Martin Karplus obituary: theoretical chemist who first simulated proteins using molecular dynamics
Martin Karplus revolutionized theoretical chemistry through simulations that bridge classical and quantum physics, earning a Nobel Prize for his contributions to understanding molecular interactions.
Race to the Moon: Here Are the Missions America and Its Rivals Are Planning by 2030
Exciting advancements in lunar exploration are underway, with multiple countries and private enterprises planning missions to the Moon within the next five years.
Self-driving laboratories, advanced immunotherapies and five more technologies to watch in 2025
Self-driving laboratories utilize AI to automate chemical research, significantly advancing materials science, and energy-efficient technologies.
A Red Dye Ban, the Health Risks of Alcohol and a New Spider Species
Alcohol consumption has substantial health risks, even in moderation, including links to various cancers and liver disease.
Science on the go: bringing labs into the field
Flora Vincent's research benefits from using the Advanced Mobile Laboratory, allowing for more accurate sampling of marine microorganisms in their natural environments.
AI simulates 500 million years of evolution to discover artificial fluorescent protein
AI can help uncover alternative evolutionary pathways that nature did not explore, potentially leading to new scientific advancements.
Brain implant that could boost mood by using ultrasound to go under NHS trial
A pioneering NHS trial is testing a brain-computer interface that uses ultrasound to improve mental health by altering brain activity.
Paralysed man flies virtual drone using brain implant
Advancements in brain-computer interface (BCI) allow paralyzed individuals to control devices like drones with their thoughts, enhancing potential for independence.
Trump, Musk set sights on Mars
Trump's inaugural address pledged to send American astronauts to Mars, reflecting a bold, national vision for space exploration.
'Planetary parade' will see SIX planets align - best time to spot it
A planetary parade featuring six planets will be visible on January 21, 2024, best viewed after sunset in clear skies.
Trump promises to expand US territory to a place out of this world
Trump promises to launch astronauts to Mars, emphasizing ambition as a hallmark of national greatness.
Sleeping pills stop the brain's system for cleaning out waste
The brain cleans itself through glymphatic clearance, primarily during NREM sleep, driven by norepinephrine and inhibited by anesthesia and sleep medications.
Peeing Is Contagious among Chimps
Chimpanzees exhibit contagious urination, influenced by social hierarchy, representing a novel finding in animal behavior.
It's America's 'Manifest Destiny' to plant a flag on Mars, Trump says
Trump's government may prioritize Mars exploration alongside NASA's existing programs, influenced by Musk and SpaceX's ambitions.
Fire destroys Starship on its seventh test flight, raining debris from space
SpaceX's Starship test flight ended in failure after the rocket broke apart less than nine minutes after launch, requiring potential FAA investigation.
SpaceX completes second catch of lower stage, but loses Starship
SpaceX successfully caught the first-stage booster during its seventh Starship launch but lost the upper stage and communications during ascent.
SpaceX loses another Starship after fire, explosion
Despite losing Starship during the seventh test flight, SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster, marking a mixed success for the mission.
SpaceX launches its Starship rocket on latest test flight but spacecraft is destroyed
SpaceX's latest Starship test flight experienced a loss of contact, resulting in the spacecraft's destruction despite successful booster recovery.
SpaceX and Elon Musk explain potential reasons for Starship loss
Starship lost communication and subsequently disassembled during flight due to an aft fire, likely linked to an oxygen or fuel leak.
SpaceX's Starship explodes during ascent in its seventh test flight
SpaceX's seventh Starship test resulted in an explosion, yet demonstrated some success in engine operation and booster recovery.
Fire destroys Starship on its seventh test flight, raining debris from space
SpaceX's Starship test flight ended in failure after the rocket broke apart less than nine minutes after launch, requiring potential FAA investigation.
SpaceX completes second catch of lower stage, but loses Starship
SpaceX successfully caught the first-stage booster during its seventh Starship launch but lost the upper stage and communications during ascent.
SpaceX loses another Starship after fire, explosion
Despite losing Starship during the seventh test flight, SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster, marking a mixed success for the mission.
SpaceX launches its Starship rocket on latest test flight but spacecraft is destroyed
SpaceX's latest Starship test flight experienced a loss of contact, resulting in the spacecraft's destruction despite successful booster recovery.
SpaceX and Elon Musk explain potential reasons for Starship loss
Starship lost communication and subsequently disassembled during flight due to an aft fire, likely linked to an oxygen or fuel leak.
SpaceX's Starship explodes during ascent in its seventh test flight
SpaceX's seventh Starship test resulted in an explosion, yet demonstrated some success in engine operation and booster recovery.
