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Stem cells grown in microgravity on the International Space Station show enhanced regenerative potential compared to those cultured on Earth. Researchers have found that the space environment fosters better cell growth and function, potentially accelerating new biotherapies for conditions like stroke, dementia, and cancer.
China is revising its Long March 9 rocket design to closely resemble SpaceX's Starship. The latest specifications include a fully reusable first stage with 30 methane-fueled engines, similar to Starship's 33 Raptor engines. China...
UC Berkeley and ETH Zurich researchers trained cheap $120 robot arms to clean spills using GPT-4. The project, completed in just four days, created a visual language model for human-robot interaction and utilized approximately...
Researchers at the University of Southampton developed a fiber optic "nervous system" for drones to monitor their own structural health, potentially reducing the need for frequent manual inspections. The system uses light signals...
Researchers have developed a paper-based wearable device that generates electricity from moisture in the air. The innovative technology uses bacterial spores to break down water molecules, creating an electric charge that could...
LaKe, a new "exercise mimetic" drug, claims to replicate the effects of running 10km, promising benefits like fat burning and improved endurance, potentially aiding the elderly or infirm, but cannot fully replace physical...
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MIT's new 3D transistors, made with ultrathin semiconductors, leverage quantum mechanics to outperform silicon in energy efficiency and power, potentially revolutionizing electronics with ultra-dense, low-voltage designs in a...
RoBoa, a 328-foot-long snake-like robot developed by ETH Zurich engineers, uses a growth-based locomotion system with a soft, expandable tube to navigate hazardous and confined spaces, making it suitable for industrial...
Pa 30, a supernova remnant 6,500 light-years away, displays unique spiky filaments and contains a surviving white dwarf, with new 3D observations suggesting it's likely the remains of a 1181 supernova, though the filaments'...
A new chromium selenide cathode for potassium-ion batteries achieves near-maximum capacity with minimal carbon additives. This breakthrough advances potassium batteries as a potential affordable, eco-friendly alternative to...
The new board game simulates life choices and happiness, featuring a shared pawn moving through six key decisions across five life phases, with action cards providing randomized instructions instead of a rulebook.
A solar-powered water desalination device developed by Dalhousie University researchers shows promise in addressing water scarcity. The portable device, incorporating recycled tires, generated 3.67 liters of fresh water daily...
Researchers at Princeton University have discovered a new geometric approach to quantum physics called "surfaceology" that simplifies complex particle interactions. This method, which uses curves on surfaces to calculate...
China has built its largest tunnel-boring machine (TBM), with a 16.64-meter diameter. The 5,000-ton "Jianghai" will create a tunnel under the Yangtze River, linking Nantong and Suzhou as part of a 24-mile highway project due for...
Korean researchers have developed a high-efficiency hybrid solar cell that captures both visible and near-infrared light. The new technology combines perovskite and organic photo-semiconductors, boosting power conversion...
Jupiter's 13th moon, discovered by Charles Kowal in 1974 and temporarily named J-XIII, has been confirmed to orbit the planet in the same direction as Jupiter's rotation.
Scientists in Rwanda have identified two tree species, Senna siamea and Gliricidia sepium, with potential to generate clean electricity for rural areas. These fast-growing trees have dense wood and high calorific values, making...
Nuclear power is gaining renewed attention in commercial shipping as the industry seeks greener alternatives. While nuclear-powered military vessels have existed for decades, the technology's potential for reducing emissions in...
Mysterious craters up to 230 feet wide are appearing in Russia's Arctic tundra. Scientists believe these are caused by explosive methane releases from thawing permafrost, potentially triggered by osmosis and climate change. This...
Iceland plans to pioneer space-based solar power through a collaboration aiming to develop a 30MW orbital solar plant by 2030. The $800 million project could power up to 3,000 homes continuously at a quarter of nuclear power's...
The US Space Force monitors orbital objects and builds European partnerships to counter Russian and Chinese development of space weapons, while relying on private companies like SpaceX for space defense innovations.
This laser technology breakthrough enhances space debris tracking accuracy 10,000-fold, allowing scientists to pinpoint satellite locations within centimeters by combining Satellite Laser Ranging with advanced gravity field...
Astronomers have observed a rapidly spinning neutron star in the X-ray binary system 4U 1820-30, rotating 716 times per second. Detected using NASA's NICER X-ray telescope, the star is 26,000 light years away, measures 12 km...
Zoetrope vinyl records create animated illusions using 19th-century animation principles, requiring special viewing methods like smartphone cameras or strobe lights. The effect relies on persistence of vision and the phi...