4,300 Years of Bat Poop Uncover Shifting Climate Conditions Over the Years [Study]

Medicine & Technology Apr 14, 2021

A study analyzed layers of 4,300-year-old bat poop or guano in a Jamaican cave and their findings revealed snippets of the Earth's climate conditions over the years.

Deep Sea Bacteria Releases Excess Carbon to the Oceans, Atmosphere

Apr 14, 2021

New research finds deep-sea bacteria corroding carbon-containing rocks releasing excess carbon to the oceans and atmosphere.

First-ever Ultracold Atom Interferometry in Space Opens Up Possible Breakthroughs in Physics

Apr 14, 2021

Scientists successfully performed the first-ever atom interferometry in space, which would lead to potential breakthrough discoveries in physics.

New Insight on Molecules May Prove Life on Venus, Other Planets

Apr 14, 2021

Scientists shed light on spotting molecules on the atmosphere of Venus or other planets to prove if life existed there.

Can Swimming in Chlorinated Water Kill COVID-19? Study Says Yes!

Apr 13, 2021

British researchers found out that chlorinated swimming pool water can effectively inactivate the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19 in just 30 seconds.

Spanking Affects Child’s Brain Development; Leads to Mental, Behavioral Issues

Apr 13, 2021

Researchers from Harvard University assert the detrimental act of spanking in a child's brain development and mental health.

Skeletons in Jars: Archaeologists Uncover Mysterious Burial Rite in French Island

Apr 13, 2021

Archaeologists unearthed the skeletal remains of ancient Corsicans entombed in ceramic jars.

NASA Marks 40th Year of Maiden Space Shuttle Flight [Watch]

Apr 13, 2021

NASA releases a commemorative video marking the 40th anniversary of the maiden Space Shuttle flight on April 12, 1981.

Better Material Design Now Possible as Scientists Capture Atom Movements in Real Time

Apr 13, 2021

Researchers used MRI-like technique to follow individual atom movement for better material design.

COVID-19 Vaccines May Be Administered Through the Nose Soon

Apr 12, 2021

While existing intramuscular vaccines offer effective systemic immunity against COVID-19, mucosal immunity through intranasal vaccines is needed to fully block transmission and prevent the spread of new variants.

COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects Like Rashes, Muscle Pain May Happen to People Under 40, Mostly Women

Apr 11, 2021

Experts say women and people below 40 years of age are more prone to experiencing side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Dazzling Auroras on Jupiter? New Study Tries to Explain Phenomenon

Apr 11, 2021

A new study gives fresh insight into the breathtaking auroras observed on Jupiter's polar caps.

Indonesia 6.0-Quake Attributed to “Ring of Fire,” Aftershocks Expected

Apr 11, 2021

A strong 6.0 quake that shook East Java in Indonesia is mainly attributed to the Pacific "Ring of Fire", which has likewise caused many other tremblors, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions in the country.

12 New Quadruple Quasars Spotted; Could Reveal Universe’s Rate of Expansion

Apr 10, 2021

Astronomers discover 12 new quadruple imaged quasars that could help find out the rate of expansion of the universe.

Mars Had Wet Seasons Before Drying Up, Study Reveals

Apr 09, 2021

Mars had wet seasons before eventually drying up three billion years ago, a study analyzing data from the Curiosity rover said.