Ron Jefferson

Dinosaur Killer Chicxulub: Is It an Asteroid or Comet? New Theory Suggests Potential Origin of Space Rock That Ended Dino Species

08.10.2021 03:08 AM

A recent planetary and astronomical findings theorized that the dinosaur killer space rock Chicxulub was a dark primitive asteroid that originiated from the inner regions of the asteroid belt.

New Antibacterial Technique for Surgical Implants Innovated Through Graphene and Acid Binding

08.10.2021 01:19 AM

A new innovation was developed to combat bacterial infection in surgical implants. The bactericidal method uses out of the ordinary materials: graphene and usnic acid.

Sea Level Rise Projection Tool: NASA, IPCC Develops Free Online Portal to Help Plan Ahead of the Effects of Rising Seas

08.09.2021 22:30 PM

A new forecasting tool was recently developed by NASA and IPCC to show projection of rising sea levels and its effects in the near future.

Australia's Ancient Dragon Fossil Unearthed, Fearsome Reptile Dominated Outback Skies

08.09.2021 09:20 AM

Researchers from Queensland, Australia, have recently discovered a new species of pterosaur hailing from outback Australia that dominated the skies and was feared by many.

Why Are There Different Variants of COVID-19? Pathology of SARS-CoV-2 Studied to Identify Genetic Evolution

08.09.2021 08:44 AM

Pathological experts have examined the cause of spike protein mutations in various SARS-CoV-2 variants.

Bristle Worms Unique But Weird Anatomical Structure Suggests Adaptation of Fungal Lifestyle

08.09.2021 07:01 AM

A new study suggests that the Ramisyllis multicaudata, or bristle worms, have adapted the biological traits of fungi.

US Drought: Sinking of California's Farming Capital Corcoran Impact Town's Agribusinesses and Farming Industry

08.09.2021 01:05 AM

The sinking of Californian town Corcoran greatly affects the farming industry and agribusinesses due to one of the most devastating effects of climate change.

SpaceX and Canadian Startup GEC Launching Advertisement to Space Via Satellite Billboards; Screen Pixels Available for Purchase Through Dogecoin

08.08.2021 23:00 PM

A new collaboration of SpaceX with a Canadian startup was reportedly a plan to launch advertisements to space via satellite billboards.

Fossil of Prehistoric Frog-Legged Leaf Beetle Species Named After Natural Historian Sir David Attenborough

08.08.2021 03:30 AM

A new beetle was confirmed to be its own distinct frog-legged leaf beetle species and was named after Sir David Attenborough.

First Simulation of Quantum Devices in Classical Computer Hardware a Success; New Algorithm Could Setup Defining Benchmarks

08.08.2021 00:17 AM

To simulate imperfect quantum systems available in our generation, a new device for classical computing has been developed.

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope Releases New Images of Mysterious Celestial Object in a Spiral Galaxy

08.07.2021 19:51 PM

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has recently released new images of a spiral galaxy that allows astronomers to better understand how stars manifest from clouds of dust and cold gas.

First High-Resolution Imaging Captures Asteroid Thermal Emission Through NASA's ALMA Telescope

08.07.2021 09:41 AM

Hoping for the chance to gather clues to a protoplanet in the Solar System, the largest asteroid on the asteroid belt was finally captured in high-resolution imaging using NASA's ALMA Telescope.

Japanese Sperm Delivery: Freeze-Dried Mouse Sperm Sent via Mailing Postcard Best for Fertility Hypothesis, Biological Research

08.07.2021 03:35 AM

Biologists in Japan discovered the best way to transport freeze-dried sperm specimens of a mouse across laboratories for fertility studies.

Quantum Physics: How Quantum Crystals from NIST Could Be Used as Dark Matter Sensor

08.06.2021 12:08 PM

National Institute of Standards and Technology physicists have developed a new small crystal that can detect the weak frequencies of dark matter as it interacts with normal matter, revolutionizing our understanding of the universe.

V404 Cygni Microquasar: Newly Released Images of Black Hole's X-ray Rings Reveal Invisible Space Dust Between Stars

08.06.2021 11:09 AM

In newly released images, X-ray rings were emitted by a black hole eruption in the northern Cygnus constellation, revealing how invisible space dust surrounds the celestial object.