AI isn't very good at history, new paper finds | TechCrunch
AI language models excel in tasks like coding but fail to grasp nuanced historical concepts, achieving about 46% accuracy in high-level history assessments.
Scientists Suggest Electrocuting Yourself at the Gym to Get Jacked
Combining electrical muscle stimulation (NMES) with resistance training yields better muscle gains than resistance training alone.
SpaceX Starship 'destroyed' in 7th test in Elon Musk's quest for Mars
SpaceX's seventh Starship test flight was destroyed shortly after launch, highlighting ongoing challenges in reaching Mars.
SpaceX Repeats Thrilling Rocket Booster Catchbut Loses the Rocket
SpaceX's Starship rocket experienced a rapid disassembly after a successful booster catch on its test flight, highlighting ongoing challenges in spacecraft development.
F.A.A. Temporarily Halts Launches of Musk's Starship After Explosion
SpaceX's Starship explosion raises safety concerns over commercial space travel and air traffic disruptions.
SpaceX's Starship Explodes After Launch, Filling Sky With Epic Streaks of Fire
SpaceX's Starship exploded during reentry, marking a significant setback for their testing program and raising concerns about safety.
Elon Musk's Starship rocket explodes during SpaceX flight test
SpaceX's Starship broke up in space shortly after launch, causing flight disruptions and signaling setbacks for Elon Musk's rocket program.
Commercial Jets Forced to Divert After Elon Musk's Starship Explodes, Raining Fiery Debris Through Sky
The mid-flight explosion of SpaceX's Starship created significant flight disruptions, prompting alterations and diversions for nearby commercial aircraft.
SpaceX Starship 'destroyed' in 7th test in Elon Musk's quest for Mars
SpaceX's seventh Starship test flight was destroyed shortly after launch, highlighting ongoing challenges in reaching Mars.
SpaceX Repeats Thrilling Rocket Booster Catchbut Loses the Rocket
SpaceX's Starship rocket experienced a rapid disassembly after a successful booster catch on its test flight, highlighting ongoing challenges in spacecraft development.
F.A.A. Temporarily Halts Launches of Musk's Starship After Explosion
SpaceX's Starship explosion raises safety concerns over commercial space travel and air traffic disruptions.
SpaceX's Starship Explodes After Launch, Filling Sky With Epic Streaks of Fire
SpaceX's Starship exploded during reentry, marking a significant setback for their testing program and raising concerns about safety.
Elon Musk's Starship rocket explodes during SpaceX flight test
SpaceX's Starship broke up in space shortly after launch, causing flight disruptions and signaling setbacks for Elon Musk's rocket program.
Commercial Jets Forced to Divert After Elon Musk's Starship Explodes, Raining Fiery Debris Through Sky
The mid-flight explosion of SpaceX's Starship created significant flight disruptions, prompting alterations and diversions for nearby commercial aircraft.
Meteorite strike captured in rare video from Canadian home's doorbell camera
A Canadian doorbell camera captured the rare event of a meteorite striking a home, showcasing the intersection of everyday life and celestial phenomena.
Wave goodbye to ESA's retiring Milky Way mapper
Gaia has transformed our knowledge of the Milky Way with over three trillion observations.
The spacecraft is nearing the end of its mission, transitioning to a heliocentric orbit by 2025.
The quasi-moon (164207) 2004 GU9 has been officially named "Cardea" following a global naming contest.
Meteorite strike captured in rare video from Canadian home's doorbell camera
A Canadian doorbell camera captured the rare event of a meteorite striking a home, showcasing the intersection of everyday life and celestial phenomena.
Wave goodbye to ESA's retiring Milky Way mapper
Gaia has transformed our knowledge of the Milky Way with over three trillion observations.
The spacecraft is nearing the end of its mission, transitioning to a heliocentric orbit by 2025.
The rare planetary alignment of six planets will occur on January 21, 2023, and be visible for several weeks.
Revealed: Why the fatal Huntington's gene takes so long to cause harm
Late onset of Huntington's disease symptoms is due to accumulated genetic errors in neurons over time, particularly affecting DNA-repair mechanisms.
Aerobic exercise: A powerful ally in fight against Alzheimer's
Regular aerobic exercise may significantly reduce Alzheimer's disease markers and enhance brain health, providing new prevention strategies against cognitive decline.
Ask Ethan: What are the biggest JWST discoveries so far?
JWST has significantly advanced our understanding of cosmic phenomena, revealing unprecedented properties of the Universe that previous telescopes could not.
