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This microorganism used for biofuel production is actually three species

The differences between the species are huge.

Key Facts About the Safety of AI-Powered Cars

AI is upon us. Self-driving cars have been touted as the next big thing for years. The marriage between the two appears as promising as ever and yet — are AI cars actually a thing? The automotive industry has significantly changed in recent years. Cars have become smarter, more technologized, and all the more complex. […]

Rare archaeological site shows Neanderthals were crafty and adaptable

They were not the rudimentary cavemen they're sometimes portrayed as.

The great escape: A celestial object is fleeing the Milky Way at record speed

The newly discovered object sure wants to get out of the galaxy quickly.

A 600-year-old coral shows us how the Pacific Ocean has changed since 1370

A single coral in Fiji that is more than 600 years old has recorded how Pacific Ocean temperatures have varied during its long life.

The importance of standardized data in clinical research

The boring but very important field that

Extreme Rescue: The mountain lion caught in a trap edition

What would you do if you found a cougar caught in a trap? You should call these guys, that's what.

The banana apocalypse is coming. Can we stop it this time?

It's not the first time we've had big banana problems.

This AI will let you listen to one person and mute everyone else in a crowd

When you pair this AI with noise-canceling headphones, it allows you to listen to only the person you want to talk to in a crowd.

The ancient world of crinoids: Stunning photos of these flower-like fossils that are not flowers

Have you ever seen this type of fossil?

Parvovirus B19: CDC warns of new "slapped cheek disease" uptick

The disease is not typically dangerous, but in children and vulnerable people, it can damage various parts of the body.

Gaia mission shows that many asteroids have moons, and it's not clear why

These asteroids are important for understanding the history of the solar system.

What do meteor showers look like?

The Perseids (probably the most famous meteor shower) are peaking this week. But what do they look like?

Richard Feynman explains the scientific method in 10 minutes

Feynman was not only one of the most accomplished physicists in history. He was an amazing teacher.

Your insecticide doesn't do squat against cockroaches

Not only can cockroaches withstand what nature throws at them, but they can even withstand the insecticides made to kill them.

The Rise and Fall of Civilizations: What the Bronze Age Collapse Teaches Us About Today

Eric Cline masterfully unpacks what followed after the collapse of Bronze Age civilizations, offering lessons for today.

Stonehenge’s 6-tonne Altar Stone Was Sourced From Far-Off Scotland. How Did It Get There?

New research reveals Stonehenge's iconic Altar Stone originated in Scotland.

This Robot Dentist Just Performed Its First Procedure on a Human—Here’s What You Need to Know

The robot dentist can fix your cavities in 15 minutes. But would you trust it?

Can We Terraform Mars? New Study Suggests a Simple Dust Trick Might Work

Engineered dust could make Mars habitable for microbial life, a step towards terraforming.

The phage wars: multiple viruses block each other from infecting cells

More of a bad thing is usually bad. But in the case of viruses, it may be good.

Mars may have a lot of water in its crust. It's just too deep to use

Mars may have oceans' worth of water — but it's more than 10 km under the surface.

Scientists Have Turned to Mayonnaise to Solve One of Nuclear Fusion’s Biggest Problems

Scientists are using mayonnaise to crack the code of nuclear fusion, bringing us closer to a future powered by clean, limitless energy.

Newly Decoded Babylonian Tablets Uncover 4,000-Year-Old Predictions of Doom

Scholars have deciphered 4,000-year-old cuneiform tablets, revealing ancient beliefs linking lunar eclipses to ominous events.

The Hidden Forests Inside China’s Deepest Sinkholes Are Unlike Anything on Earth

The trees inside the tiankengs enjoys a rich supply of nutrients.

Scientists Put Over 100 Experienced Astrologers to The Ultimate Test — The Results Are Embarrassing

Experienced astrologers fail to match people to their natal charts above random chance.

DeepMind's new AI robot can probably beat you in ping pong

It won't win any Olympic medals just yet, but the robot is probably the best ping-pong machine ever built.

Scientists Discover Largest Protein Hidden in Toxic Algae

Researchers uncover record-breaking protein, shedding light on harmful algal blooms and potential new medicines.

Russian chess player is accused of poisoning her opponent

The heinous act was caught on tape as well.

Climate measures saved almost 40,000 lives in 2023 in Europe alone

A new modelling study shows that without climate adaptation, plenty of people would lose their life every year.

Scientists Drill Record-Breaking Depth into Earth's Mantle, Uncovering Clues to Life's Origins

New insights into Earth's mantle challenge our understanding of geology and life.

Satellite-based radar shows how much Chinese cities have grown in the past three decades

The technique could be used for a wide array of urban studies.

AI Expert Ray Kurzweil Says We’re Just Years Away from Human-Level AI (And This Could Change Everything)

Ray Kurzweil envisions a future where our minds merge seamlessly with machines, unlocking a new era of intelligence and immortality —but at what cost?

Humans experience jet lag, but migratory animals don’t. Here’s why

Flying on an airplane switches time zones too quickly, leaving no time for our bodies to adjust.

Astronauts went to the ISS for a week. They might be stranded there for half a year due to faulty Starliner

The unexpected delay raises serious concerns about Boeing's Starliner capsule.

Living close to pesticide use linked to higher stillbirth risk

Living within half a kilometer from pesticide use during early pregnancy or even prior to conception may be a problem.

Cats show signs of grieving after death of other pets, including dogs

Anecdotal evidence from their caregivers suggests that cats exhibit grieving behavior over lost household companions.

Scientists Witness New Valleys Forming Right Before Their Eyes During Icelandic Volcanic Eruption

During the lead-up to recent volcanic eruptions near the city of Grindavík, scientists documented graben formation in real time.

Water-powered electric field bandage can help long-term wounds heal faster

Cheap, hi-tech bandages may be coming soon to a hospital near you.

Your water contains microplastics. There's a surprisingly simple way to remove them

A simple trick you can do at home can clean your water from the vast majority of microplastics.

How much better are LEDs than fluorescent tubes? About 44%, one study finds

LEDs are probably still the most efficient option for lighting.

This European satellite can track nitrogen dioxide — and it wasn't meant to

The satellites are even more potent than we thought.

Researchers in Singapore have uncovered a new Candida clade. It could be a global threat

It seems to already be present in several countries.

How Good (or Bad) You Look In High School Yearbook Photos May Predict Lifespan

Study reveals that physical attractiveness in high school yearbook photos is linked to lifespan.

Archaeologists strike gold: A literal pot of gold coins found in Turkey

The coins were likely used to pay Greek and barbarian merceneries.

Remembering the Tuskegee experiment: when rural Alabama Black men were intentionally exposed to syphilis with no treatment

It's been 50 years since one of the most unethical studies in the history of science was exposed to the public.

Venom from an almost-scorpion is useful against hospital germs

Our war against drug-resistant pathogens isn't going so well. Pseudoscorpion venom could help.

The legendary Göbekli Tepe site could be the world's earliest solar calendar

The discovery of Göbekli Tepe changed our understanding of Neolithic civilizations. We might have only scratched the surface.

New type of wood discovered in Tulip trees proves we don't know everything about plant anatomy

It is neither hardwood nor softwood. However, it's great at storing the atmospheric carbon.

Money Does Buy Happiness. Life Satisfaction Rises In Concert With Wealth, New Study Shows

There's no "ceiling" apparently to how much money can contribute to happiness.

To exercise or snack? This unsuspecting brain chemical plays a major role

Step aside dopamine, you're not the only one calling the shots.

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