Kendra Stacy

Mysteries of Humanity: Lacking Information in Human Genome Could Be What Differentiates Humans From Others

05.01.2023 01:36 AM

While the additions to the human genome explain distinct qualities of humans, the uniform absence of information also speaks volumes. Read to learn more.

From Full Flower Moon to Shooting Stars From Halley's Comet: Here's What You Should Add to Your Sky Watchlist This Week

04.30.2023 23:51 PM

The first week of May is filled with great sky and moon watching events to look forward to, including the full Flower Moon and the Eta-Aquarids meteor shower. Read to learn more.

Prehistoric Chili Pepper Fossils Challenge Tomato Plant's Evolutionary History, Study Says

04.30.2023 22:59 PM

While previous studies suggest that chili peppers date 15 million years ago, recent identification and analysis show that their history traces as far back as 34 to 56 million years ago. Read to learn more.

How Does Retinol Work? Under Eye Cream Component Helps With Dark Circles and Puffiness

04.30.2023 22:24 PM

Will retinol work in reducing dark circles and puffiness in the under eye? Read to find out. When it comes to treating dark circles and puffiness, retinol is key to alleviating the under-eye of such inconvenient and unpreferred conditions.

Alternative Energy: Novel Nanocomposite Hydrogel Could Help With Hydrogen Mass Production

04.29.2023 23:50 PM

The novel hydrogen platform exhibited high performance and scalability. Read to learn more. A team of researchers developed a novel photocatalytic platform that could facilitate hydrogen mass production.

Novel AI Mining Tools for Finding Battery Metal Hoards: Will This Help Meet the Growing Global Need?

04.29.2023 23:10 PM

Finding novel ways of discovering lithium, copper, nickel, and cobalt metals is essential to catering to the growing global demand for electric vehicles. Read to learn more.

New Zealand to Actively Protect Its National Bird Icon ‘Kiwi;’ How Many of Them Remain?

04.29.2023 22:55 PM

Amidst the population decline of kiwis, national community efforts in New Zealand are working towards their protection and preservation. Read to learn more.

Hope For Glioblastoma Patients: Novel Gel Cures Mice With Aggressive Brain Tumors

04.28.2023 03:59 AM

Administering this gel after surgical removal of brain tumors led to the cure of 100% of mice. Read to learn more.

First Robot-Conceived Babies Are Born; How Will This Affect Future of IVF?

04.27.2023 23:51 PM

One team member used a Sony PlayStation 5 Controller to position the robotic IVF needle and navigate sperm release. Read to learn more.

Controlling Computers With Your Tongue? Bluetooth Mouse 'MouthPad' Can Help Navigate PCs, Other Gadgets

04.27.2023 23:45 PM

Should this invention be a success, the MouthPad would be a game-changer for individuals battling quadriplegia and other physical disabilities. Read to learn more.

China's Dormant Mars Rover May Never Wake Up From Planned Hibernation Due to Dust

04.27.2023 23:37 PM

The Zhurong Mars rover was supposed to exit its hibernation last December 2022, and yet it still remains dormant today. Read to learn more.

Japanese Lunar Lander Snaps Glorious Photo of Earth During Total Solar Eclipse Before Craft Smashed Into Moon's Surface

04.27.2023 21:47 PM

Before the Hakuto-R lunar lander reached its demise, it was able to take and send an incredible photo of the Earth. Click the article to check it out.

Antimicrobial Use Among Livestock Can Threaten Human Immunity, Study Says

04.27.2023 01:45 AM

While antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are seen to be possible alternatives for treating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections, it is important to address the effects of AMP-resistant virulencies before using them for patient treatment. Read to learn more.

AI Used For Developing Tsunami Early Warning System To Classify Earthquakes, Determine Risk

04.27.2023 00:34 AM

As part of their tsunami early warning system, both hydrophones and AI work together to pick up earthquake traces and classify their slip type and magnitude. Read to learn more.

2,600-Year-Old Life-Sized Statues Unearthed in Spain Point to Ancient Tartessos Civilization, Archaeologists Say

04.27.2023 00:02 AM

The ancient Tartessos civilization has remained a long-standing mystery, and so these life-sized statue findings are valuable discoveries that help shed light on their culture. Read to learn more.

