Throughout history, Jupiter’s Great Red Spot (GRS) has captured the fascination of astronomers with its massive size and powerful storms. Dating back to the 1600s, the GRS has been a longstanding feature of the Solar System. However, despite centuries of observation, the exact date of its formation and its longevity remain subjects of debate. Have
The study of dark energy and dark matter has long been a mystery in the field of physics. Ordinary matter makes up only a small percentage of the universe, with the rest being attributed to dark matter and dark energy. Detecting and understanding these components of the universe is crucial in unraveling the secrets of
In a groundbreaking study led by Professor Alexander Kvashnin from Skoltech’s Energy Transition Center, a team of researchers has uncovered the unique catalytic properties of tungsten pentaboride, WB5-x. This new material has proven to be superior to traditional catalysts and has the potential to revolutionize various industrial processes. One of the key findings of the
Roboticists have made great strides in developing sophisticated systems over the years. However, the challenge lies in teaching these systems to effectively tackle new tasks. Mapping high-dimensional data, such as images from RGB cameras, to robot actions is a crucial aspect of training. Recently, researchers at Imperial College London and the Dyson Robot Learning Lab
2,500 years ago, a major earthquake caused a significant change in the course of the Ganges River, one of the largest rivers on Earth. This event was recently discovered and documented in a study published in the journal Nature Communications. The earthquake led to the rerouting of the main channel of the Ganges River in
In recent years, there has been a concerning increase in the number of calls to poison control centers in the U.S. related to psilocybin exposure among adolescents and young adults. Psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound found in “magic mushrooms,” has gained popularity as a recreational drug, especially after it was decriminalized and legalized in certain cities
After a period of silence, the distant but beloved Voyager 1 spacecraft has finally reestablished contact with Earth, transmitting valuable science data back to its creators at NASA. This reconnection comes after months of confusion and frustration, during which the probe was unable to communicate effectively due to technical issues. Now, with all four of
President Aleksandar Vucic recently announced that Serbia could potentially start exploiting its lithium reserves as early as 2028. This news comes after receiving new guarantees from Australian mining giant Rio Tinto and the European Union. The Jadar region in western Serbia is said to hold one of the largest lithium reserves in Europe, a metal
Large language models (LLMs) have been a topic of fascination due to their ability to understand written prompts and generate responses that closely resemble human language. The GPT-4 model, which powers platforms like ChatGPT, has astounded users with its conversational capabilities in various languages. Researchers at UC San Diego recently delved into the question of
The Milky Way, with its vast expanse of stars and cosmic wonders, holds many mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Among these mysteries are hypervelocity stars, rogue objects that defy the norms of orderly orbital patterns and hurtle through space at incredible speeds. These stars, while rare, provide astronomers with unique challenges and opportunities to delve
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has recently garnered attention for his unprecedented compensation package, which was approved by shareholders. The 10-year pay plan, valued at $44.9 billion, is a staggering amount that reflects Musk’s significant contributions to the company’s success. Despite facing setbacks earlier in the year due to a court ruling that invalidated
The world’s population has seen a significant increase in the number of centenarians, making them one of the fastest-growing demographic groups. With their numbers doubling roughly every ten years since the 1970s, these individuals have become a subject of interest for scientists and researchers worldwide. Understanding how long humans can live and what determines a