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A new equation may explain the Universe without dark matter

University of Ottawa researcher Rajendra Gupta proposes a groundbreaking theory suggesting dark matter and dark energy don't exist, but are illusions created by weakening fundamental forces as the universe ages. His single equation explains both cosmic expansion and galaxy rotation without requiring mysterious particles, potentially doubling the universe's age and resolving puzzles about early galaxy formation while...

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Black Hole ‘Superflare’ Is the Strongest Ever Seen

Astronomers confirmed the most luminous black hole burst ever detected, a "superflare" over 10 trillion times brighter than the Sun that occurred 10 billion light years away. The record-breaking blast likely resulted from a black...

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Water jets may break up into droplets thanks to jiggling molecules

Water streams from faucets break into droplets due to molecular vibrations caused by heat, according to new research by physicists. Through 158 experiments using various nozzles and fluids, scientists discovered that thermal...

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New plant system triggers crops to grow themselves with genetic upgrades

Texas Tech University scientists developed a breakthrough method that uses plants' natural wound-healing systems to create gene-edited crops in a fraction of the time. By combining two key genes, WIND1 and IPT, researchers can...

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Scientists unveil ‘gyromorph’ material that may fix light-loss issues in photonic chips

NYU scientists created "gyromorph" materials that blend liquid disorder with crystal patterns to better control light in photonic chips. These materials could solve light-loss problems hindering faster, energy-efficient optical...

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Breakthrough compact laser reaches 80% efficiency, transforming ultrafast tech

University of Stuttgart researchers created a palm-sized laser system with over 80% efficiency using multipass optical parametric amplification, doubling traditional systems' 35% efficiency and enabling portable applications.

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How Your Brain Creates ‘Aha’ Moments and Why They Stick

Neuroscientists have uncovered how the brain creates sudden "aha" moments by studying participants who viewed abstract black-and-white images while in brain scanners. When people experienced insight, three brain regions showed...

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The future of asteroid mining: Missions, resources, and challenges explained

Diamonds rain down on distant gas giants, while water bodies in space dwarf Earth's oceans by trillions of times over. These cosmic treasures hint at something closer to home: asteroids and the Moon packed with metals, water, and...

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Three Chinese astronauts stranded in space after debris hits their return capsule

Three Chinese astronauts remain stranded on the Tiangong space station after space debris struck their return capsule hours before their scheduled Wednesday departure. Officials are investigating the damage while the crew awaits...

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US firm’s nuclear power push to overcome solar limits for deep space missions, nears test

Intuitive Machines received an $8.2 million contract extension from the US Air Force to develop compact nuclear power systems that overcome solar power limitations for deep space missions. The technology uses a Stirling-based...

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MIT researchers invent new human brain model to enable disease research, drug discovery

MIT researchers developed miBrains, the first 3D brain tissue model with all six major cell types that replicates human brain functions. Testing showed how APOE4 genetic variants cause Alzheimer's through astrocyte and immune...

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Science Is More Messy than the Scientific Method Implies

Real science is messier than textbook versions, involving continuous peer review, community feedback, and iteration. Understanding this realistic, iterative process is more important for science literacy than memorizing facts.

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Archaeologists Uncover a Monumental Ancient Maya Map of the Cosmos

Archaeologists found a 900 B.C.E. cosmic map at Aguada Fénix, the oldest Maya site, featuring cross-shaped pits and canals aligned with cardinal directions, suggesting collective religious construction rather than hierarchical...

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From lab to life: How US engineers teach humanoid robots balance and precision

Iowa State University engineers are developing advanced methods to help humanoid robots achieve better balance and precision in complex tasks like walking, grasping objects, and navigating rooms. Recent studies comparing...

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MIT engineers design simulation tool to predict lightning strikes on modern aircraft

MIT engineers developed a simulation tool that predicts lightning strike patterns on aircraft and creates color-coded maps showing which sections need the most protection for safer aircraft designs.

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End of brain surgery? Injectable chips self-implant to treat brain disease safely

MIT researchers created injectable microscopic chips called "circulatronics" that travel through blood to self-implant in brain regions, treating neurological diseases without invasive surgery by naturally crossing the...

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James Webb telescope makes first 3D map of an alien planet's atmosphere

Scientists used the James Webb Space Telescope to create the first three-dimensional map of an alien planet's atmosphere, revealing distinct temperature zones on WASP-18b, a gas giant 400 light-years away. Using eclipse mapping...

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Scientists create fluoride-free gel that restores lost enamel within two weeks

University of Nottingham scientists developed a protein-based gel that mimics natural enamel growth, actively rebuilding lost tooth enamel within two weeks rather than just preventing decay like fluoride treatments. The...

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Artificial neurons that behave like real brain cells

Scientists at USC have created artificial neurons that physically replicate real brain cell behavior using silver ions in oxide materials, rather than just mathematically simulating brain activity. These "diffusive memristors"...

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Solar Orbiter captures first detailed view of Sun’s poles and fast magnetic flows

ESA's Solar Orbiter has captured the first detailed images of the Sun's poles by tilting 17 degrees above the planetary plane, revealing previously hidden magnetic field movements. The spacecraft discovered magnetic fields...

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Scientists achieve 10 times hydrogen output from nuclear waste using new method

Scientists at the University of Sharjah discovered that radiation-enhanced electrolysis can boost hydrogen production from nuclear waste by up to 10 times, potentially transforming over 4 million cubic meters of stored...

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A breakthrough map reveals how the brain really works

Scientists mapped how brain regions' connections determine their functions using scans from over 1,000 people. Each region has a unique "connectivity fingerprint" that predicts its role in language, memory, and decision-making.

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Superconducting qubit that lasts for over 1 millisecond is primed for industrial scaling

Princeton engineers created a superconducting qubit lasting over 1 millisecond—three times longer than previous lab records and 15 times the industry standard—by using tantalum metal and silicon substrates instead of traditional...

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New quantum hardware puts the mechanics in quantum mechanics

Quantinuum unveiled its new Helios quantum computer, featuring 96 trapped-ion qubits—a significant jump from its previous 56-qubit system—while maintaining high performance and connectivity between any two qubits. The innovative...

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