Solar Storms Mystery Finally Solved: Simulation Model to Predict Space Weather, Geomagnetic Storms Developed

08.06.2021 10:08 AM

New research on space weather and solar oscillations produced a model that could predict solar activities and possibly answer the 'Convective Conundrum.'

Subatomic Particles: Tracking Matter's Alluring Trails Behind Various Particle Detectors in History

08.06.2021 04:12 AM

WIth the advancements of studies in particle physics, it is just as free to celebrate several of the revolutionary particle detectors that allowed us to see the undetectable matters.

Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Rate of 93 Percent Recorded in 6 Months; Suggests Booster Shots Against Delta Variant

08.06.2021 00:35 AM

The pharmaceutical company Moderna recently produced a press release that includes the efficacy report of their COVID-19 vaccines over the past 6 months.

New Zealand Tuataras: How Its Speedy Sperm Could Save the Endangered Species

08.05.2021 09:12 AM

Conservationists have discovered the unique sperm transfer of tuataras. Surprisingly, the ancient reptiles have the fastest sperm of any reptile family, which may be due to an adaptive response to their unique mating technique.

Superconductivity Research: Researchers Develop New Material that Enables Quantum Information-Based Technology

08.05.2021 08:35 AM

Researchers from UC Santa Barbara and Quantum Foundry have developed a new material slated to revolutionize quantum information-based technologies such as quantum computing and sensing because of its innate unique superconducting properties.

Lake Poopo: Why the Disappearance of Bolivia's Second-Largest Lake Is Our Fault

08.05.2021 06:38 AM

Bolivia's second-largest lake, Lake Poopo, disappeared in 2015 and was unable to recuperate. Hundreds of plant and animal life have disappeared from the region. The reason? Diversion of water for irrigation, agricultural farming, and climate change.

COVID-19: Full-Dose Blood Thinners May Reduce Organ Support Necessity for Moderately Ill Patients

08.05.2021 02:56 AM

Researchers part of a global collaboration discovered the benefits of using full-dose blood thinners such as heparin reduces the need for organ support like mechanical ventilators and increases the chances of hospital discharge. But the same was not seen in critically ill patients.

Babylonian Theorem: How the Ancient City Calculated With Triangles 1000 Years Before Pythagoras

08.05.2021 01:46 AM

Researchers uncovered a clay slab known as Si.427 in Iraq, previously a Babylonian city that shows how the ancient civilization used Pythagorean Theorem 1,000 years before Pythagoras was born.

Human Height Influenced by Specified Genes in Growth Plates During Early Childhood

08.04.2021 23:27 PM

A new study identified the specific genes responsible for the human height and skeletal regulation. Gene and gene pathways could have a more essential role in the height of humans than expected.

Brain Research on Abstract Thoughts, Rewards, Visual Stimuli Has Potential in Neurology, Psychiatry, AI Tech

08.04.2021 01:54 AM

New research shows that the mental abstraction in our cognitive ability is correlated with the value signals responsible for economic value and rewards.

Jenkins: UK 'Over The Hill' Due to COVID-19 Vaccine Impact; Third Wave Easing with 85 Million Vaccines Distributed

08.03.2021 08:58 AM

Jamie Jenkins expressed insights on the ease of the pandemic's third quarter in the UK. Along with it, the government reports the successful rollout of vaccines.

The US Fish and Wildlife Service Announced Sierra Nevada Red Fox as Endangered Species

08.03.2021 07:53 AM

A recent ruling published in the Federal Register of the United States announced the Sierra Nevada Red Fox as an endangered species.

Do Neanderthals Recognize Art? European Cave Found with Stone Age Paintings, Possible Art Activity of Early Humans

08.03.2021 07:04 AM

New evidence about the Neanderthal's lifestyle has been unearthed in the Cave of Ardales, located in southern Spain.

Carbon Dioxide Decline 34 Million Years Ago Caused Earth's Drastic Climate Transition and Formation of Antarctica

08.03.2021 04:00 AM

In a recent paper, the atmopsheric carbon dioxide was theorized to be the main key to the drastic change of Earth's climate from greehnouse to icehouse condition.

Short Gamma-Ray Bursts Originate From a Dying Star; Super Short GRB Recorded From Andromeda

08.03.2021 01:00 AM

A recent gamma-ray burst recorded has dropped a hint on where short GRBs originates. Gamma-ray bursts are expected to be the most powerful phenomenon in the cosmos.