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#astrophysics
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fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Ultrahigh Energy' Neutrino Found With a Telescope Under the Sea

Physicists have discovered the most energetic neutrino ever recorded on Earth, potentially revealing cosmic accelerators at work.
OMG science
fromBig Think
2 months ago

At what distance could a "twin Earth" detect our signals?

SETI has evolved significantly, focusing on detecting technosignatures from exoplanets with current technological advancements.
fromAeon
2 hours ago
philosophy

Ideas 'of pure genius' - how astronomers have measured the Universe across history | Aeon Videos

The article explores how historical figures contributed to our understanding of the cosmos, especially focusing on Eratosthenes and Kepler.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Ultrahigh Energy' Neutrino Found With a Telescope Under the Sea

Physicists have discovered the most energetic neutrino ever recorded on Earth, potentially revealing cosmic accelerators at work.
OMG science
fromBig Think
2 months ago

At what distance could a "twin Earth" detect our signals?

SETI has evolved significantly, focusing on detecting technosignatures from exoplanets with current technological advancements.
fromAeon
2 hours ago
philosophy

Ideas 'of pure genius' - how astronomers have measured the Universe across history | Aeon Videos

The article explores how historical figures contributed to our understanding of the cosmos, especially focusing on Eratosthenes and Kepler.
more#astrophysics
#astrobiology
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Is there life on another planet? Scientists find the strongest evidence yet

Astronomers found chemical signs of life on an exoplanet 124 light years away, igniting excitement and caution in the scientific community.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's human conceit to think we're alone': life must extend beyond earth, leading space scientist says

Life likely exists beyond Earth, as believing otherwise showcases human arrogance, according to Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Her Discovery Wasn't Alien Life, but Science Has Never Been the Same

A research team led by Dr. Wolfe-Simon found a life form capable of using arsenic instead of phosphorus, altering perceptions of biochemical life.
OMG science
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Is there life on another planet? Scientists find the strongest evidence yet

Astronomers found chemical signs of life on an exoplanet 124 light years away, igniting excitement and caution in the scientific community.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's human conceit to think we're alone': life must extend beyond earth, leading space scientist says

Life likely exists beyond Earth, as believing otherwise showcases human arrogance, according to Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Her Discovery Wasn't Alien Life, but Science Has Never Been the Same

A research team led by Dr. Wolfe-Simon found a life form capable of using arsenic instead of phosphorus, altering perceptions of biochemical life.
more#astrobiology
#colossal-squid
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Live colossal squid captured on video in wild for first time ever

The colossal squid has been filmed alive in the wild for the first time, marking a significant scientific breakthrough.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
OMG science

Colossal squid - the world's largest invertebrate - captured on camera in habitat for the first time

Colossal squid captured on video for first time in its natural deep-sea habitat, proving the ocean still harbors many mysteries.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Live colossal squid captured on video in wild for first time ever

The colossal squid has been filmed alive in the wild for the first time, marking a significant scientific breakthrough.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
OMG science

Colossal squid - the world's largest invertebrate - captured on camera in habitat for the first time

Colossal squid captured on video for first time in its natural deep-sea habitat, proving the ocean still harbors many mysteries.
more#colossal-squid
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Women's work is missing from the scientific literature

The gender gap in research publishing is gradually improving.
Climate disasters are leading to an insurance crisis.
A promising antibiotic was discovered in ambient conditions after a year of neglect.
#history
OMG science
fromBig Think
6 months ago

Is discovery inevitable or serendipitous?

Benedictus's accidental invention of shatterproof glass illustrates the unpredictable nature of innovation and serendipity in scientific discovery.
Everyday cooking
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: March 24, Exxon Valdez crashes in Alaska, creates massive oil spill

March 24 has seen significant historical events, including environmental disasters, scientific discoveries, and military actions.
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago
OMG science

Photos from 50-year-old camera reveal truth about Loch Ness Monster

A 50-year-old camera trap discovered at Loch Ness failed to capture evidence of the Loch Ness Monster, highlighting ongoing mysteries.
The camera remains functional and preserved, contributing to the history of Loch Ness investigations.
OMG science
fromBig Think
6 months ago

Is discovery inevitable or serendipitous?

