The vampire viruses replicating by latching onto other viruses
As if viruses weren't frightening enough!
Dr. Andrei Mihai is a geophysicist and founder of ZME Science. He has a Ph.D. in geophysics and archaeology and has completed courses from prestigious universities (with programs ranging from climate and astronomy to chemistry and geology). He is passionate about making research more accessible to everyone and communicating news and features to a broad audience.
As if viruses weren't frightening enough!
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Two Swedish scientists have developed a promising non-human bait solution to combat resilient bedbug infestations.
Researchers have found a way to monitor water quality continuously and cheaply.
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So, are you better than an algorithm?
Our ancestors left us an interesting legacy.
Your skin isn't lying to you.
This year, besides pumpkin pie, you can try adding some international flavor to your Halloween dinner.
Most communities changed. This one didn't.
This might get a little spooky.
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We love carving pumpkins... but why do we do it?
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Talk about a way to launch planes.
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Researchers are working on turning food waste into energy.
Recycling can be confusing and inefficient. Technology may improve that.
Talk about an explosive find!
Australian cane toads evolve rapidly, with tadpoles turning cannibalistic and hatchlings speeding up development in response.
Talk about a historical plot twist.
It's not a "devil comet".
This marsquake opens up a can of tectonic worms.
This world is the most likely known candidate for being an ocean planet.
Meet Ellen, the influencer who isn't actually real.
It's the first time something like this has been discovered.
A new contender enters the weight loss arena.
Deep beneath your feet lies an enigma wrapped in molten metal and time.
The illegal drug is stepping more and more into the medical spotlight.
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Unlocking the secrets of our planet's hidden inner dynamo.
Can this actually make a difference, though?
Paris is probably not the place to be right now.
Unveiling the molten marvel that's more important than you assume.
Minute robots can change shape mid-flight without using any batteries.
We really should pay more attention to our cookware.
AI scored in the top 1% of creative thinkers and this is definitely the weirdest timeline.
This could not only identify more cases but also reduce the load on strained medical systems.
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Can economic models help countries make better water-related decision?
AI reflects our imperfections, unveiling hidden biases in data -- and in our society.
Insects have the spectacular ability to repel liquids. Researchers now want to emulate it.