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Concrete is a cornerstone of modern construction, but its inherent flaws pose significant challenges for construction companies—and environmentalists alike. Now, though, engineers have developed a …
X-rays have fundamentally revolutionized healthcare, giving us views of the human body and even almost impossible views of atoms. However, the radiation involved in X-rays …
A revolutionary new medical test highlighted in a study in Nature Medicine could transform infection diagnostics forever. This new metagenomic sequencing test can detect a …
If you’re a fan of stunning night skies, Friday night is your last chance to witness a supermoon in 2024. Known as the Beaver Moon, …
In a surprising twist, scientists conducting a DNA analysis of Ludwig van Beethoven’s hair have uncovered new details about the composer’s health—and an unexpected revelation …
Concrete is a foundational material in construction, but it can encounter a costly problem: cracking. Engineers have been looking for ways to make stronger, more durable …
Imagine being traced to a particular location based on the bacteria you pick up on your travels. Researchers from Lund University have created an AI …
Did you know that gravity isn’t the same everywhere on Earth? In Canada’s Hudson Bay, gravity is slightly weaker than the global average—an anomaly scientists …
Imagine a world where robots clean your home, beaches, and even public spaces. We’re already well on our way there, but a new self-learning robotic …
Stargazers, mark your calendars as the North Taurid meteor shower will peak tonight, giving you a chance to witness bright streaks of fireballs as they …
Researchers at RMIT University have discovered a way to create electricity from Styrofoam. Traditionally considered a major pollutant, Styrofoam is also apparently a surprising source …
A group of researchers in Japan have made quite the breakthrough. According to a new study published in the Proceedings of the Japan Academy, Series …
Your music listening habits could be putting your hearing at risk. A recent study published in the BMJ Global Health Journal warns that between 670 …
Imagine a device that not only purifies water but also recycles waste, all at an affordable price. Researchers at Dalhousie University in Canada have made …
Researchers working at Cornell have made a breakthrough discovery that could spell the end of exploding batteries. Several years back, this was an especially big …
Japan has finally launched the world’s first wooden satellite into orbit. The satellite was developed by Kyoto University and homebuilder Sumitomo Forestry and will fly …
Researchers have identified a particular cellular protein that affects aging. They’ve also managed to tweak this gene to produce it in fruit flies, extending their …
We can bend light around corners. I know it sounds crazy, and it looks crazy when you see it in action for the first time. …
The hunt for more sustainable concrete to replace the climate change driving force of Portland cement has hit a massive leap in progression. This progression …
A sunken temple that feels like it could be straight out of an Indiana Jones movie has been discovered off the coast of Italy. The …
Scientists have created a new compound that can self-destruct cancer cells. The compound is made up of two proteins, which researchers “glued” together. They describe …
We don’t really understand why we dream. It’s something scientists have been baffled by for decades. However, researchers may have found a simple way to …
Despite clear indicators and evidence that red meat can be linked to some types of cancer, scientists have struggled to find the exact mechanism responsible …
The U.S. Air Force is using specially designed structures placed in the waters of St. Andrew Bay to attract oysters. The hope is that the …
An experimental eye implant could be the secret to restoring a patient’s central vision—the part of our eye that lets us see faces, details, and …
The aptly named Halloween comet (comet C/2024 S1) has been captured on video, burning up as it approaches the Sun. The Solar and Heliospheric Observatory …
Ancient Rome was full of master builders and engineers. The fruits of their labors can still be seen in the aqueducts they built—which still function …