This Supermassive Black Hole May Harbor a Death-Defying White Dwarf
The supermassive black hole 1ES 1927+654 exhibits unprecedented dynamic activity, challenging existing understandings of cosmic phenomena.
A promising (and surprisingly simple) way to detect alien life
New methods are essential for distinguishing viable life forms from non-living materials in astrobiological studies.
Microbial motility offers a promising approach for detecting extraterrestrial life in harsh environments.
Life in Venusian Clouds: A Hypothesis for Microbial Survival and Life Cycle | HackerNoon
Life in Venus's clouds may persist through a unique microbial life cycle involving the use of liquid droplets for survival.
RNA molecule rejuvenates ageing mice by restoring old cells
Injecting aged mice with miR-302b RNA may reverse aging signs, enhancing longevity and cellular function, offering hope for future anti-aging drugs.
The Race to the Stars: Building the Multigenerational Interstellar Spaceship
Humanity's fascination with the unknown drives curiosity about interstellar exploration, pushing technological and social boundaries.
Trump's science advisers: how they could influence his second presidency
Trump's second term may prioritize science more than his first, indicated by key science adviser nominations.
Urban 'firestorms': the science behind their ferocious spread
Urban fires, driven by population trends and climate change, are becoming increasingly devastating, as buildings act as fuel in densely populated areas.
Rocket Lab USA Price Prediction: Wall Street Expects a 25% Crash in 2025
Rocket Lab is a leading private space company, known for its successful Electron rockets and upcoming Neutron rocket supporting NASA missions.
Challenges for Life in the Venusian Clouds Include Severe Acidity, Extreme Dryness, & Limited Water | HackerNoon
Venusian clouds present extreme conditions that challenge the possibility of life, with arguments favoring habitat existence solely within cloud droplets.
Clouds on Earth support diverse microbial life, challenging the previous assumption of their inhospitable nature.
Ouch! Linguists Explore a Common Language of Pain
Expressions of pain are surprisingly similar across different languages, suggesting a shared biological background.
Development is taking a toll on Florida's precious springs
Florida's freshwater springs are declining due to groundwater pumping and development, impacting both wildlife habitats and recreational opportunities.
Researchers Proposes a Life Cycle for Venusian Microbes | HackerNoon
Venusian microbial life may exist in a cycle of dormancy and activity within its atmosphere.
Microbes utilize sulfuric acid droplets in the clouds for nourishment and reproduction.
Daily briefing: AI-designed proteins offer lifeline for treating snake bites
AI can design proteins that effectively neutralize snake venom, showcasing a breakthrough in medical science.
Genetic Study Reveals Cultural Integration in Avar Communities in the Early Middle Ages - Medievalists.net
Cultural identity among Avars in East Central Europe persisted despite significant genetic differences.
Microbial Life on Venus Requires a Unique Life Cycle to Overcome Extreme Conditions | HackerNoon
Life in Venusian clouds faces severe environmental challenges like extreme acidity and low water.
A new life cycle concept for microbes outlines spore formation in lower haze layers.
Exploring Peptide Bonds: The Molecular Links of Science
Peptide bonds are vital for linking amino acids, establishing protein structures and functions.
Understanding peptide bonds aids insights into molecular dynamics and biological processes.
Fire Evacuees Prepare to Return Home Unsure of What They'll Find | KQED
Fire damages homes in Altadena, leaving residents like Huerta grappling with loss while others, like López-Chang, find temporary safety.
These Prime Numbers Are So Memorable That People Hunt for Them
Even brilliant mathematicians can make simple mistakes, as shown in Grothendieck's anecdote.
Humorous sequences of numbers can result in prime classifications, engaging further mathematical curiosity.
Exploring the Afterlife
Science's approach allows for inquiry into the afterlife, challenging the notion that it is outside empirical study.
If you ask 'Why?', you're a philosopher, and you're awesome | Aeon Essays
Life is inherently valuable, enriching the universe, so a planet with any form of life is preferable to a barren one.
Spain's H2SITE bags 36M to tackle hydrogen supply chain challenge: Here's how - Silicon Canals
H2SITE secured €36M in Series B funding to enhance hydrogen separation technology and accelerate industrialisation goals by 2026.
Earth911 Inspiration: Empathy Helps Us Communicate & Organize
Empathy enhances communication and fosters cooperative behavior within groups.
Breaking Down Complex Concepts in Reinforcement Learning | HackerNoon
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News - DNA Study Identifies Iron Age Matrilocal Society - Archaeology Magazine
DUBLIN, IRELAND-DNA analysis of 57 individuals whose remains were unearthed at an Iron Age burial [...]