Organic Molecules Discovered in Young Star System

Medicine & Technology Apr 10, 2015

Astronomers have detected the presence of two molecules in the disc surrounding the star designated MWC 480, in a region that is similar to the Kuiper Belt around our Sun. The discovery of these building blocks of life in a young star shows that the conditions that create organic molecules can happen across the cosmos.

Studies Tackle the Question of the Moon's Origin

Apr 09, 2015

For years scientists have struggled to determine the origin of our Moon that lights the night sky faithfully every single night. Now, many believe that the moon may have been formed by a collision between the Earth and another object that happened to be strikingly similar in composition to our own planet.

Is the Brontosaurus Back After Nearly a Century?

Apr 07, 2015

Any paleontologist that is worth anything will tell you that there is no such thing as a brontosaurus. But a new paper published in PeerJ hopes to change that.

Dwarf Dragons Discovered in the Andes

Apr 07, 2015

Just when we thought that scientists have found all the species they were going to, a new species of lizard dubbed the dwarf dragon has been discovered in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Lava Tubes Could Be Shelter for Expedition to Moon

Apr 06, 2015

Lava tubes that are large enough to contain entire cities are now believed to exist on the moon, and scientists believe that they could one day provide shelter from the cosmic radiation associated with space exploration.

Happy Birthday Microsoft: What Microsoft Looks Like at Age 40

Apr 04, 2015

Forty years ago today, on April 4, 1975, Bill Gates and Paul Allen founded Microsoft. In the beginning, the small tech firm developed and sold BASIC interpreters. At the time neither Gates nor Allen had any idea that they just started what would become one of the largest software firms in the world.

Curiosity Rover Curious About Ice Cream Sandwich Rock Formations

Apr 03, 2015

NASA's Curiosity rover has analyzed numerous rock samples from three different locations in the lower regions of Mount Sharp that reveal unique mineral compositions. Along with the discovery of the different minerals, there were also prominent veins that show the mountains layers, revealing different stages of weathering. These two toned minerals were found in ridges along a site called "Garden City" where bedrock has eroded and exposed these veins.

Facts You Should Know About Autism

Apr 03, 2015

April is Autism Awareness Month and April 2 was the annual World Autism Awareness Day. Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges in communicaton whether verbal or non-verbal, social interaction and propensity for repetitive behavior. There are many signs and facts about autism that everyone should be aware.

China and Google Clash Over Digital Certificates

Apr 02, 2015

A Chinese Internet administrator blasted Google on Thursday, after the U.S.-based tech giant decided to stop recognizing digital certificates issued by the group, following a lapse in security.

The Hunt is On for Exomoons That May Harbor Life

Apr 02, 2015

The search for life doesn't end at our solar system and it is not limited to just planets. Scientists are now searching for moons orbiting alien planets in other systems that could harbor extraterrestrial life.

New Issue of ‘Science’ Tackles Individualized Immunotherapies and the Future of Cancer Research

Apr 02, 2015

When it comes to tackling important issues within the science community that address realistic needs of the public, few publications are quite as thoughtful as the journal Science when it comes to curating the best of the best research, in any given field. Though the journal often covers a wide breadth of topics, this week they’re headed in a new direction, talking about game-changing cancer immunotherapy and the future possibility of individualized treatments that will take every patient’s genetic makeup and mutations into consideration. And it has become a conversation led by many hopeful researchers at the helm, backed by promising data.

The Foodies Beneath Our Feet—Urban Ants Like Human Food Too

Apr 01, 2015

It might be a sad fact, but in our daily lives, the most obvious example of species cohabitation may just be that of humans and ants. Now they’re not man’s best friend, that’s an obvious fact, but these little pests get away with a lot and whether we like it our not they tend to keep coming back. But when researchers looked into the tiny species, they revealed that the reason for their blissful cohabitation may be a lot more similar to why dogs like human homes as well—namely table scraps.

The NonStop Flight Down South—How One Songbird Species Commutes Thousands of Miles Without a Break

Mar 31, 2015

Think that you’ve got a long commute into the office every morning? Think again. While you may be used to sitting in traffic for hours on end, it turns out that one little songbird’s lengthy migration will put your commute to shame.

Star Wars Tatooine Planet May Be Common

Mar 31, 2015

One of the most iconic scenes ever filmed for Star Wars occurred when Luke walked outside his boyhood home on the rocky, desert planet of Tatooine and looked up at the two suns setting. Now, scientists believe that these Earth-like worlds with two suns in their sky may actually be more common than originally thought, throughout the Milky Way Galaxy.

NASA Set to Extend Mercury Mission for Another Month

Mar 30, 2015

The Mercury probe sent by NASA to study the planet closest to the sun isn't ready to finish its groundbreaking work just yet so NASA is taking steps to extend it's mission for at least another month.