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Scientists revive frozen brain tissue even after 18 months. But cryogenics is still a billionaire's pipe dream

Scientists successfully revive frozen brain tissue, paving the way for advanced neurological research.

Sky Magnetar hypersonic concept could fly London to New York in 50 minutes

The concept is part airplane part rocket ship.

How AI can accelerate health software design

AI technology speeds up the creation of diabetes prevention tools, with broader disruption anticipated across other fields.

The unexpected origin and remarkable journey of upside-down trees: the baobabs

Scientists uncover the origins and long-distance dispersal of the iconic baobab tree.

Astronomers baffled by 'fluffy' exoplanet with the density of cotton candy

A newly discovered far-away planet defies planetary formation theories with its extraordinary low density.

China is quietly building the world's first drone carrier

Naval warfare is on the brink of a paradigm shift.

The Hidden Science Behind Electric Guitar Pickups Revealed

New research delves into how pickups shape the sound of electric guitars.

Scientists achieve over 1,000 degrees Celsius with solar power alone rather than fossil fuels. A game changer for heavy industries?

Solar power could replace fossil fuels in high-heat industries like steel and cement manufacturing.

Oldest known human viruses found in 50,000-year-old Neanderthal remains

Discovery of ancient viruses in Neanderthal remains may reshape our understanding of their extinction.

Scientists make transparent, fireproof glass-like material out of bamboo

Researchers develop a novel transparent bamboo with flame-retardant properties.

Scientists make 'living plastic' with bacterial spores that could put an end to forever plastic pollution

The bacterial spores are incorporated into the bulk plastic. Interestingly, this plastic is more durable and flexible, mirroring the way rebar reinforces concrete.

Can Bitcoin's latest halving usher in a greener future for mining?

After the halving, there are good reasons to believe Bitcoin's notoriously unsustainable mining could be turned around.

11 Incredible Periodical Cicadas Facts You Can't Miss

Explore these fun facts about cicadas, from their unique life cycles to their critical role in ecosystems.

AI chatbots turn conspiracy theorists into skeptics through dialogue

Addressing conspiracy beliefs with tailor-made counterevidence delivered via AI chatbot works remarkably well.

Talking whales? AI reveals a complex language hidden in sperm whale clicks

AI reveals that sperm whale clicks form a complex language, not all that different from human speech

Scientists propose warp drive model that doesn't break laws of physics

Warp drives could be possible through new space-time manipulation techniques.

How the first pandemic in history shook the Roman Empire

In his book 'Pox Romana,' Colin Elliott delves into the devastating effects of the Antonine Plague, a pandemic that might have hastened the decline of one of history's greatest empires.

Physicists might have just discovered 'glueballs': the particles made entirely of force

Recent experiments might have finally confirmed the existence of glueballs, particles made entirely of gluons.

Hair-thin silk fabric cancels out noise and creates quiet spaces anywhere

MIT researchers have created a silk fabric that can significantly reduce noise using piezoelectric fibers to counteract or block unwanted sounds.

Study reveals the cognitive superpowers of reading fiction: more than just words

New research shows that reading fiction boosts empathy, verbal skills, and cognitive ability.

Navy SEAL donates his brain to science to make a point about veterans' traumatic brain injuries

Navy SEAL Ryan Larkin, tormented by the invisible scars of war, instructed his parents to donate his brain to science, uncovering profound trauma and sparking crucial conversations about military health protocols.

How to make U.S. STEM degrees more affordable: lessons from abroad

Research highlights financial barriers and potential solutions for STEM students.

Weakening magnetic field 590 million years ago could have sparked life's big leap

How a weak geomagnetic field might have surprisingly spurred complex life on Earth.

Sodium-ion hybrid batteries could recharge EVs in seconds

By combining traditional battery and supercapacitor tech, researchers have developed a super 'Frankenstein' battery that combines the best of both worlds.

Blood sampling device inspired by leeches could make needles obsolete

Innovative blood sampling device mimics leech mechanics for painless, efficient diagnostics.

Why do cicadas make so much noise?

Cicadas are nature's loudspeakers. Here's why and how they make such a racket.

Very rare marsupial mole sighted in Australia. It's so tiny it fits between your fingers

Tiny and living in the desert, this mole is one of the most elusive mammals of Australia.

These scientists want to make white bread as healthy as wholegrain. Here's how

Researchers in the UK are enhancing white bread to be as healthy as wholemeal while maintaining its appeal.

Why can't pandas get it on? The answer may lie in their intestines

New study links panda reproductive issues to specific gut microbes.

Scientists find a way to convert blood types and make them mutually compatible for transfusion

New enzyme technology could transform some blood types into universal donor blood, addressing global blood shortages.

Archaeologists uncover luxurious 2,200-year-old tomb of ancient Chinese ruler

The lavish tomb may contain secrets about the last years of the once mighty Chu state.

T. rex wasn't that smart after all. Its intelligence was more on par with a large crocodile

Previous estimates of T-rex's brain power were vastly overestimated.

Zoom and enhance: Adobe AI sharpens videos by up to 8 times the original resolution with minimal artifacts

You can now turn old low-res videos into 4K.

Emotional toll of stolen dogs mirrors loss of loved one

A new study finds the emotional impact of dog theft is like losing a family member.

Burned remains at Maya pyramid reveal dramatic regime change

When a new Mayan ruler came onto the scene, he wanted a clean slate.

Mysterious and indecipherable 600-year-old Voynich Manuscript may be partly about sex and 'women's secrets'

Some of the chapters may be coded gynecology texts, hidden to keep commoners away from this knowledge.

Scientists forge an 'impossible material': a metal alloy with unmatched strength and toughness at all temperatures

The new alloy shows promise for future high-efficiency aerospace engines.

'You're not listening!' When someone disagrees, we tend to think they're not listening — even when they are

When the other party doesn't agree, you may feel unheard even when they're actually listening.

How cocaine overpowers basic human needs like thirst and hunger

New research explores the neural hijacking that cocaine addiction causes in the brain.

Chinese scientists claim they've figured out how to power stealth submarines with lasers

Chinese researchers make a breakthrough in silent, super-fast submarine propulsion.

NASA finds puzzling islands on a lava lake on Jupiter's moon Io

Io's lava lake is specular and reflects light like obsidian glass.

Reading on a screen instead of paper may be less effective for learning

Why reading on screens might not be as effective as on paper

Scientists witness incredibly rare cellular evolution. The last time this happened a billion years ago, plants appeared

Scientists discover the 'nitroplast,' a new organelle formed when algae absorbed cyanobacteria.

Climate change may shrink the global economy by 19% by 2049. The decline could reach 60% if no action is taken

The world economy faces significant losses if carbon emissions are not curbed.

Why did these Viking women have cone-shaped skulls?

Three Viking women's skulls reshaped 1,000 years ago intrigue scientists.

Archaeologists find surprisingly well-preserved 8,600-year-old bread in Turkey

Archaeologists in Turkey have 'risen' to the occasion, discovering the world's oldest fermented bread at Çatalhöyük

What your taste in music says about your moral compass

The music we love may mirror our moral values.

Scientists make the first single-atom-thick sheet of gold. It's called 'goldene'

The new material could revolutionize catalysis and more.

Japan and NASA will send a 'camper van' to the Moon. Astronauts will drive it without a spacesuit

The Lunar Cruiser can support a two-person crew for 30 days. Everything they need is inside.

Paleontologists discover three new species of massive fossil kangaroos. One is double the size of today's red kangaroo

Researchers uncover three giant fossil kangaroos, shedding light on their diverse and dynamic past.

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