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Babylonian Tablets Help Unraveling Space’s Weirdest Mysteries

Ancient Babylonian tablets from 3,000 years ago help scientists solve one of the most peculiar mysteries in space. A recent study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that ancient Babylonian cuneiform tablets could hold key scientific insights into the Earth’s geomagnetic field. The Levantine Iron Age Anomaly (LIAA) is an example […]

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Lunar Exploration in 2024: A Pivotal Year for Human and Robotic Missions

Astronomy, Planetary Science, Science / Ngoma Manuel

The anticipation for a “Return to the Moon” has reached a climax, and 2024 emerges as a key year in lunar exploration. While some focus on the symbolic significance of humans setting foot on the lunar surface again, the scientific community places greater importance on the wealth of knowledge accumulated through multiple missions. Two main

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Juno Finishes Its Nearest Pass by Jupiter’s Volcanic Moon Io

Astronomy, Planetary Science, Science / Eduardo Paulo

NASA’s Juno spacecraft had its closest encounter with Jupiter’s moon Io in more than two decades on December 30, 2023. The robotic probe approached within 930 miles (1,500 km) of the volcanic moon, capturing detailed images of its south pole. Initiated on August 5, 2011, Juno is now in the third year of its extended

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Observations for the Night Sky in January: Linking Celestial Patterns through Asterisms

Astronomy, Science, Stellar Astronomy / Eduardo Paulo

In our notes about the night sky in December, we talked about how the Orion constellation looks like an hourglass and is easy to see. But guess what? It turns out that what we see as Orion is not the whole constellation; it’s actually just a part called an asterism. An asterism is like a

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KSTAR’s Latest Upgrade: Potential Breakthrough in Nuclear Fusion

Nuclear & Particles, Physics, Science / Ngoma Manuel

The Korea Superconducting Tokamak Advanced Research (KSTAR), situated in Daejeon, South Korea, continues to push the boundaries of nuclear fusion research. Recently, significant upgrades have been introduced to enhance its capabilities, enabling the generation of high-temperature plasma exceeding 100 million degrees Celsius for extended durations. The KSTAR Tokamak: Harnessing the Power of Nuclear Fusion KSTAR

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Why do People Get Sick with Viruses in Winter?

Healthcare, Science / Ngoma Manuel

Dr. Matthew Binnicker, Director of the Clinical Microbiology Molecular Lab and Co-Director of the Clinical Virology Lab at Mayo Clinic sheds light on the annual surge of respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and influenza during colder months. Beyond increased indoor activities, Dr. Binnicker highlights the influence of humidity and weakened immunity in fostering virus transmission. The

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Lula Vetoes Part of Brazil’s Disputed Pesticide Bill

Earth Science, Environmental Science / Jorge Paka

On Thursday, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil rejected crucial sections of a contentious law aimed at relaxing regulations on pesticide usage in the country. As a major player in agriculture, Brazil holds the title of the world’s largest consumer of pesticides, with a significant portion falling under the classification of highly hazardous

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eSoil Boosts Plant Growth with Electrical Pulses to the Roots

Science / Jorge Paka

Hydroponic farms enable the cultivation of numerous crop plants in a limited space, but their superiority to traditional farms hinges on faster plant growth. This potential may soon be realized through the creation of electrically conductive “eSoil.” While hydroponic farms dispense with conventional soil, they employ a growth medium for the roots, commonly utilizing mineral

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Unforeseen COVID Symptoms Emerge with JN.1 Variant’s Spread

Epidemiology, Healthcare, Science / Ngoma Manuel

The JN.1 COVID variant has rapidly gained prevalence, becoming the predominant strain of the virus in the United States, as the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported. Its impact is also felt in the United Kingdom, China, and India. Uncertainty Surrounds JN.1 Symptoms Health authorities are currently grappling with uncertainties regarding whether

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Methane Threat: The Alarming Migration of Natural Gas Under Permafrost

Climatology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Science / Marcílio Santos

According to scientists, large amounts of methane may be stored beneath the permafrost and could leak if it thaws. Methane is spreading beneath the permafrost in Svalbard, according to research. While lowland areas contain ice-rich permafrost that acts as an excellent gas seal, highland areas with less ice appear more porous. If permafrost thaws excessively,

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