open just at once, within a day or so. It's an absolutely unbelievable flower display."