Eiffel-Tower-Sized Asteroid '2006 HV5' Makes Close Approach to Earth; What Could Be Its Potential Hazards?

04.26.2023 22:10 PM

While the Eiffel Tower stands at around a height of 1,082 feet, the asteroid 2006 HV5 is roughly 1,007 feet wide, with plus or minus margins of 249 feet. Read to learn more.

Death of 14-Foot Pregnant Hammerhead Shark Spotted Dead on Beach With 40 Unborn Babies May Be Due to Fishing, Researchers Say

04.26.2023 21:39 PM

Along a beach in Alabama, a 14-foot pregnant great hammerhead shark was recently found dead; but new reports showed that there were no signs of trauma or illness observed in the shark's vital organs. Read the article to learn more.

Printable Vaccine Patches? Mobile Printer Could Help Scale Up Production, Boost Accessibility to mRNA Doses

04.26.2023 01:27 AM

These mobile vaccine printers may enable on-demand vaccine production in the future. Read to learn more.

Whale Exfoliation Spa? Humpbacks Roll Around Shallow, Sandy Bay Areas For Dead Skin Removal, Study Says

04.25.2023 23:49 PM

It turns out that humpback whales also have spa and exfoliation sessions of their own. Read to learn more.

World's Biggest Known Logjam Incredibly Stores 3.4 Million Tons of Carbon, Plays an Underestimated Role in the Cycle, Study Says

04.25.2023 23:28 PM

These carbon amounts stored by the world's biggest known logjam are equivalent to 2.5 million car emissions yearly. Read to learn more.

Rosalind Franklin Helped Uncover Double Helix; Here's How She Actually Contributed to the Discovery of DNA Structure, According to Unpublished Materials

04.25.2023 22:38 PM

Rosalind Franklin was the one who took the famous Photograph 51 that shed light on the double-helix structure of DNA. Read to learn more.

SpaceX’s Starship Faces Federal Investigations Following the Rocket’s Explosive Climax That Showered Potentially Harmful Debris

04.25.2023 21:22 PM

The Starship's first flight ended in an explosive climax after less than four minutes. Read to learn more.

ChatGPT Fails To Ace Accounting Exams; Students Outperform the Chatbot

04.25.2023 01:33 AM

While the bot has been known to ace bar and medical exams, it has been seen to fall short in a certain area: accounting. Read to learn more.

Atrial Fibrillation 'AFib' Treatment Through Catheter Ablation May Reduce One's Risk of Developing Dementia, Study Says

04.25.2023 01:12 AM

Catheter treatment of atrial fibrillation, a prevalent heart condition involving irregular rhythm, may reduce dementia risk. Read to learn more.

Pentagon UFO Official Update: No Proof of Extraterrestrial Life, No Physics-Defying Occurrences

04.25.2023 00:42 AM

The Pentagon's UFO office is looking into 650 reported cases. Read to learn about what they have recently found out.

World's Second-Deepest Blue Hole Found Along Mexico's Coast; Ecological Marvel May Shed Light on Earth's Past Climates

04.24.2023 23:44 PM

Mexico's Taam Ja' blue hole goes as deep as 900 feet, which scientists consider the world's second-deepest blue hole. Read to learn more.

What Lies at Mars' Core? Passing Seismic Waves Shed Light on Red Planet's Center

04.24.2023 21:44 PM

Using data from NASA's InSight lander, scientists could dig deep into the composition of Mars' core. Read to learn more.

Moon Slowly Creeps Away From Our Planet; Will Earth Eventually Lose Its Natural Satellite?

04.24.2023 01:40 AM

The Moon is moving away from Earth at a rate of 1.5 inches each year. Will it eventually leave the planet for good? Read to find out.

COVID-19 Vaccinations Myth: People Fear Possible Blood Clots After Shots, But Should We Really Worry?

04.24.2023 01:13 AM

An extensive data study refutes a prominent anti-vax claim that one's risk of getting blood clots is higher after vaccination. Read to learn more.

Mercury Closely Approaches Sun, Showcases Comet-like Tail as It Flares Through Night Sky

04.24.2023 00:32 AM

An astrophotographer was able to catch a rare snap of Mercury's comet-like tail. Read the article to learn more.