Conelisa N. Hubilla

Electric Blue Tarantula Species Dazzles Like Jewel in Thai Mangrove Forest; What Is the Secret Behind Their Vivid Coloration?

09.22.2023 06:02 AM

A new species of tarantula with electric blue coloration was found in a mangrove forest in Thailand, baffling scientists with their unique appearance. Learn more about this arachnid in this article.

Fiber That Is Stronger Than Steel: Is Arachnid Silk the Future of Sustainable Clothing?

09.21.2023 11:00 AM

A team of scientists has genetically engineered silkworms to produce full-length spider silk proteins. Learn more about it in this article.

Mysterious Blue Molecule Allows Light To Be Squeezed Out; How Does Azulene Help in Efficient Energy Management?

09.21.2023 10:46 AM

A team of scientists have discovered a new blue molecule that can help make better use of light energy. Find out more about it in this article.

Chameleon-Inspired Color-Changing Coating Adjusts to Outside Temperature, Revolutionizes Energy Efficiency of Buildings

09.21.2023 10:20 AM

A team of researchers developed an energy-efficient, cost-effective coating which can cool and warm buildings through the seasons. Find out more about it in this article.

NASA Simulates Space in Millihertz Gravitational Waves, Enhances Our Understanding of the Milky Way Galaxy

09.21.2023 09:18 AM

A team of NASA scientists successfully simulated a glimpse of our galaxy in gravitational waves, providing better insights into the structure and evolution of the Milky Way. Read the article to find out more.

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Builds Powerful Computing System for Medical Research; What Can We Expect From Their New AI GPU Cluster?

09.21.2023 06:10 AM

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is building a powerful AI system for nonprofit life science research. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Legacy of Runit Dome: How Does the Nuclear Coffin in Marshall Islands Affect the Pacific?

09.20.2023 11:00 AM

The Runit Dome in the Marshall Islands, which contains radioactive wastes from the atomic bombs dropped by the U.S, was found to have cracks and chips where nuclear materials could leak. Learn more about it in this article.

Wild and Feral Pigs Ravage Protected Natural Areas Across South America, Threaten Biodiversity Hotspots in the Region

09.20.2023 07:10 AM

The increasing presence of wild pigs across South America poses threat as they invade protected natural areas. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Atomic X-Ray Free-Electron Laser Lights Up for the First Time With an Upgrade That Can Fire Million Pulses per Second

09.20.2023 06:40 AM

The world’s most powerful X-ray laser lights up for the first time after an upgrade that allows it to deliver one million pulses per second. Find out more about it in this article.

Mapping Electron Flow Around Sharp Bends Can Lead to the Development of Nanoscale Devices Inspired by Airplane Wings

09.20.2023 06:15 AM

A study demonstrates how the flow of electrons around sharp bends has the potential to improve integrated circuits used in electronic and optoelectronic devices. Learn more about it in this article.

Google DeepMind Uses AI in Predicting DNA Mutations, Speeds Up Search for the Cause of Genetic Diseases

09.20.2023 04:20 AM

Google’s AI company DeepMind announces that it can help in speeding up the search for disease-causing genes by using artificial intelligence. Learn more about it in this article.

Earthquake Prediction May Finally Be Possible; GPS Data Offers Way of Detecting Underground Tremors

09.19.2023 11:20 AM

Scientists have discovered that small changes in GPS signals could allow them to predict large earthquakes two hours early. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Saving the Horseshoe Crab Blood: Alternative Testing Methods for Endotoxin Detection

09.19.2023 11:00 AM

Due to their role in vaccine testing, thousands of horseshoe crabs are harvested for their blood, but conservationists are pushing towards alternative methods for endotoxin detection. Find out more about it in this article.

European Ski Resorts Face Scarce Snow Due to Climate Crisis; Future of Skiing Industry Under Question As Global Warming Intensifies

09.19.2023 10:40 AM

Mountain resorts in Europe look for ways to diversify their appeal and tap alternative sources of income as natural snow becomes scarce due to global warming. Read the article to find out more.

Cats in Cyprus Receive COVID-19 Drugs After Feline Coronavirus Outbreak Leaves Thousands Dead

09.19.2023 09:55 AM

Cyprus allows cats to be given leftover human COVID-19 drugs in the wake of a coronavirus outbreak across the island. Learn more about it in this article.

