The first images unveiled by Europe’s Euclid space telescope have astounded scientists and provided an incredible glimpse into the vast expanse of the Universe. These images, captured by Euclid’s wide-lens view, range from a renowned nebula to previously unseen galaxies located an astonishing 10 billion light years away. Scientists describe the images as a diverse
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The issue of child victims of abuse online has become a pressing concern for regulators and tech companies alike. In response, major players in the tech industry, such as Facebook-owner Meta and Google, have recently announced their collaboration in a new program called Lantern. With growing public scrutiny surrounding their efforts to protect children and
Natural gas, comprised of methane and ethane, is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. These gases are continuously released from natural gas wells into the atmosphere and are more potent greenhouse gases than carbon dioxide (CO2). Additionally, storing these gases is more challenging compared to their corresponding alcohols, such as methanol and ethanol. Unfortunately,
Africa is facing a severe air pollution crisis, with cities in the region being among the most polluted in the world. Over the past 50 years, air quality in African nations has deteriorated rapidly, reaching levels that exceed the recommendations set by the World Health Organization. As populations continue to grow and industrialization accelerates, the
Microscopes have long been used to study materials by irradiating them with light or electrons. However, a research group from the Institute of Industrial Science at the University of Tokyo is challenging this traditional approach. They are pioneering a new method that leverages the faint light emitted by materials themselves, generated by heat. This innovative
In recent research, scientists have discovered a potential connection between the use of oral contraceptives and changes in specific parts of the brain responsible for processing fear. These findings may shed light on the gender disparities in fear-related mechanisms. It is well-established that hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle can impact the brain’s circuitry related
Virgin Atlantic has received a landmark permit from Britain’s aviation regulator for a transatlantic flight powered entirely by sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). This permit marks a significant step towards decarbonizing the aviation industry and showcases the possibilities of greener aviation practices. The flight, scheduled for November 28, will depart from London and arrive in New
Climate simulations and climate traces from the past are often at odds with each other, leading to discrepancies in understanding climate changes. A team of researchers led by physicist Thomas Laepple and climatologist Kira Rehfeld sought to address this issue by examining the causes and consequences of these discrepancies. The surprising findings, published in the
Biocatalysis has long been recognized as a promising field for the development of biotechnological processes that enable the recycling of plastics. However, the lack of knowledge about the molecular mechanisms underlying biocatalysis has hindered progress in this area. In a groundbreaking research project led by a team from the Universitat Jaume I, a new approach
The NASA asteroid probe Lucy has recently completed the first of its flybys of its asteroid targets, resulting in a groundbreaking discovery. Asteroid Dinkinesh, located in the main belt between Mars and Jupiter, has been found to have its own tiny little asteroid moon. This revelation suggests that there may be numerous binary asteroids in
In a long-awaited move, the FDA has proposed to revoke the registration of a modified vegetable oil known as brominated vegetable oil (BVO). BVO has been used since the 1930s as an emulsifying agent in citrus-flavored sodas, helping to evenly distribute flavoring agents and prevent them from floating to the top of the beverage. However,
When someone performs a belly flop into a swimming pool, the result is a loud splat, a huge splash, and a painful sting. But have you ever wondered why belly flops are so painful? According to Daniel Harris, an assistant professor in Brown University’s School of Engineering, the physics behind belly flops are not as