Ron Jefferson

Cold Atoms Possess Light-Like Properties that is Beneficial for Sensor Developments

12.10.2021 23:25 PM

A new study was able to control near absolute zero atoms using their wave properties similar to light. Findings are expected to be beneficial for future developments in sensor devices such as atomic clocks and interferometers.

Solar Flare Preparation: What You Should Do in Case It Hits Earth, Ignites a Geomagnetic Storm?

12.10.2021 21:49 PM

Solar flares could be pretty devastating for many who relies on communication systems. Here is what you should do in case a solar flare hits Earth.

Human Brain Consumes 20% of Your Energy to Keep Your Body Running, Here's Why

12.10.2021 04:57 AM

According to researchers the reason why the brain uses so much energy is due to energy leaking from synapses.

First Ever Study Analyzes Adverse Health Effects of Different Microplastic Concentration on Human Cells

12.10.2021 04:01 AM

Researchers discover, in a first of its kind study, the adverse effects of microplastic concentrations on human cells.

Astronomers Discover the Fastest Optical Flash of Type Ia Supernova that Helps Discover Accelerating Expansion of Universe

12.10.2021 02:30 AM

A new study conducted by The University of Tokyo was able to capture the brightest and most fastest optical flash ever recorded in type 1a supernovas for the first time.

What Season Did the Dinosaur-Killing Space Rock Hit Chicxulub Cater? Asteroid's Effect on Biodiversity Still in Question

12.09.2021 23:17 PM

A new study on the fossils excavated from Tanis, North Dakota revealed the season when Chicxulub space rock hit Earth 66 million years ago.

Geminid Meteor Shower 2021: What to Expect from Annual Colorful Light Show This December

12.09.2021 20:58 PM

The annual Geminid meteor shower next Tuesday might not be as clear as we expected due to the glow of bright moonlight.

SpaceX Crew Dragon New ISS Mission: 4 Science Researchers, Experiments To Be Performed in Space

12.09.2021 02:40 AM

Supplies and science experiments are set to be en route in the latest SpaceX crew Dragon ISS mission by the end of the month.

High-Income Earners Contribute High Amount of Carbon Emissions Compared to Lower-Income People

12.09.2021 02:21 AM

Recent report by the World Inequality Lab shows how the high-income people in North America generate significantly more carbon emissions than the bottom 50% of the globe.

Climate Change Increases Tsunami Height and Risks: Research Tackles Future Monitoring and Modeling

12.09.2021 01:34 AM

A recent study shows how global warming and rising sea levels would alter predictions for the height and damage of tsunamis as early as 50-70 years from now.

Exoplanet Larger Than Giant Planet Jupiter Detected Intact Under Binary System; Parent Stars Bigger and Hotter Than the Sun

12.09.2021 00:44 AM

A new exoplanet was discovered hovering naturally around the two parent stars in the beta Cantauri binary system.

NASA James Webb Telescope Just Got Fueled; Set to Launch 3 Days Before Christmas

12.08.2021 22:26 PM

NASA James Webb Space Telescope is set to launch on December 22 after completing its 10-day fueling stage on December 3.

Evolution Game Theory Will Help Predict Cancer's Response to Treatments, Control Its Trajectory

12.08.2021 06:02 AM

Researchers believe that evolutionary game theory could be a key advantage in treating cancer For decades, conventional cancer treatments have involved bombarding patients with maximum tolerable doses of drugs to kill as many cancer cells as possible while minimizing any adverse side effects the patient may incur.

More Microplastics in Soil Threatens Agriculture and Human Health

12.08.2021 04:24 AM

The UN releases a report that warns of the catastrophic impacts of plastic use in agriculture that threatens not only soil health but also public health.

Elon Musk Predicts Declining Birth Rate Could Endanger Modern Civilization

12.08.2021 02:36 AM

Elon Musk predicted in a Wall Street Journal interview that modern civilization could possibly be endangered if people stop having children.

