A scientist trained rats to play video games and now there’s video proof
You need to see this video about how a neuroengineer taught rats to play video games. In 2020, Viktor Tóth, a former Feinstein Institutes neuroengineer …
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Viral video of a woman befriending an octopus has everyone getting emotional
A new video of a woman helping an octopus has taken Twitter by storm. From the biggest whales to the smallest fish, the ocean is …
A NASA spacecraft just touched the Sun for the first time ever
NASA has finally taken another step in its goal to touch the sun. Earlier this year, the Parker Solar Probe dipped beneath the Sun’s corona. …
Freakish fish with transparent head captured in mind-blowing viral video
Researchers with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute have captured video of a fish that can see through its own head. It’s known as a …
Mysterious cosmic explosion called ‘The Cow’ might’ve finally been explained
Back in 2018, a massive cosmic explosion made its way to earth as a bright flash of blue. The flash was quickly nicknamed AT2018cow, or …
DARPA is working on revolutionary tech that turns air into food
DARPA wants to make a microbial food production system that can create foodstuff using air, electricity, and water. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) …
Our galaxy’s supermassive black hole has sprung a leak
The supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy may not be sleeping, after all. Previously, scientists believed that the supermassive black hole at …
Don’t miss one of the last meteor showers of the year
2021 is almost over and that means a new year of epic discoveries and celestial events. Before we go, though, there’s at least one last …
Revolutionary new FDA-approved eye drops help you see without glasses
A drug company has created a new eye drop that lets people see without reading glasses. The new drop is called Vuity and was approved …
Scientists might create exercise in a pill with this newly discovered particle
You might be able to skip leg day at the gym and still get some of the benefits of exercise. “How?” I hear you ask. …
Divers discovered a horrifying 26-foot sea worm that only comes out at night
Divers off the coast of New Zealand came face to face with a giant sea worm that was almost 30-foot long. The creature is called …
Scientists came up with a crazy plan to make Mars habitable
There’s a new plan could make life on Mars more of a possibility. The plan is built around the idea of giving Mars an artificial …
Breakthrough anti-aging chemical successfully extends the lives of mice
Scientists have discovered an anti-aging chemical that can be derived from the seeds of a grape. The researchers isolated the chemical from the extract of …
The Moon is visiting Jupiter this month and you only have one chance to see it
The Moon’s orbit will bring it in line with Jupiter on Thursday evening. But you’re only going to get one chance to see it this …
Study says there’s a huge benefit to taking Viagra, and it’s not what you think
It turns out that Viagra is good for more than just keeping the fun going at the end of date night. In fact, a new …
A terrifying new planet with oceans of lava was just discovered
A new planet discovered by scientists has oceans of lava covering its surface. The hellish planet is called GJ 367b, and it’s roughly 30 light-years …
This dinosaur fossil found in Chile has a tail like a sword
Discoveries of new dinosaur fossils show just how dangerous the lives of Earth’s early creatures were. These discoveries also show us how early creatures evolved …
Comet Leonard is buzzing past Earth and you have one chance to see it
A once-in-a-lifetime comet sighting is happening throughout December, and you don’t want to miss it. Everyone is talking about Comet Leonard because it’s so unique, …
China successfully modified the weather to create clear skies, researchers say
Researchers at a Beijing university say China’s weather authorities successfully used weather modification to ensure clear skies during a major celebration this year. The Chinese …
Scientists discovered an unexpected force that may have helped create life on Earth
Scientists may have found more evidence of how life on Earth came to be. The culprit? Solar wind. According to a new study, solar wind …
This video of a giant phantom jellyfish with 33-foot arms will haunt your nightmares
Sometimes science likes to remind us of just how terrifying life can be. The latest reminder comes in the form of new footage captured by …
Actual 3D-printed steaks are now being served in restaurants – here’s where
The future of eating out at fancy restaurants could be built on 3D-printed steaks. Redefine Meat, an Israeli startup, is expanding where its product is …
Scientists found a bizarre underwater world and the video is mesmerizing
A new video from the Schmidt Ocean Institute gives us a closer look at a beautiful underwater world that you need to see for yourself. …
This megaspider with fangs is nightmare fuel that’ll haunt your dreams
The Australian Reptile Park has had a massive funnel-web spider donated to it. The people at the park have named it Megaspider. Megaspider is the …
150,000 images combined to make this mind-blowing 300-megapixel photo of the Sun
Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has released a new series of sun photos that perfectly capture the intensity of our star. The photo, which McCarthy shared on …
DNA test data breach affects millions of people – see if you’re one of them
DNA Diagnostics Center (DDC), a popular DNA and paternity testing company, announced in a notice this week that it detected a data breach in August. …
Someone invented sneakers that get planted and grow into trees when they’re worn out
Tired of funding the pollution of the world with every pair of shoes you buy? A Canadian designer has made a pair of biodegradable shoes …
A huge asteroid stronger than a nuclear bomb is headed our way this month
Giant space rocks continue to threaten the planet as yet another large asteroid is headed towards the Earth this month. If an asteroid impact were …
The largest organism in the world is being eaten alive
The world’s largest organism, which is found in the Wasatch Mountains of the western United States, is slowly being eaten alive. Known as Pando, the …
Epic NASA video imagines the surreal future of space travel
NASA has released a video showcasing its vision for the future of space travel, including kayaking on Titan. NASA continues to share inspiration for the …
