Boeing’s Starliner capsule is finally taking off to the International Space Station on its first crewed mission after several years of delays following rival SpaceX’s success in achieving the same milestone. The mission is crucial for Boeing, a giant in the US aerospace industry, as it aims to establish its reputation after facing safety concerns
Recent research from the University of Bristol has shed light on the relationship between CO2 levels and infectious airborne viral loads. While initially focused on the pathogen responsible for COVID-19, the findings have broader implications for reducing the risk of virus transmission in environments with limited ventilation. The study suggests that keeping CO2 levels low
Our belief that we have control over our health through exercise, healthy eating, and lifestyle choices is often misconstrued. In reality, factors outside of our control, such as products manufactured by corporations, play a significant role in influencing our health. These companies produce and sell products that can lead to sickness and even death. Many
The association between cancer risk and lifestyle factors like diet and metabolic conditions has long been acknowledged. Recent research by scientists from Singapore and the UK sheds light on a previously unknown mechanism that explains why an unhealthy diet or unmanaged metabolic conditions, such as diabetes, can increase the risk of cancer. The study revealed
The research conducted by North Carolina State University and the University of Pittsburgh focused on the movement of spin information, known as a pure spin current, through chiral materials. This study revealed that the direction in which spins are injected into chiral materials plays a crucial role in their ability to pass through these materials.
Exploring the lunar surface is becoming more likely in the next decade, but the toll that low-gravity environments take on the human body is a certainty. Muscle atrophy, bone demineralization, cardiovascular conditioning issues, and neural control problems are just a few of the challenges faced by astronauts in such environments. While scientists have made progress
The cybersecurity engineers responsible for protecting the upcoming Paris Games are undergoing rigorous training to ensure the safety and security of the event. Just like Olympic athletes, they are turning to friendly hackers to test their cyberdefenses and analyze their opponents’ strengths, tactics, and weaknesses. From teenage showoffs and ransomware gangs to Russian military hackers,
In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the University of Portsmouth have introduced a quantum sensing scheme that revolutionizes the measurement of transverse displacement between interfering photons. This cutting-edge technique has the potential to significantly enhance superresolution imaging methods that utilize single-photon sources for tracking and localizing biological specimens, such as quantum dots in single-molecule localization
Living a healthy lifestyle is crucial for overall well-being. From getting enough sleep to staying active throughout the day, there are certain habits that can significantly impact our health. However, finding the right balance between various activities can be challenging. Finding the Optimal Balance Research has shown that achieving the optimal balance of sleep, physical
The intersection of science fiction and actual scientific principles is a subject of fascination for Professor Alex Baker from the University of Warwick. On this Star Wars Day, May the 4th, Professor Baker delves into the chemistry behind the galaxy far, far away. By meticulously analyzing the elements that drive the Star Wars universe, Professor
The movement of tectonic plates has long been known to shape the rocky features of Earth’s surface, but there is a lesser-known factor at play – the influence of the mantle. While it is often overlooked, the mantle layer underneath the Earth’s crust exerts its own subtle influence on the topography of the planet. Stephenson
The existence of dark matter, which makes up approximately 80% of the universe, continues to baffle astrophysicists due to its elusive nature. Unlike ordinary matter, dark matter does not emit, reflect, or absorb light, making it undetectable through traditional experimental methods. The quest to unravel the secrets of dark matter has led physicists worldwide to
Noninvasive brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are proving to be a promising alternative to invasive BCIs, with Carnegie Mellon University’s He Lab at the forefront of pioneering research in this field. The use of noninvasive BCIs offers a multitude of advantages over invasive counterparts such as Neuralink or Synchron. These advantages include increased safety, cost-effectiveness, and the
As the global population continues to age, and age-related diseases such as dementia, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis become more prevalent, individuals of all ages are seeking ways to improve their overall health and well-being. A recent study conducted in Australia suggests that women in their 40s and 50s can significantly benefit from incorporating regular physical
The Sun is a familiar sight in our sky, but thanks to ESA’s Solar Orbiter mission, we are now seeing it in a whole new light. With the help of advanced imaging technology, we can now observe the Sun’s lower atmosphere in stunning detail, revealing feathery, hair-like structures made of plasma that follow magnetic field