Sleep Quality of Older Adults Could Reflect to Neural Connection Status and Cognitive Functions

12.08.2021 00:01 AM

A new study suggests that sleeping pattern and quality in older adults could possibly reflect to their cognitive abilities and neural connections.

Best Breakfast Choices for Weight Loss and Abdominal Obesity Solution That Are Backed Up by Studies

12.07.2021 20:56 PM

Stomach fat is an unwanted structure on our body. These studies suggest that there are breakfast foods effective at reducing belly fats.

Cold Shower Myths: Evidence Shows Bathing With Cold Water Is Good For Your Health

12.07.2021 05:11 AM

Cold showers have been tauted for their immense health benefits. According to experts regardless of the duration cold water showers give your immune system a little boost.

More Than 100 Memory-Sensitive Neurons Identified as First Human Evidence of Memory Formation

12.07.2021 02:51 AM

Researchers form UT Southwestern have identified more than 100 memory-sensitive neurons in a first of its kind study showing how memories are formed and retrieved in the brain.

Anti-Aging Chemical Derived from Grape Seed Kills Old Mice Cells and Extends Their Lives by 9%

12.07.2021 02:38 AM

Recent research shows how a grape seed-derived compound kills of worn-out cells in high concentrations and shows signs of alleviating tumor growth.

Statin for Vision Impairment: Hypercholesterolemia Medicaiton Alleviates High Blood Pressure and Combats Glaucoma, Study Says

12.07.2021 02:31 AM

A study found that a high cholesterol medication called statin is effective against high blood pressure build-up in the optic nerve, which often leads to glaucoma.

Genome Editing for Microbiomes Available Soon Through New CRISPR Development

12.06.2021 22:29 PM

A new study developed by the innovators of CRISPR-Cas9 presents a new community editing function for the technology, allowing genome modification of various microbes and cells efficiently through a 'shotgun' approach.

Search of Life on Mars Continues: Fossil Mimics, False Positives Makes Research Harder

12.06.2021 13:03 PM

Researchers warns of natural processes that produce fossil mimics that make the pursuit of life on Mars more troublesome.

How Antidepressant Drugs Work and Why Others Don't Feel Relief

12.06.2021 05:15 AM

Recent research examines why antidepressant drugs don't work on 40% of people diagnosed with Major depressive disorder and the link between cognitive abilities and the disorder.

Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch Feared to Transport Invasive Species As It Becomes a Plastic Habitat

12.06.2021 03:05 AM

In a baffling discovery, scientists found coastal marine species in 90% of the plastic human debris in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch sparking concern for the transportation of invasive species.

Tactile Sensor For Prosthetic Robotics Mimics Human Hands' Sensitivity to Grip Objects With Right Amount of Force

12.06.2021 02:07 AM

Researchers from the University of Michigan have developed a highly sensitive fingertip-like advancement in prosthetic robotics that mimics how hands work to determine the right force to apply when gripping objects.

Fetal Brain Development Not Affected by Coronavirus Even if Mothers Tested Positive With COVID-19 During Pregnancy

12.06.2021 01:53 AM

A new study confirms that coronavirus does not affect the brain development of fetuses in expectant mothers who tested positive with mild or moderate COVID-19 during pregnancy

Sore Throat During Winter Season: Is it Still a Common Cold or a Symptom of a Serious Health Condition?

12.04.2021 02:30 AM

A sore throat can be a sign of a common cold or a symptom of a more serious health condition like a peritonsillar abscess, tumor, flu, or COVID-19.

Ameca: British Lab's Humanoid Robot with Bizarre, Human-Like Facial Expressions Unveiled in the U.K.

12.04.2021 02:02 AM

Engineered Arts robotics company unveils the most advanced and human-like robot equipped with realistic expressions.

Elon Musk Announces SpaceX's New Launchpad Development in Cape Canaveral for Future Starship Missions

12.03.2021 22:05 PM

Elon Musk announced on Twitter that SpaceX is currently developing a new launchpad for Starship missions at Launch Complex 39A in NASA's Kennedy Space Center.