Hubble Captures Jupiter in a Different Light, Revealing New Colors and a Storm

Medicine & Technology Sep 18, 2020

The Hubble Space Telescope capture new images of Jupiter revealing rainbow-like patterns and colors never seen before. Europa is also seen on the left side of the gas giant, a candidate of a habitable world.

Chinese Health Authorites Have Tracked Bacterial Disease Associated with Livestock Since 2005 Outbreak

Sep 18, 2020

The current brucellosis was traced back to a leak from a factory developing vaccines for livestock. However, China has a history of outbreaks associated with the bacterial disease since 2005.

Does Spending Time With Friends Make You Happier Than Your Family?

Sep 18, 2020

Friends and family that make up our closest relationships make up a significant part of our happiness. A study reveals the importance of activities done with friends, family, and kids, and how these affect our levels of happiness.

Geological Evidence, Climate Models Show Impact of Arctic Sea Ice Flowing Into the Atlantic

Sep 18, 2020

Climate change is not just about the effect of greenhouse gas emissions, but natural events in the climate system as well. European researchers analyze the flow of Arctic sea ice as the possible trigger of the Little Ice Age.

Researchers Discover How to Prolong the Lifespan of Organoids

Sep 17, 2020

Organoid technology have allowed scientists to grow 3D tissue structures similar to organs like the heart and lungs. This is the first time that researchers have developed mini-intestine organoids that carry out multiple intestinal functions due to its extended lifespan.

Not All Vikings Were Scandinavian, Experts Reveal in a New Study

Sep 17, 2020

The Vikings were a people feared by many for their raids, piracy, and violence. However, new DNA evidence shows that not all Vikings came from Scandinavia as previously thought. Geneticists discover how widespread the Vikings had been all over Europe.

Singaporean Researchers Develop Technology Using Chitin Material to Build Shelter in Space

Sep 17, 2020

Chitin, an organic substance commonly found on Earth, can be used to create tools and shelter for future space explorations on the Moon and on Mars. Scientists have been developing technology that efficiently manufactures chitin-derived materials.

Coconut Oil and Cardiovascular Health: What Do Studies Say?

Sep 17, 2020

Coconut oil has become increasingly popular for numerous health benefits, yet lack scientific evidence to support these claims. Singaporean researchers analyze several studies to determine how consumption of coconut oil affects cholesterol levels.

New Device Uses Microchips That Process Soil Samples From Other Planets to Detect Signs of LIfe

Sep 17, 2020

With space exploration advancing, scientists continue to search for signs of life on other moons and planets. A new fully automated device can efficiently identify and label organic compounds from soil samples.

Scientists Develop Injectable Hydrogels to Boost Vaccine Efficacy

Sep 17, 2020

Researchers from Stanford University develop injectable hydrogels to prolong the release of vaccines in the body and boost the immune system. Mayo Clinic researchers also developed another type of injectable hydrogels for injuries involving blood vessels.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Increases the Chances of Developing Dementia

Sep 16, 2020

Researchers from University College London identify post-traumatic stress disorder as a risk factor of dementia. The team continues to research other risk factors associated with cognitive decline.

Archaeologists Confirm the Identity of a Slave Trip From Ancestral Stories

Sep 16, 2020

A shipwreck discovered three years ago has been identified as a Mayan slave ship. Archaeologists matched historical records to generational stories from a witness back in the 1800s.

NASA & the NOAA Explain the New Solar Cycle

Sep 16, 2020

Experts from NASA and the NOAA have recently announced the beginning of Solar Cycle 25. They explain the impact of solar activity on space weather and space exploration.

Dolphins Return to Peaceful Waters in Hong Kong During the Pandemic

Sep 16, 2020

The Pearl River Estuary is filled with dolphins once again due to the lack of marine traffic between Hong Kong and Macau. Experts and WWF Hong Kong hope that long-term solutions to conserve the species will be implemented when ferry operations resume.

Aviation Clean Air System Enhances Air Quality During Flights

Sep 15, 2020

Aviation Clean Air develops the first system that can neutralize all pathogens in the air and on surfaces while improving air quality. The system works automatically with the aircraft's environmental control system.