The Euclid space telescope, launched recently on a mission to unravel the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy, has successfully reached its designated orbit. On Monday, the European operators of the spacecraft shared the first test images, offering a glimpse of its enormous potential. Although these initial snapshots were taken during the calibration phase
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Earth’s oldest craters hold valuable information regarding the early Earth’s structure, the formation of celestial bodies in the solar system, and the interpretation of crater records on other planets. However, a recent study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets suggests that these ancient craters are nearly impossible to find, hindering our understanding of
The year 2022 marked a significant milestone in the field of sustainable materials with the announcement by researchers from Aarhus University of an innovative and cost-effective method for breaking down polyurethane (PU) plastic. This breakthrough offers a promising alternative to the disposal of PU waste in landfills or incinerators. Building upon their initial success, the
In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Science Advances, an international team of physicists has demonstrated the efficacy of deep-learning artificial intelligence (AI) technology in accurately quantifying the level of entanglement in quantum systems. Previous research has shown that the extent of “quantumness” can be represented by a single number, but measuring this entanglement
Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating neurodegenerative disorder that currently has no cure. However, a recent experimental vaccine has shown promising results in mice, providing hope for potential prevention or modification of the disease. Developed by researchers from Japan’s Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, this vaccine targets a specific protein found in senescent cells, which
It is every space mission’s worst nightmare: losing contact with the spacecraft. On July 21, controllers faced this dreaded scenario when they lost communication with Voyager 2, located billions of kilometers away in the depths of space. The spacecraft, however, seems to be functioning normally and may be sending valuable data back to Earth. The
Earthquakes are natural disasters that can cause significant damage and loss of life. Scientists have made great strides in understanding and predicting earthquakes, but there are still many aspects that remain a mystery. One such mystery is the distinction between slow and fast earthquakes and how their magnitudes change over time. In this article, we
In a groundbreaking study conducted by a research team led by Prof. Yossi Paltiel at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the influence of nuclear spin on biological processes has been unveiled. This discovery challenges long-held assumptions and paves the way for exciting possibilities in the realms of biotechnology and quantum biology. The findings, published in
Antimicrobial resistance has become a significant global threat, rendering most clinical antibiotics ineffective against certain pathogenic bacteria. In response to this alarming situation, researchers at the University of Oklahoma’s Center for Antibiotic Discovery and Resistance have made a groundbreaking discovery that offers hope in the battle against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Antibiotics typically target specific components of
The brains of mice can benefit from an active and varied lifestyle, resulting in enhanced neural connections, according to a recent study conducted by researchers in Germany. By comparing the brain activity of mice raised in different environments, the researchers found that those raised in an “enriched” environment exhibited more activity in their hippocampus, indicating
Stars, although seemingly simplistic, possess a fascinating complexity that demands further exploration. While it is commonly known that gravity and nuclear fusion play significant roles in a star’s existence, delving deeper into the intricate details reveals a multifaceted and intricate system. Understanding the behavior of stars necessitates the use of sophisticated computer models to accurately
A recent breakthrough in astronomy has shed new light on the formation of giant planets. Through observations made using the Very Large Telescope and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array, astronomers have identified clumps in the thick dust cloud surrounding a baby star, V960 Mon, that could potentially collapse and form the seeds of planets such