The last probe orbiting Venus has just shut down, and that's not good news
Today, there are no more probes in orbit around Venus, and that's not good news. In addition, we will certainly have to wait several years before this happens again.
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MicroLEDs: Hundreds of gigabytes per second with low energy consumption
Will microLEDs become important not only in displays but also in networking? Researchers discussed this topic at the SID Mid-Europe Chapter Conference in Göttingen. They anticipate enormous bandwidth gains and significant energy s...
Coherent: Truly borderless displays will soon become reality thanks to deep-UV lasers
With deep-ultraviolet lasers, Coherent wants to improve the cutting of displays. The German company specializes in critical steps for display manufacturing and is currently working on borderless displays. However, the production o...
Without this cosmic accident, life on Earth might never have existed
The appearance of water on Earth is subject to various theories. But two researchers have identified a unique event that could provide a different answer.
This celestial object orbiting Earth may have a surprising origin
An astronomer from Harvard recently spoke to define the origin of the mysterious object in orbit around the Earth. But it will be necessary to conduct other studies to have a definitive answer.
Cancer therapy breakthrough: New chemotherapy agent proves 20,000 times more effective and free of side effects in animal trials
Researchers have reengineered the chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil using spherical nucleic acids, making it 20,000 times more effective against leukemia cells in animal studies. Equally remarkable, no side effects were observed.
Scientists record the first dying human brain: Here is what they found and what it could mean for consciousness
For the first time, scientists have recorded the brain’s activity during death. It revealed memory-like gamma waves that challenge what we know about consciousness and the final moments of life.
Odd-looking galaxy with a bright core features as the Hubble Picture of the Week
The latest ESA/Hubble Picture of the Week features an odd-looking spiral galaxy — NGC 4102. The galaxy has an atypical spiral shape, but its luminous galactic center is what is of most interest to astronomers.
NASA’s James Webb Telescope maps 400-light-year-distant planet in 3D, revealing heat so extreme it breaks water apart
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has mapped the atmosphere of WASP-18b, a massive exoplanet 400 light-years away, in three dimensions for the first time. The ultra-hot Jupiter’s dayside reaches such blistering temperatures that e...
Webb's picture of the month: Beautiful image of the Red Spider Nebula gets selected for October
Webb has provided a new view of an astonishing planetary nebula located in the constellation Sagittarius — NGC 6537. Given the nebula’s shape, it is commonly called the Red Spider Nebula. The image was released as the James Webb T...
Maximum clarity: Innovative e-paper reaches human-eye resolution without backlight
With a pixel density of over 25,000 PPI, the newly developed Retina E-Paper reaches the resolution limit of human vision. Its color display works without an internal light source, relying instead on electrochromic nanopixels that ...
Astronomers might find signs of life on exoplanets in less than 4 years
In less than four years, astronomers could discover extraterrestrial life forms on other planets. And this, thanks to a revolutionary new telescope that will be operational in 2029.
The most violent event in the universe could be visible from Earth in less than 10 years
According to a recent study, we will be able to see a black hole explosion in less than ten years. And that's not all, because current telescopes will be able to observe and study it.
NASA made a strange discovery under the surface of the Moon
NASA has discovered cavities on the Moon, and while this news may seem insignificant, it could be a major asset for space exploration. But further studies will be needed to avoid any danger.
Scientists discover a planetary system with two stars and three Earth-like exoplanets
Space is a dark and mysterious place, and recently astronomers discovered three planets orbiting two stars in the same system. And it's also reminiscent of a world-famous sci-fi license.
After 20 years of research, astronomers discover a planet that looks strangely like Earth
After twenty years of research, astronomers have just discovered a planet which looks remarkably like Earth. And that's not all, because further studies will be needed to determine whether life has developed there.
Milestone in electrification: EVs charge on highways for the first time – while in motion
The world’s first highway capable of wirelessly charging electric vehicles while in motion has opened on the A10 southwest of Paris. The “Charge as you drive” pilot project uses induction coils embedded in the road surface to deli...
Hubble image of a star-studded galaxy emerges as Picture of the Week
The latest Hubble Picture of the Week is an image of a star-studded spiral galaxy — NGC 4571. From hot massive blue stars to glowing pink nebulae, the image presents interesting features of this galaxy that could help scientists u...
