Space science
'Second Jupiter' discovered 17,000 light-years from Earth
Analysis of a trove of old image data from the Kepler space telescope reveals a gas giant exoplanet very similar to Jupiter.
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Life
Smart consumption: Beware of these 7 ways to lure customers in the supermarket
Don't forget the original and observant purpose when choosing products in the supermarket, be a smart and discerning consumer.
Scientific application
Physicists create extremely compressible 'light gas'
Gases are usually composed of atoms or molecules that swirl more or less rapidly through space.
New technology
The world's most intelligent traffic management system
The new Melbourne project will use AI, deep learning algorithms and predictive modeling to reduce travel times, emissions and traffic congestion.
Flu epidemic
Find the technology to fly Covid-19, the vaccine is no longer needed?
Ultraviolet light called Far-UVC may open a new chapter in the prevention of airborne pathogens in our homes.
Health
Light to moderate alcohol can also damage the brain
Drinking one to two drinks a day has been linked to changes in the brain comparable to two years of aging. Drinking more alcohol is associated with even larger amounts.
Scientific application
Humans can see through the night if nanoparticles are injected into their eyes
A recent study conducted by scientists at the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine shows that: Humans can see clearly at night if they are injected with nanopa…
Science Events
This new material will help us light up the house without using electricity
Researchers have prepared a new series of sustainable luminescent materials by refining lignin, a key component of wood, in a 3D polymer network that simulates the wood…
Space science
A photo of a mysterious circle one million light-years wide
The MeerKAT Radio Telescope has sent back to Earth a stunning update of the mysterious radio circle known as ORC1.
Space science
Studying the light emitted by black holes helps narrow the search for axions
The light particle - called an axion - has been proposed as a solution to the mystery of why the universe has so little antimatter and is a candidate for the elusive dar…
New technology
Unique shield makes objects invisible
The company Invisiblity Shield Co creates a shield that helps people or objects in the back almost 'disappear'.
Health
A series of harms to the body when you leave the light on to sleep
Turning off all lights and drawing curtains before bed can help protect your health, according to a recent Northwestern University study.
Space science
Portrait of 'A-Cen Earth' habitable, only 4.37 light-years away
Of the two other solar systems closest to Earth, there must be a rocky, habitable planet that has designed its basic portrait: Earth α-Cen.
Science story
The quantum silkworm releases a glowing silk thread
Through quantum technology, scientists have successfully made silk threads that glow in a completely natural way.
Science Events
Inverted rainbow or illusion 'teasing' viewers of creation?
The reverse rainbow was discovered by Italian astronomer and elementary school teacher Marcella Giulia Pace as the sun was about to set in the sky on February 24.