Gliese-12b, a newly discovered exoplanet located just 40 light-years away from our Solar System, has sparked immense interest in the scientific community. The similarities it shares with Earth, including a comparable radius and potentially rocky composition, make it a prime candidate for further study. Astrophysicist Shishir Dholakia of the University of Southern Queensland sees great
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The issue of water scarcity is becoming increasingly dire as climate change and socioeconomic factors continue to exacerbate the situation. A recent study conducted by Utrecht University, as published in Nature Climate Change, highlights the disproportionate impact of water scarcity on populations in the Global South. It is evident that clean water is not only
Exercise is increasingly being recognized as a powerful medicine in the fight against cancer. It has the ability to stimulate the immune system, increase cancer-fighting cells in the body, and even slow down the growth of cancer cells. Furthermore, exercise can reduce the side effects of cancer treatments such as fatigue, muscle and bone loss,
The discovery of a second human case of bird flu in the United States has raised concerns among health authorities, as an outbreak of the H5N1 virus continues to circulate widely among dairy cows. The two individuals who contracted the virus were dairy farm workers from Texas and Michigan, both of whom experienced only minor
A recent discovery in astrophysics has shed light on the spin speed of a supermassive black hole located a billion light-years away from Earth. Through the observation of changes in light emitted as the black hole became active and consumed matter, scientists were able to determine the rate at which the black hole rotates on
The utilization of CO2 as a chemical raw material holds immense potential for reducing emissions and decreasing the dependency on fossil feedstocks. A recent study published in the journal Angewandte Chemie International Edition introduces a groundbreaking metal-free organic framework that enables the electrocatalytic production of ethylene from CO2. Ethylene, a crucial building block for various
Large language models (LLMs) have gained popularity in recent years for their ability to process, generate, and manipulate text in various languages. However, along with their impressive capabilities, LLMs are also known for their tendency to generate hallucinations – responses that are entirely inaccurate, nonsensical, or inappropriate. This raises concerns about the reliability of these
California has been significantly impacted by wildfires over the past few years, with up to 70% of the state covered in smoke during certain periods. A recent study conducted by the University of California, Davis, shed light on the effects of wildfire smoke on California’s lakes. The study utilized a combination of lake-based sensors and
Hepatitis C is a blood-borne virus that primarily affects the liver, leading to inflammation and potential liver damage if left untreated. The virus is transmitted through blood-to-blood contact, which can occur in various ways such as through blood transfusions, intravenous drug use, or medical procedures involving contaminated blood. Baby boomers, born between 1945 and 1965,
The latest research conducted by a team from University College London sheds new light on the intriguing world of sleep. According to the study, when our brains enter the realm of slumber, specific neural connections are partially weakened, allowing for a crucial period of rest and reset. This phenomenon, observed during the initial hours of
The process of converting carbon dioxide into valuable chemicals has recently gained significant attention due to the potential to mitigate the impacts of greenhouse gases on the environment. A collaborative project involving the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory, Northern Illinois University, and Valparaiso University has made a breakthrough in this area by developing
Researchers in Italy have developed a groundbreaking prototype fiber optic gyroscope to monitor ground rotations caused by earthquakes in the volcanic area of Campi Flegrei in Naples. Led by Saverio Avino from CNR-INO, the team aims to improve risk assessment and strengthen early warning systems in this densely populated region. By capturing both linear and