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Exploring Cosmic Origins: Did Black Holes or Galaxies Emerge First?

The farther we peer back in cosmic time, the more surprises the universe reveals. A new analysis of observations by the revolutionary James Webb Space Telescope shows that supermassive black holes—long thought to have formed later in cosmic history—actually existed at the very dawn of time and played a pivotal role in birthing new stars. […]

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Revolutionizing Structural Biology: Affordable Cryo-EM Microscope Prototype Unveiled

An ingenious new cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) microscope prototype developed by UK scientists could revolutionize protein imaging by slashing prohibitive equipment costs, preventing widespread adoption. Offering drastic affordability improvements through clever optimization, the prototype may soon reach commercialization for under $500,000—nearly 10 times cheaper than existing high-end models. In recent years, cryo-EM has emerged as a […]

Revolutionizing Structural Biology: Affordable Cryo-EM Microscope Prototype Unveiled
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AI Model Points to Volcanoes as Main Culprit in Dinosaur Die-Off

To settle the ongoing debate about whether an asteroid impact or volcanic eruptions caused the Cretaceous-Paleogene (K-Pg) mass extinction 66 million years ago, researchers at Dartmouth College took an innovative computational approach. They used climate modeling powered by a network of interconnected processors to analyze possible extinction scenarios without human input or bias. By modeling […]

AI Model Points to Volcanoes as Main Culprit in Dinosaur Die-Off
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Mysterious High-Energy Cosmic Ray Dubbed ‘Amaterasu’ Traced to Origins Beyond Our Galaxy

Astronomers recently detected an extraordinarily powerful cosmic ray in Utah, unlike any observed before, carrying enough energy to briefly feel like a brick hitting your toe when it passed through Earth. Nicknamed ‘Amaterasu’ after the Japanese sun goddess, the invisible particle likely originated from an enigmatic void beyond our galaxy’s outskirts, perplexing researchers. While less […]

Mysterious High-Energy Cosmic Ray Dubbed ‘Amaterasu’ Traced to Origins Beyond Our Galaxy
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Beaver Moon 2023: Optimal Viewing Times for November’s Full Moon

The November full moon, known fondly as the Beaver Moon, will soon illuminate the night sky. Beginning Sunday evening, gazers can behold the moon’s bright glow as it reaches its peak fullness early Monday morning. While the full moon may look familiar, its precise features alter slightly each month, said Dr. Noah Petro of NASA. […]

Beaver Moon 2023: Optimal Viewing Times for November’s Full Moon
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Chinese Rocket Carried Mysterious Undisclosed Payload Before Crashing into Moon

In March 2022, a piece of a used Chinese rocket unexpectedly crashed into the lunar surface, leaving an unusual double crater in its wake. Now, new research by scientists at the University of Arizona provides compelling evidence that the rocket debris had a secret payload attached, adding further intrigue to the strange impact. The new […]

Chinese Rocket Carried Mysterious Undisclosed Payload Before Crashing into Moon
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Massive “Devil Comet” Continues Violent Eruptions as it Approaches Earth

A volatile comet nicknamed the “devil comet” due to past dramatic outbursts has experienced its most significant eruption yet, as it hurtles towards a 2024 close encounter with Earth. The eruption briefly made the 18-mile wide comet brighter than a galaxy 600 million lightyears away, showcasing its intense cryovolcanic behavior. Four Explosive Outbursts Observed Since […]

Massive “Devil Comet” Continues Violent Eruptions as it Approaches Earth
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The Majestic Lost City Discovered in the Atlantic Ocean’s Depths

In the year 2000, scientists made an incredible deep-sea discovery. Nestled on an underwater mountain west of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, they found a vast hydrothermal field unlike any other known vent system. This alien world was fittingly dubbed the Lost City. The Towering Pinnacles of the Lost City The Lost City consists of lofty, creamy […]

The Majestic Lost City Discovered in the Atlantic Ocean’s Depths
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Atmospheric Escape Causing Distant Exoplanets to Shrink Over Time

A new study reveals that the atmospheres of some planets beyond our solar system are slowly leaking away into space, causing these worlds to shrink in size over time. Air Escaping Through Planetary Processes, Not Stellar Winds The air loss is not caused by winds from the planet’s stars stripping away their protective atmospheres, as […]

Atmospheric Escape Causing Distant Exoplanets to Shrink Over Time
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NASA Launches Free Streaming Platform NASA+ Focused on Space Exploration

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has unveiled an exciting new platform for space enthusiasts everywhere. NASA+ is a free streaming service available through the NASA app that provides users access to fascinating space-focused content. With the launch of NASA+, the government agency aims to share its wealth of space-related material more broadly. According […]

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