Costa Rican Pirate Spider Practices Cannibalism by Tricking Other Arachnids To Walk Into a Trap

09.19.2023 08:03 AM

Some cannibal pirate spiders trick other arachnids to walk into their doom. Continue reading the article to find out more.

What Are Primates? Genome Study Offers Clue on What Makes Us Humans

09.18.2023 11:30 AM

Since humans are classified as primates, scientists try to determine the distinct characteristics of this diverse order of mammals. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Artificial Multisensory Neuron System Makes AI Smarter, Paves Way for More Eco-Friendly Robots

09.18.2023 11:00 AM

A team of scientists developed an artificial multisensory neuron which makes AI smarter by replicating human-like decision-making abilities. Find out more about it in this article.

Lancet Liver Fluke Turns Ants Into Death-Seeking Zombies; How Do These Brain-Altering Parasites Control Insect Behavior?

09.18.2023 10:30 AM

Scientists from the University of Copenhagen’s Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences have unveiled the mechanism behind the mind-control ability of lancer liver fluke in turning ants into death-seeking zombies. Learn more about it in this article.

Atlantic Goliath Grouper Faces Risks of Population Decline Due to Overfishing

09.18.2023 10:00 AM

The colossal goliath grouper which is considered as the delight of Florida divers, are becoming vulnerable to population decline. Learn more about it in this article.

Nanotubes Aim, Kill Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Cells, Offering New Insight in Targeted Drug Delivery

09.18.2023 09:31 AM

Researchers take aim at hard-to-treat breast cancer by using nanotubes for drug delivery. Learn more about it in this article.

Mitochondrial Enzyme Responsible for Reproductive Biological Clock Unveiled by Scientists; How Does It Affect Animal Fertility?

09.16.2023 05:30 AM

In a study about animal fertility, researchers at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute uncovered the enzyme responsible for reproductive biological clock. Learn more about it in this article.

Could Eating Insects Be Good for You? Study Says Their Shells May Trigger Benefits for Metabolism

09.15.2023 23:53 PM

A new study suggests that the shells of insects contain nutrients that can trigger immune response that can improve a mammal’s metabolism. Learn more about it in this article.

Discovery of P.Oxy. 87.5575 Bible Fragment Sparks Debate; How Do Experts Determine the Age of Literary Papyrus?

09.15.2023 23:36 PM

An ancient Greek manuscript fragment called P.Oxy. 87.5575 was published, which sparked debate regarding its description of second-century Christianity. Read the article to find out more.

Scientifically Accurate T. rex: What Does the ‘Ultimate Predator’ Look Like?

09.15.2023 11:00 AM

T. rex is known for being an aggressive animal, but recent studies have led to the most accurate reconstructions of the animal to date. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Chandrayaan-1 Data Suggests Earth’s Electrons May Be Contributing to Water Formation on Moon

09.15.2023 08:20 AM

A new study uses data from the Chandrayaan-1 mission and suggests that electrons in the Earth’s magnetosphere could be forming water on the moon. Read the article to find out more.

Rare Polar Ring Galaxy Resembles Giant Eye in Space, Similar Clusters Might Be More Common in the Universe Than Previously Thought

09.15.2023 07:51 AM

Scientists exploring space using a radio observatory in Western Australia have discovered two unusual polar ring galaxies. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Rare Species in England To Receive £14.5M Funding Boost; Recovery Programs Aim at Reversing the Risks of Extinction

09.15.2023 05:51 AM

Natural England has awarded £14.5m worth of funding to nature projects which aim to revive the endangered species in England. Find out more about it in this article.

Quantum Technology in Cancer Treatment Uses Electrically Charged Molecules To Trigger Self-Destruction in Brain Tumors

09.15.2023 04:45 AM

Scientists propose a kind of spray that can make the most aggressive brain cancer tumor commit suicide. Find out more about it in this article.

Enhancing Electron Microscope Images With AI: Can Machine Learning Reduce Data Noise?

09.14.2023 11:00 AM

As the scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) becomes widely used as an imaging technique, scientists find ways to generate high resolution images without damaging the samples. Find out how machine learning learning is applied in STEM in this article.