Archeology
After 1,800 years, ghosts from ancient Mayan cities are still enough to harm people
New research into ancient Mayan citadels warns archaeologists could be in danger as a ghost that harmed ancient people rises again when dug up.
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Archeology
Pharaoh Tutankhamun possessed treasures from outside the Earth?
A fiery attack from extraterrestrials 29 million years ago created a unique material that has been sought after since ancient times: Libyan glass.
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Why are pencils called pencils even though they don't contain lead?
We call it a brush pen because its nib is made of feathers; we call it a fountain pen because its nib is made of metal. So why is a pencil called a pencil when it is not…
Conquer Mars
How will humans build on Mars?
A simple manufacturing technology based on chitin, one of the most common organic polymers on Earth, could be used to build tools and shelters on Mars.
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Ancient ocean floor discovered surrounding Earth's core
Scientists have found an ancient ocean floor deep inside the Earth with mountains five times taller than Mount Everest through seismic data.
Conquer Mars
New idea allows researchers to make oxygen on Mars
Researchers have successfully created a coating capable of generating oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide, making it a potential candidate for Mars landing missions.
AI - Artificial intelligence
Discovering more than 2 million new crystal structures, Google's AI shortens 800 years of research for humanity
Instead of spending time and effort on trial and error experiments to find new materials, Google's AI development department used machine learning models to shorten this…
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Why do images of black holes appear to be burning from the outside?
The accretion disk around a black hole makes it appear as if the material is burning because the material is swirling rapidly and giving off a lot of heat.
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The first train to transport the most expensive material on the planet
Researchers plan to use trucks to transport containers of antimatter to laboratories in Europe by 2025.
New technology
Humanoid Robots Work in a Chinese Factory
Robotics startup MagicLab introduces a fleet of humanoid robots at a factory to train them in a variety of jobs.
Environment
Successfully manufactured cheap material to remove 99.8% of microplastics from water
This invention offers a new and sustainable solution to the global microplastic pollution problem.
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As an essential element for 'power generation,' why is cobalt so controversial?
Global cobalt demand is expected to quadruple by 2030, driven largely by the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, according to a report by the World Economic Forum.
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China and Russia develop extreme cold-resistant material that can maintain mechanical properties at -150°C
The material is expected to be ideal for making mechanical parts and structures that operate in extremely cold conditions.
Science invention
New Biodegradable Plastic Invention Leaves No Microplastics Behind
Researchers have recently developed a biodegradable plastic that contains no microplastics. It is still durable and can be fully recycled.
New technology
China makes breakthrough in 'invisible' materials
Chinese researchers say they have developed a material that allows humans to blend into their environment like a chameleon.