Next month, the agency plans to begin detecting invisible signals from some of our universe's most extreme regions.

Have you ever heard the term point-cloud? It is a fundamental representation of 3D data, consisting of points in a three-dimensional coordinate system that describes the geometry and spatial attributes of objects or environments. They are widely used in compu…

Models show Venus’ superheated core could produce extended volcanism and long-lived resurfacing. A Southwest Research Institute-led team has modeled the early impact history of Venus to explain how Earth’s sister planet has maintained a youthful surface despi…

Turns out proto-Earths may bring their own drinks

According to NASA, Perseids frequently leave long streaks of light and color behind them as they move through Earth’s atmosphere.

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Brain cells, or neurons, have multiple means of communication, and their chatter may be influenced by the cells around them, research suggests.

Researchers have discovered exceptional venom resistance in caecilians, a species of legless amphibians, believed to be an evolutionary response to predation by venomous elapid snakes. This resistance, developed through three unique biological mechanisms, pro…

A startup that launched its first mission to test space manufacturing technologies last month is waiting on an FAA license to return a capsule.

The research, led by investigators at Barts Cancer Institute and co-authored by researchers from Queen Mary University of London and King’s suggests that reversing this change can make tumour cells less invasive. The team also identified a key molecu

At more than a million years old, this is some of the oldest DNA ever recovered.

IIT Madras: Researchers develop computational approach to study interactions between genes responsible for inter-organ communication

We've all heard of the Red Planet, Mars. But do you know about its loyal companions? Yes, Mars has two small moons, Phobos and Deimos. Their origins and mysterious properties have perplexed scientists for decades. Let's dive into their celestial mysteries tog…

A study found a newly proposed mechanism in which blowing mineral dust combines with sea spray to create Mineral Dust-Sea Spray Aerosol (MDSA).

Discovering why our immune system is made the way it is can help us learn how to fight infections, including ones that resist antibiotics.

The universe is an expansive and enigmatic realm, filled with countless galaxies, each hosting its unique wonders. As we gaze up at the night sky, we are often captivated by the beauty of our own Milky Way Galaxy. Yet, beyond its familiar boundaries lie extra…

In the vast expanse of our Solar System, a mystery shrouds the existence of an enigmatic celestial body known as Planet Nine. As astronomers and space enthusiasts delve into the depths of our cosmic neighborhood, the quest for this elusive ninth planet has ca…

Humanity's quest to explore the vastness of space has led to numerous scientific endeavors. Among them, the Pioneer spacecraft missions hold a special place in history. Launched in the 1970s, Pioneer 10 and 11 embarked on an extraordinary journey, providing v…

Research findings may contribute to advancing our understanding of homologous recombination in meiosis, a crucial biological phenomenon in eukaryotic reproduction.

The European Space Agency is guiding the satellite Aeolus back to Earth this week.

A recent study characterized the concentration and binding affinity of antibodies induced by SARS-CoV-2 WT strain against the Omicron subvariant BA.1.

Researchers have found that mutations in the Pro1 protein cause female sterility of the rice blast fungus coupled with increased release of asexual spores, which could provide the fungus with a fitness advantage.

The OU is to lead a consortium to develop a planetary protection approach that will enable the next generation of space missions

Astronomers have made a first-of-its-kind discovery: A white dwarf star with two completely different faces.

Two Queensland astronomers will be immortalised in space after the International Astronomical Union announced asteroids would be named after them.