Nanoscale OLEDs: scientists reduce the size of OLED pixels to just 300 nm
With the advent of nanoscale OLEDs, VR headsets, AR glasses, projectors and wearables could soon integrate screens with billions of pixels, bringing lifelike visual accuracy and increased power efficiency.
Ohio State University researchers realize they're not high after turning shiitake mushrooms into memory cells
Ohio State University researchers have demonstrated the ability to read and write data to shiitake mushrooms using an Arduino UNO microcontroller board and a simple test circuit. Roadblocks to commercialization include the storage...
Artificial light is drowning out the Moon: here is what city bright lights are doing to humans and other species
As the planet brightens under city lights and screens, moonlight’s ancient rhythm is fading. Scientists warn that artificial light is disrupting the lunar clock shared by humans, corals, and other species; reshaping sleep, reprodu...
ESA's Swarm spots a fast-growing anomaly in the Earth’s magnetic field
Using data from ESA’s Swarm satellite constellation, scientists have discovered a growing weak spot in the Earth’s magnetic field. The weak spot is called the South Atlantic Anomaly as it is located over the South Atlantic. This d...
Google’s Willow chip runs quantum algorithm 13,000 times faster than supercomputers: here is how its superconducting design makes it possible
Google claims its new Willow quantum processor has achieved a verifiable “quantum advantage,” performing calculations 13,000 times faster than today’s most powerful supercomputers. The superconducting chip’s design could finally p...
Breathing through the gut: Study confirms treatment is well tolerated
An international research team has tested enteral ventilation – oxygen delivery through the intestine – in humans for the first time. The phase 1 study confirms that the method is well tolerated. Further research will be needed to...
Sensational discovery: First hoofed dinosaur found
Researchers in Wyoming have uncovered two remarkably well-preserved fossils of the duck-billed dinosaur Edmontosaurus annectens, providing the first known evidence of hoof-like structures in a dinosaur.
A rice-sized bionic eye implant helps legally blind people read letters again in a successful trial and brings artificial sight closer to reality: here is how it works
A wireless bionic eye implant the size of a grain of rice has helped legally blind patients read and recognize faces again for the first time. Early trials show that the device, which connects to AI-powered smart glasses, could ma...
Popular galaxy full of standard candles features as Hubble Picture of the Week
NGC 3370 is the featured galaxy on the ESA/Hubble Picture of the Week. The galaxy contains Cepheid stars and type Ia supernovae, both of which are standard candles. These objects help astronomers measure distances to faraway galax...
Inhalers generate over 2 million metric tons of carbon emissions annually — study
A UCLA Health study has found that inhalers in the U.S. had generated over 2 million metric tons of carbon emissions annually over the past 10 years, resulting in an estimated social cost of $5.7 billion.
United Airlines 737 hit by mystery object at 36,000 feet: Investigators probe whether it came from space
A United Airlines 737 suffered a cracked cockpit window mid-flight over Utah, forcing an emergency diversion. Investigators are analyzing debris and flight data to determine whether the mystery object that struck the aircraft orig...
A $62 SanDisk SD card survived the tragic Titan submersible implosion: Here is how it was found and what was on it
Investigators examining the Titan submersible wreck found a deep-sea camera containing a $62 SanDisk SD card that remained intact. The card yielded 12 photos and 9 videos, a rare example of consumer storage surviving an extreme oc...
Study finds: Users are the real cause of AI hallucinations
A recently published study shows that the prompts given to AI assistants play a major role in the occurrence of so-called AI hallucinations. This is good news for users, as it suggests they can actively reduce false or fabricated ...
TSMC accelerates 2 nm chip production and U.S. expansion as the global race for next-gen AI processors heats up
TSMC has moved up its 2 nm production schedule in a major shift in the global semiconductor race. With its Arizona expansion and growing AI demand, the chipmaker is positioning itself at the center of next-generation computing.
Study warns of historic labor market shift: 50% of all jobs could disappear
In only a few years, artificial intelligence and humanoid robots could transform the job market. Some experts warn of large-scale job losses, while others remain more optimistic.
