Ron Jefferson

Human Brain Development, Neocortex Evolution Revealed in Mass Spectrometry

09.17.2021 00:21 AM

A new study showed a potential cause of the neocortal expaansion and folding throughout the human brain evolution.

Earliest parietal art: hominin hand and foot traces from the middle Pleistocene of Tibet

World's Oldest Artwork Discovered from Tibetan Plateau, Created 226,000 Years Ago During Pleistocene Era

09.16.2021 06:20 AM

A new study may have discovered the world's oldest artwork yet from the Tibetan Plateau, created 226,000 years ago in the Pleistocene era.

Harvest Moon 2021: When to Catch the Full Moon of Autumn Equinox

09.16.2021 06:00 AM

Here is the complete guide on how to catch the 2021 Harvest Moon appearing near the autumns solstice.

'Gas Stations' in Space of Orbit Fab and Lockheed Martin Aims for Sustainable Satellite Missions, Lesser Junk

09.16.2021 04:14 AM

A new space project was developed to fuel satellites and space vessels for space mission sustainability and less space debris.

Sharks Caught in Commercial Fishing Die After Released Alive, Study Says

09.16.2021 01:33 AM

A new study says that not all shark bycatch survives after being released alive from commercial fishing activities.

NASA's Arabia Terra Study Shows Thousands of Volcanic 'Super Eruptions' in Mars 4 Billion Years Ago Creating Calderas, Change in Climate

09.15.2021 22:26 PM

A new study from NASA suggests that the planetary and atmospheric structure of Mars have been influenced by thousands of volcanic super eruptions 4 billion years ago.

Baylor College of Medicine Developed a Novel Approach to Select Subjects for Gene Experiments More Convenient and Faster than Fruit Fly Screening Method

09.15.2021 07:22 AM

A new study developed a novel approach on selecting subjects, especifically fruit flies, for genetic studies.

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DIY Homemade Facemask: How to Make One That is Effective Against COVID-19

09.15.2021 06:59 AM

A new study recommended the right materials that can be used to craft a homemade facemask against coronavirus aerosol transmission.

1,500 Dolphins Mass Slaughtered in Faroe Islands Could Spark Never-Ending Debate Over Danish Tradition Grindadráp

09.15.2021 03:48 AM

Denmark's Faroe Islands recently held their annual dolphin slaughter tradition, but it exceeded the usual kill count and could trigger the debate on the 4-century-old Grindadráp.

Dino-Killer Space Rock That Forms Chicxulub Crater Triggered the Evolution of Modern Snakes

09.15.2021 00:40 AM

A new study revealed how remarkable the evolution of snakes was right after the Cretaceous-Paleogene Chicxulub mass extinction.

Rockefeller University Developed a 3D Imaging to Capture How Ribosome Assembly Works in Nucleolus For the First Time

09.14.2021 23:10 PM

A new study was able to capture the 3D image of ribosomal acitivitties for the first time. The findings helped experts to understand more about how ribosome assembly works inside the nucleolus.

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Artificial Clouds That Can Cover The Great Barrier Reef from Extreme Heat Developed; How Does It Work?

09.14.2021 06:10 AM

Marine researchers developed a protection for the Great Barrier Reef from extreme heat brought by climate change through artificial cloud manipulation.

Biodegradable Plastic Cutlery Developed to Transition Into Insulation Foams During Decomposition

09.14.2021 05:10 AM

A new study developed a biodegradable plastic that could turn to insulation foam after a single use.

Gold-Mantled Ground Squirrels Personalities Similar to Humans Like Being Shy, Social, or Bold That Is Beneficial for Ecosystem

09.14.2021 02:40 AM

A new study identified four different personality traits expressed by squirrels, and hww it shapes their ecosystem and biodiversity.

Nanoscale Manipulation of Electrons and Other Molecules Possible for the First Time Through Geometric Confinement

09.14.2021 00:20 AM

A new study was able to fully manipulate mesoscale activities of electrons, ion, and other molecular particles in a metal oxide through the help of geometric confinement.

