Quantum Tech One Step Closer With New Single Photon Switch

Medicine & Technology Apr 29, 2021

Single photon switches, which can turn physical processes on or off by using only a single packet of light, have far-reaching implications for quantum photonic technologies - and a new breakthrough makes it one step closer to realization.

Chernobyl is Home to Przewalski's Horses, Last Wild Species of its Kind

Apr 29, 2021

Przewalski's horses, rare, endangered, and the last known species of wild horse have been found to be alive and thriving in Chernobyl - more than thirty years after a nuclear disaster turned it into a radioactive wasteland.

Unmasking the Kraken: New Study Reveals the Secret of the Giant Squid

Apr 28, 2021

The legend of the "Kraken" - the monstrously giant squid - has scared and intrigued humans for a long time, finding its way to countless books, films, and artworks. Now, a new study might have finally observed the closest thing we have to an actual Kraken - the giant squid.

NEC Corporation Supports Kenya's Fight Against COVID-19

Apr 27, 2021

Japanese multinational technology company NEC Corporation announces collaboration between its African arm NEC XON, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), and nonprofit organization Peace Winds Japan (PWJ), to provide a thermography camera in Kenya and help the nation in its fight against COVID-19.

ESWET Calls for Additional Support from EU Taxonomy for a Carbon-Neutral Europe

Apr 27, 2021

Following the first Delegated Act, the European Suppliers of Waste to Energy Technology (ESWET) reaffirmed its support for the EU Taxonomy, recognizing it as an important part of achieving a carbon-neutral Europe.

Corn Waste Finds New Purpose in Water Treatment Studies

Apr 27, 2021

Almost half of the corn harvest ends up in waste, especially after the kernels have been harvested. A new study might offer another purpose for these discarded parts.

Scripps Project Finds 25,000 Barrels of Waste, Toxic Debris Off Los Angeles Coast

Apr 27, 2021

The University of California San Diego's Scripps Institute of Oceanography used robotics to map the seafloor around Los Angeles, finding waste materials.

Bacteria Could Help Synthesize Safe, Stable Copper, Study Shows

Apr 26, 2021

A new method of harvesting copper might be more efficient and safer than existing methods.

China's Next Lunar Probe on 2024 to Showcase Equipment from European Countries

Apr 26, 2021

In its continuing efforts to advance space exploration efforts, China has announced its plans for the next lunar probe by 2024 and will be carrying equipment developed by other countries.

Zoom Dysmorphia: Dermatologists Report Rise in Cosmetic Consultations; Here's What to Do

Apr 25, 2021

As the global coronavirus pandemic necessitated video conferencing, especially for work from home setups, more people are suffering from "Zoom dysmorphia," according to a new Harvard study.

Sky Ladder, Manned Lunar Rover: Chinese Scientists Announce Ideas for Moon Transport

Apr 24, 2021

Chinese scientists are looking for new and innovative ways to bring people to and from the moon - including a "sky ladder" and a manned lunar rover - in a new video released Saturday, April 24.

MIT Study Counts Pedestrians to Guide Urban Planning

Apr 23, 2021

A new study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) estimates foot traffic in cities in an effort to help city planners and developers study not only vehicle movement, but the flow of people more accurately.

Mankind Has Sustainably Shaped Earth for at Least 12,000 Years

Apr 20, 2021

A new study shows that land use of human societies for at least 12,000 years has been environmentally sound and sustainable - arguing that the current biodiversity crisis is not simply due to human activities but the mishandling of lands previously shaped sustainably.

Meteor Shower 2021 Schedule: When is the Next Sky Show After Lyrid's Peak?

Apr 20, 2021

For enthusiasts looking for the next meteor shower, long-running meteorological reference Old Farmer's Almanac has released its 2021 Meteor Shower Calendar - complete with viewing tips!

Why are Tarantulas Almost Everywhere? Continental Drify May Be the Answer

Apr 20, 2021

Perhaps the most popular species of spiders are the brightly-colored, hairy tarantulas - and a new study might finally explain how these eight-legged creatures exist virtually everywhere on the planet.