Space science
Rapid discovery, scientists are closer to identifying dark matter
New results from the world's most sensitive dark matter detector have narrowed down the range of particles known as WIMPs to the best ever.
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Discover science
What is the fastest muscle in the body? I bet 99% of people get it wrong!
The eye muscles are the fastest and most sensitive muscle group in the body. Many people were surprised by this answer.
New technology
Artificial touch helps robots be as sensitive as humans
Scientists have successfully developed an artificial tactile system that can be used in creating prosthetic hands, helping robots have the ability to feel like humans.
Health
The fishy-tasting leaves are extremely sensitive 'hypoglycemic drugs', growing on the edges of Vietnamese fields
This vegetable that grows wild on the edges of fields and ponds is a precious herb that supports the treatment of many diseases and is very good for people with diabetes.
Discover science
Bombs left over from the World War are increasingly explosive
Bombs containing the compound Amatol from decades ago are becoming more dangerous because the substance is increasingly sensitive to impacts.
Biology
New discovery: Bacteria emit sound, only mute when encountering antibiotics
Have you ever wondered if bacteria make a special sound? According to scientists, if we know how to listen to bacteria, we can tell if they are alive or not.
New technology
Developed ultra-sensitive device that hears bacteria
Ultra-sensitive hearing devices could be the key to doctors facing the growing crisis of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Health
What is over-sensitivity? Are you a sensitive person?
Do you find yourself feeling faint sensations that others don't? Are you easily startled?
New technology
The bio-electronic tongue helps 'taste' the sweetness
Experts have developed a new device that evaluates sweetness objectively, 10 times more sensitive than older bio-electronic devices.
New technology
Chinese scientist develops 'electronic skin' that connects humans and robots
With enhanced haptic feedback, the 'e-skin' allows the wearer to control the robot remotely and become 'empathetic' with one another.
Biology
Discover the world's most 'sensitive' flower
Chinese scientists have announced the discovery of four new species of plants in the Genesis Gentian that can close their petals for a few seconds when touched.
Space science
The world's most sensitive telescope after 4 years of space exploration
With extremely high sensitivity, the FAST radio telescope has helped scientists detect a large number of pulsars and radio signals.
Space science
Why can't we hear when we sleep?
While sleeping, our bodies tell themselves not to care about the surrounding noises, movements and smells so we don't wake up. This decision is controlled by the brain.
Animal world
Eels are about to forget their faces, Japanese aquariums call guests for video calls
Due to the lack of tourists, the garden eels at the Japanese aquarium have begun to forget about human presence and become sensitive.
Computer science
Hackers can steal data via the vibration of cooling fan
Israeli researchers have discovered a novel way for hackers to steal sensitive data from a highly secure computer: touching vibrations from a computer's cooling system f…