The levels of dissolved oxygen in the world’s water bodies are dropping quickly, and scientists consider this a major threat to Earth’s life support system. Much like atmospheric oxygen is crucial for animals, dissolved oxygen (DO) is key for the health of aquatic ecosystems, whether in freshwater or marine environments. Given that billions of people […]
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Researchers have created a remote, non-invasive technique for selectively controlling brain neurons with magnetic fields. This method promises deeper insights into brain function and the potential for new treatments for disorders. In a recent study, researchers from the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) and Yonsei University in South Korea tested a technology they developed that
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NASA has shared details about its plan to deorbit the International Space Station (ISS) after it is decommissioned in 2030. During a press conference, NASA explained that the US Deorbit Vehicle (USDV), which is being built by SpaceX, will be used for this task. The ISS, one of the most ambitious and costly space engineering
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China is aiming to enter the field of planetary defense. A recent paper by the China National Space Administration (CNSA) reveals plans for a test mission in 2030 to deflect a small asteroid from its current trajectory. If there is to be a space race, developing methods to protect Earth from rogue asteroids is one
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Bird flu seems to have transmitted from a dairy farm in Colorado to a neighboring poultry farm, resulting in the infection of five workers assigned to cull the affected birds. The highly contagious avian influenza H5N1 virus poses pandemic risks, prompting urgent efforts to develop a vaccine to mitigate its severe consequences. The US Centers
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A robotic truck with a 105-ft (32-m) telescopic boom arm has recently traveled from Australia to Florida. Now, this construction robot is set to begin constructing up to 10 houses, aiming to establish itself as the preferred choice for building entire communities. Robotics company FBR developed the truck with its brick-laying arm, known as the
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Watering and fertilizing crops to meet global food demands is a significant challenge in agriculture. Scientists at the University of Texas at Austin have now developed a “smart soil” that enhances plant hydration and provides a controlled nutrient release. Tests show it significantly improves crop growth while using much less water. An estimated 70% of
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Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery: a small region of our brain shuts down briefly to take microsecond-long naps while we’re awake. Interestingly, these same areas become active during sleep. These findings could provide crucial insights into neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative diseases associated with sleep disturbances. Researchers from Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) and the
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The first expedition to the Titanic since last year’s Titan submersible disaster, which resulted in the loss of five lives, is currently underway. The mission aims to conduct the most detailed imaging survey yet of the historic wreck to study the impact of the sea environment on the ship. When the RMS Titanic struck an
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Exercise is crucial for weight loss, but it seems to be more effective for some people than others. A new study focusing on slight variations in a class of metabolism-related molecules might shed light on this discrepancy. The molecule in question is PGC-1⍺, a protein involved in the breakdown of carbohydrates and fats. Although previously
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