Human Sacrifice for Mars Construction? Astronaut Base on Martian Soil Will Allegedly Become Stronger By Using Blood, Urine, Swear and Tears

09.13.2021 22:07 PM

A new study suggests that human liquids such as blood and urine could be the best materials for constructing astronaut base in Mars and the moon.

Solar Flare Effects: What Is the Impact of Geomagnetic Storms on Earth's Field?

09.13.2021 06:10 AM

Solar storms and its effects are still a mystery even for astronomers. What is a geomagnetic storm and how does impact Earth?

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Humanized Lab-Grown 'Mini-Brains' Imitates Parkinson's Disease and Dementia; May Replace Mouse Models in Neurological Studies

09.13.2021 05:10 AM

Humanized 'mini-brains' were recently developed to provide neurology experts an exact replica of the brains of Parkinson's disease and dementia patients.

Stem Cell's Mechanosignaling Response to Physical and Biochemical Cues May Influence Health of Organisms

09.13.2021 03:37 AM

TU Dresden and the Unversity of California expert Adele Doyle are going through a comprehensive research on stem cells' reaction, including mechanosignaling, towards neurological and cardiovasculat development of an organism.

20 Gorillas of the Zoo Atlanta Troop Tested for COVID-19; Runny Nose Leads to Weakened Bodies, Disturbed Appetites

09.13.2021 03:20 AM

All 20 gorillas in the Zoo Atlanta were tested for the coronavirus after some of the troop members tested positive.

NASA Orion Spacecraft in Production Stage for Upcoming Artemis Moon Missions, In-Space Environment Simulation Performed

09.12.2021 22:35 PM

Orion is now at the production phase after passing the development stage, makking another step towards the anticipated Artemis missions to the moon.

Crop Plant Resiliency Using Energy Conversion Found During Photosynthesis; May Develop Immunity from Stress, Bacteria

09.11.2021 08:49 AM

A recent study on phtotsynthesis revealed a beneficial energy conversion process that could help crop plants more resilient against stress, bacterias, and even climate change extremities.

NASA Grants SpaceX Another Service Contract Under a 150-Million Satellite Network Project to Observe Planet Meteorology

09.11.2021 01:23 AM

A new service contract with SpaceX was signed by NASA, allowing the private company to carry the GOES-U satellite aboard the Falcon Heavy rocket.

Pfizer, BioNTech Presents New COVID-19 Vaccines Specialized for Children 5 Years and Up; Seeks Approval for Treatment Use in Age Group

09.10.2021 23:19 PM

Pfizer and BioNtech will soon seek approval regarding the use of their vaccines for COVID-19 treatment in children 5 years and up.

Major Driver of Pregnancy Complication Preeclampsia Attributed to Enzyme Appearance, Study Says

09.10.2021 08:00 AM

Researchers discovered the relationship between the PP2A enzyme and the pregnancy complication, preeclampsia.

Cat Owner Tips: 7 Feline Personality Traits and Behaviors Affecting Their Reaction to Different Environment

09.10.2021 07:02 AM

Researchers from the University of Helsinki have revealed that cats exhibit a combination of 7 personality and behavioral traits based on an over 4,000 dataset survey.

Kakapo Parrot, New Zealand's Flightless Bird Genome Sequenced for the First Time Revealing a Healthier than Expected Gene Pool

09.10.2021 00:32 AM

A team of international researchers have, for the first time, successfully sequenced the Kakapo's genomes revealing that the small poulation and 10,000 years of inbreeding have eradicated devestating mutations.

Silicon Nanospheres: Two New Substance Class for Nanomaterials Could Be Used for Computer Chips, Smartphone Screens and More!

09.09.2021 23:26 PM

Researchers from Goethe University, in collaboration with the University of Bonn for the first time have been able to synthesize two new groups of nanomaterials using silicon nanospheres.

Function of Membrane-Free Cell Compartments Now Better Understood Through Food Science Principles

09.09.2021 23:09 PM

Researchers from JOhns Hopkins Medicine analyzed the mystifying membrane-less viscous droplets in cells to understand its inner workings and how cells compartamentalize.