Breakthrough in cardiology: AI could revolutionize heart attack treatments
A new AI breakthrough from Zurich could revolutionize cardiac care. Researchers have developed a model that predicts heart attack risk and treatment outcomes more accurately than previous systems, revealing that not all patients r...
This artificial muscle can support 4,000 times its own weight and stretch 12 times its length
A group of researchers at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has developed a highly capable artificial muscle with adjustable characteristics. This muscle can go from being flexible to being extremely stron...
This is how the chain fountain effect behaves in space
British science YouTuber Steve Mould teamed up with NASA astronaut Don Pettit aboard the ISS to explore the chain fountain effect he originally discovered – this time in zero gravity. Pettit conducted the experiment under Mould’s ...
It may not be a household robot, but it sure knows its kung fu – the Unitree G1 shows major improvements in its moves
In its latest iteration, Kungfu Kid V6.0, the humanoid robot Unitree G1 demonstrates impressively smooth and precise martial arts movements, including complex routines and noticeably improved spin kicks. Compared to earlier footag...
Hubble image of nearby dusty galaxy is selected as the Picture of the Week
The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope Picture of the Week is an image of NGC 7496. NGC 7496, a galaxy that sits about 24 million light-years away from Earth, has now featured twice as the picture of the week.
Small-scale wind power for everyone: New turbines operate from just 2.7 m/s
Together with the Berlin-based BBF Group, the Fraunhofer Institute has unveiled the first lightweight prototypes of a highly efficient small wind turbine. With a low startup threshold, the turbines are well suited for areas with l...
"Molecular dance" – key mechanism of cell movement finally decoded, offering new insights into cancer research
How do cells move – for instance, during wound healing or when immune cells track down bacteria? Scientists have been investigating this question for years. Now, a team from the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology in Dort...
Texas city spends $1 million to relocate 400-year-old oak tree using rare high-tech system: here is how it works
A Texas city is investing nearly $1 million to save a 400-year-old oak tree using a rare engineering system known as ArborLift. The high-tech pneumatic lifting method will allow the million-pound tree to be moved safely without da...
Atomic-thin chip breakthrough promises faster, thinner, and more power-efficient devices
A research team at Fudan University has successfully combined an atomically thin 2D memory module with a conventional silicon chip. The result — a fully functional hybrid chip that could lead to smaller, faster, and more powerful ...
Scientists map Martian winds using 1,039 dust devils, revealing strong near-surface winds
Researchers combined data from two Mars missions to build a catalogue of 1,039 dust devils. They measured the speed and direction of these dust devils, using the information to map the Martian wind. This study could be crucial whe...
These Martian probes captured an event that no one else saw
These Martian probes have managed to capture an image that terrestrial telescopes are not capable of capturing. And the result is mind-boggling given their equipment.
picoRing: A ring-shaped computer mouse that lasts over a month on one charge
A team of researchers at the University of Tokyo has developed a device called picoRing — an ultra-low-power, ring-based mouse that uses a novel communication method. The researchers say it can endure over a month of continuous us...
Webb makes first-ever measurement of the physical and chemical properties of a potential moon-forming disk
For the first time ever, scientists have been able to get direct measurements of the physical and chemical properties of a potential moon-forming disk. With the data from this study, scientists can advance in their understanding o...
ESA detects giant wave in the Milky Way, possibly from a collision with a smaller galaxy
A team of researchers has discovered a great wave in our Milky Way galaxy. The discovery was made using observations from ESA’s Gaia space telescope. The discovery is helping our understanding of how stars in the Milky Way move.
NASA to launch six satellites that will study and map particles from the Sun
NASA is planning a summer 2026 launch for the heliophysics mission, SunRISE. The mission involves six small satellites. These satellites will work together to better protect astronauts and satellites by determining the direction o...
This very important space mission is threatened by the US government shutdown
Faced with the US government shutdown, NASA finds itself in serious difficulty. And one of its most important missions could even disappear, dashing many hopes.
Hubble image of a galaxy with a circumnuclear starburst ring selected as picture of the week
The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope Picture of the Week is a spiral galaxy located about 70 million light-years away in the constellation Cepheus — NGC 6951. The image shows the galaxy in detail, including the activity around its ...
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