Benedictus's accidental invention of shatterproof glass illustrates the unpredictable nature of innovation and serendipity in scientific discovery.
Everyday cooking
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: March 24, Exxon Valdez crashes in Alaska, creates massive oil spill

March 24 has seen significant historical events, including environmental disasters, scientific discoveries, and military actions.
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago
OMG science

Photos from 50-year-old camera reveal truth about Loch Ness Monster

A 50-year-old camera trap discovered at Loch Ness failed to capture evidence of the Loch Ness Monster, highlighting ongoing mysteries.
The camera remains functional and preserved, contributing to the history of Loch Ness investigations.
more#history
#microbiology
Medicine
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Researchers Found Promising Antibiotic In Garden Soil

A new molecule, lariocidin, discovered from soil samples shows promise in treating antibiotic-resistant e. coli infections.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Louis Pasteur's Relentless Hunt for Germs Floating in the Air

Louis Pasteur embarked on a unique expedition to seek airborne germs on a glacier, showcasing his relentless pursuit of scientific discovery.
Medicine
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Researchers Found Promising Antibiotic In Garden Soil

A new molecule, lariocidin, discovered from soil samples shows promise in treating antibiotic-resistant e. coli infections.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Louis Pasteur's Relentless Hunt for Germs Floating in the Air

Louis Pasteur embarked on a unique expedition to seek airborne germs on a glacier, showcasing his relentless pursuit of scientific discovery.
more#microbiology
#marine-biology
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
OMG science

How comb jellies 'reverse age' to survive DW 11/14/2024

The discovery of reverse development in jellyfish and related species showcases marine life's remarkable adaptability under stress.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
OMG science

How comb jellies 'reverse age' to survive DW 11/14/2024

The discovery of reverse development in jellyfish and related species showcases marine life's remarkable adaptability under stress.
more#marine-biology
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Shocking Dark Energy Findings Challenge the Standard Model of the Universe

New findings challenge long-held beliefs about dark energy and the cosmos' expansion, signaling potential revisions to the standard cosmological model.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A cell pulls off one of the 'Holy Grails' of biotechnology

A groundbreaking discovery reveals that a complex single-celled alga can convert nitrogen, potentially revolutionizing agriculture and reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

Scientists have uncovered a surprising way to prevent unwanted hair

A common food additive may lead to a revolutionary method for hair removal by activating taste receptors in hair follicles.
#artificial-intelligence
fromAxios
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Axios interview: DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis sees "watershed moment" for AI

AI advancements are now recognized for their contribution to scientific discovery, marking a pivotal moment in the field.
Hassabis expresses concern about the hype around AI, preferring a focus on its scientific potential.
He believes AI is underrated in the long-term despite recent popularity spikes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

An AI Fukushima is inevitable': scientists discuss technology's immense potential and dangers

AI has the potential to usher in a new golden age of scientific discovery, but significant challenges and risks must be navigated.
fromWashington Post
6 months ago
Science

Nobel Prize in chemistry awarded to three scientists for work on proteins

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded for groundbreaking advances in protein structure prediction and novel protein design using artificial intelligence.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
6 months ago

Axios interview: DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis sees "watershed moment" for AI

AI advancements are now recognized for their contribution to scientific discovery, marking a pivotal moment in the field.
Hassabis expresses concern about the hype around AI, preferring a focus on its scientific potential.
He believes AI is underrated in the long-term despite recent popularity spikes.
fromWashington Post
6 months ago
Science

Nobel Prize in chemistry awarded to three scientists for work on proteins

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded for groundbreaking advances in protein structure prediction and novel protein design using artificial intelligence.
more#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Hugging Face's chief science officer worries AI is becoming 'yes-men on servers' | TechCrunch

AI lacks creative problem-solving capabilities necessary for groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Current AI technology mainly fills in existing knowledge gaps without generating new insights.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Newly Discovered Asteroid 2024 YR4 Is at Risk of Hitting Earth. What Do We Do?

There's a very low, changing chance (2%) of asteroid 2024 YR4 colliding with Earth in 2032, which has caused significant media attention.
OMG science
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Sound of a meteorite striking Earth is revealed for the first time

A couple's Ring camera captured the first-ever sound of a meteorite striking Earth, leading to the identification of the Charlottetown Meteorite.
#material-science
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Scientist vs. the Machine

AI is increasingly impacting white-collar jobs, particularly in research and development roles.
The transformative potential of AI in materials science can lead to significant advancements in various industries.
OMG science
fromInverse
7 months ago

20 Years Ago, Two Physicists Made A Groundbreaking Discovery That Changed Technology Forever

Graphene, discovered by Geim and Novoselov, exhibits extraordinary properties, revolutionizing technology and research in materials science and electronics.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Scientist vs. the Machine

AI is increasingly impacting white-collar jobs, particularly in research and development roles.
The transformative potential of AI in materials science can lead to significant advancements in various industries.
OMG science
fromInverse
7 months ago

20 Years Ago, Two Physicists Made A Groundbreaking Discovery That Changed Technology Forever

Graphene, discovered by Geim and Novoselov, exhibits extraordinary properties, revolutionizing technology and research in materials science and electronics.
more#material-science
OMG science
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Scan Detects Evidence of "Lost World" Under Pacific Ocean

Geophysicists discovered remnants of submerged tectonic plates deep below the Pacific Ocean, challenging existing geological models and expanding our understanding of Earth's structure.
OMG science
fromWIRED
3 months ago

Could Humans Have a Brain Microbiome?

The possibility of a brain microbiome in humans is supported by recent findings in other vertebrates.
#paleontology
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fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

A Mummified Saber-Toothed Kitten Emerges in Siberia

The discovery of a saber-toothed cat mummy is a significant find in paleontology, being the first of its kind in 28,000 years.
OMG science
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Scientists discover 80million-year-old 'fully intact' dinosaur eggs

Discovery of the smallest fully intact dinosaur egg sheds light on dinosaur reproduction and diversity.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

Most Expensive Dinosaur Fossil Ever Could Reveal Stegosaurus Secrets

The American Museum of Natural History unveiled the Apex Stegosaurus, a record-breaking, near-complete fossil, highlighting significant paleontological history.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

A Mummified Saber-Toothed Kitten Emerges in Siberia

The discovery of a saber-toothed cat mummy is a significant find in paleontology, being the first of its kind in 28,000 years.
OMG science
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Scientists discover 80million-year-old 'fully intact' dinosaur eggs

Discovery of the smallest fully intact dinosaur egg sheds light on dinosaur reproduction and diversity.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

Most Expensive Dinosaur Fossil Ever Could Reveal Stegosaurus Secrets

The American Museum of Natural History unveiled the Apex Stegosaurus, a record-breaking, near-complete fossil, highlighting significant paleontological history.
more#paleontology
#molecular-biology
Artificial intelligence
fromHarvard
5 months ago

Did AI Solve the Protein-Folding Problem?

Understanding protein structure helps in diagnosing and treating various diseases.
X-ray crystallography was pivotal in revealing protein shapes.
Artificial intelligence
fromHarvard
5 months ago

Did AI Solve the Protein-Folding Problem?

Understanding protein structure helps in diagnosing and treating various diseases.
X-ray crystallography was pivotal in revealing protein shapes.
more#molecular-biology
#exploration
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 months ago
Science

The Modern Mathematics of Tiling a Bathroom Floor

Modern mathematics is an uncharted frontier where new discoveries are continuously made.
Math is more recent than traditionally understood, evolving with current explorations.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 months ago
Science

The Modern Mathematics of Tiling a Bathroom Floor

Modern mathematics is an uncharted frontier where new discoveries are continuously made.
Math is more recent than traditionally understood, evolving with current explorations.
more#exploration
#space-exploration
OMG science
fromMail Online
8 months ago

Humans closer to living on Mars with new theory to terraform planet

Elon Musk plans to colonize Mars by 2050, utilizing innovative methods like warming the planet with injected dust to support human life.
OMG science
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

Scientists long urged NASA to search for signs of life near Jupiter. Now it's happening

Bill Nye emphasized the importance of space exploration and the potential discovery of life on Europa during discussions with President Obama.
fromInverse
6 months ago
OMG science

This Innovative Technology Is Reinventing How We Can Study the Solar System

CubeSats are revolutionizing space exploration by being affordable, efficient, and task-focused.
OMG science
fromMail Online
8 months ago

Humans closer to living on Mars with new theory to terraform planet

Elon Musk plans to colonize Mars by 2050, utilizing innovative methods like warming the planet with injected dust to support human life.
OMG science
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

Scientists long urged NASA to search for signs of life near Jupiter. Now it's happening

Bill Nye emphasized the importance of space exploration and the potential discovery of life on Europa during discussions with President Obama.
fromInverse
6 months ago
OMG science

This Innovative Technology Is Reinventing How We Can Study the Solar System

CubeSats are revolutionizing space exploration by being affordable, efficient, and task-focused.
more#space-exploration
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

What is CERN? Inside the lab smashing particles together DW 09/25/2024

CERN has been pivotal in scientific progress, culminating in major discoveries and technological innovations over the past 70 years.
OMG science
fromFuturism
7 months ago

Scientists Intrigued by Detection of 650-Foot Mega-Tsunami

A unprecedented mega-tsunami in Greenland caused global seismic vibrations lasting nine days, reflecting climate change's significant impact on ocean dynamics.
OMG science
fromTheregister
7 months ago

ORNL works with Quantum Brilliance to merge HPC and quantum

The collaboration between ORNL and Quantum Brilliance seeks to innovate quantum computing integration with high-performance systems for enhanced scientific research and applications.
fromAeon
7 months ago
philosophy

What Pauli's neutrino reveals about scientific methodology | Aeon Essays

Radioactivity challenged the foundation of chemistry by demonstrating element transmutation, which was once considered alchemical myth.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

Ship Brings Rocky Clues to Life's Origins Up From Ocean's Lost City'

Specialists have discovered a massive and rare sample of rocky material from deep in the Mid-Atlantic seabed crucial for studying the origin of life on Earth.
OMG science
fromABC7 San Francisco
9 months ago

Scientists discover 'dark' oxygen being produced more than 13,000 feet below the ocean surface

The discovery of oxygen produced in the deep sea challenges existing scientific assumptions.
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