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Who is César Lattes? Google celebrates Brazilian physicist with doodle

The Braziliant researcher would have celebrated his 100th birthday today.

Japanese Scientists Pull Tiniest Cart and Ferris Wheel With Microscopic Workhorses

Researchers at the University of Tokyo harness algae cells to drive micromachines.

China is building twice more wind and solar than the rest of the world combined

China's push puts the global goal to triple renewable capacity by the end of 2030 "well within reach".

This invisible mask removes 99.8% of germs from the air

Respiratory diseases are on the rise among industrial workers, and regular masks just don't cut it.

Researchers inject rhino horns with small radioactive doses — to save them

The idea is meant to stop poachers, but not in the way you're probably thinking.

Man sneezes so hard his guts come out. Baffled doctors manage to save him

A man's violent sneeze caused his intestines to protrude through a surgical site, leading to an emergency operation.

Some people aren't buying Teslas because of Elon Musk's behavior

Some people call them antics, some people call it racism.

Florida tree cactus is the first extinction victim of rising seas in the United States

The Key Largo tree cactus succumbs to climate change. More are surely to come, scientists warn.

Women are more likely to make derogatory comments about rivals with larger breasts

New research explores the role of breast size in female intrasexual competition.

How The Perverse Incentives of Academic Publishing Are Hurting Science

Scientists who spend time peer-reviewing manuscripts don’t get rewarded for their efforts. It’s time to change that.

Time ticks slightly faster on the Moon by 57 microseconds. Here's why this is a big deal

The success of the upcoming manned Artemis missions to the Moon hinge on perfect syncronization between time-keeping instruments.

Could autism be linked to gut microbes— and can we use poop for diagnosis?

The link between autism and gut organisms seems to be stronger than we thought.

Yes, Hurricane Beryl is also linked with climate change

It's exactly the kind of events experts forecast would happen.

Oddball icy exoplanet could be the best place to look for alien life

The data suggests the exoplanet's mass might be made of 10% to 20% liquid water.

Discovering new anti-aging secrets from the world's longest-living vertebrate

Greenland sharks could hold the secret to better cardiovascular health.

Scientists turn white fat cells into calorie-burning fats that could transform weight loss

A key protein is responsible for converting cells that normally store fat into calorie-burning cells. This could be a new mechanism for weight-loss drugs.

Polar rain auroras: scientists explain this spectacular solar event

An aurora illuminated the entire polar cap during a solar wind lull.

This map shows what your city's climate will be like in 2080

New York City's climate will feel like today's northern Mississippi.

How Prague Zoo saved Earth’s last wild horses from extinction

For the first time in 200 years, Kazakhstan witnesses the return of Przewalski's horse.

Scientists create infinitely complex mazes inspired by chess to tackle global challenges

Researchers leverage the Knight's moves from chess to create intricate mazes with potential industrial applications.

Record heat in California: we're seeing climate change unfold before our eyes

Temperature records are being broken one after another in California.

Great tits have a surprisingly good memory -- and are much smarter than we thought

Blue tits were found to be equally capable of remembering and adapting.

This is what the first dinosaur eggs probably looked like

New study shows early dinosaurs like laid leathery eggs, reshaping our understanding of prehistoric life and reproduction.

How the humble eyed needle allowed humans to invent fashion more than 40,000 years ago

A technological shift from bone awls to threaded needles may have paved the way for fashion (and also the first underwear).

Penis cancer rates are increasing: Here's what you need to know

Men are often embarrassed or in denial about penis cancer and so only seek treatment at a late stage.

How was popcorn discovered? Archaeologist traces its history back to the Americas thousands of years ago

How was popcorn discovered? An archaeologist on its likely appeal for people in the Americas millennia ago.

Melodies in chart-topping music have become blatantly less complex

Researchers find modern chart-topping music has simpler melodies compared to past hits.

Why are some cats aggressive scratchers? Blame your ragged couch on stress

Cats always seem to have an itch. But when they go overboard, it's time to pay attention to your surroundings.

Why the Dutch are the tallest people on Earth

he average Dutch man is 9% taller today than 200 years ago, but today’s Dutch children are shorter than their parents.

LEGO space bricks made out of meteorites could pave the way for moon bases

ESA partnered with LEGO to make 3D-printed 'space bricks' that inspire next-gen space engineers.

Hippos can run so fast that they're airborne for fractions of a second

You wouldn't believe it looking at their stubby frame.

The Sonoran Desert Toad's Psychedelic Secrets Could Be The Mental Health Breakthrough We've Been Waiting For

The compound stands out for its quick and potent psychedelic effects. Can lab formulations help improve mental health?

Astronomers decypher 2,000-year-old ancient Greek computer with the help of gravitational waves science

The oldest computer in the world is revealing its secrets.

Florida Carpenter Ants Perform Life-Saving Amputations on Injured Nest Mates

The only medical system that rivals this behavior would be the human one, scientists say.

Some mice may owe monogamy to a specialized cell -- and this could be significant for humans

The hormone that may be behind this is also found in humans, but it's not clear what it does.

Researchers find traces of 12,000-year-old Aboriginal ritual carried out for millennia

The same ritual was also described until the 19th century.

Big Banks Break Their Climate Promises by Propping Up Big Meat

Massive industrial livestock financing sabotages major U.S. banks’ climate goals.

One Question About Climate, and Barely an Answer at Biden-Trump Debate

In this election cycle, stakes are high for the environment and the scientific community. You wouldn’t know that from the first presidential debate.

Archaeologists unearth 500-year-old skeletons of Inca toddlers with smallpox

These children are South America's earliest known victims of a deadly bone infection caused by the smallpox virus.

SuperAnimal: An AI model that anyone can use to understand animal behavior

Animals can't talk or express their feelings but an AI can help us understand their behavior.

Ghosting isn't as cold-hearted as it seems, say psychologists — but people still hate it

Ghosting may be more complex than it appears.

How dinosaurs' extinction paved the way for grapes and wine

Researchers have discovered that the extinction of dinosaurs 66 million years ago allowed for the proliferation and diversification of grapevines, paving the way for the modern grapes used in today's winemaking.

This tiny desert moss could be key to terraforming Mars

Syntrichia caninervis has a real gift for bouncing back to life.

China opens mega cross-sea passage with bridges, artificial islands, and underground tunnel

The crossing will connect China's most densly populated bay areas, home to over 86 million people.

Classical composer Ludwig van Beethoven was full of heavy metal

Scientists reveal lead toxicity was a key factor in Beethoven's health issues.

Trilobite treasures: exquisite fossils are remarkably well preserved

A team of researchers used CT scans and computer models to image trilobites in unprecedented detail.

Scientists find a faster way to express pi by accident

It's a major breakthrough in both math and physics.

A Nostalgic Trip Through 7 Iconic Windows Games That Defined an Era

From Minesweeper to Halo, these games shaped PC gaming history.

Meet the Inflatable Bike Helmet That Fits in Your Bag

Who's been waiting for a foldable helmet?

This startup is using dead leaves to make paper without cutting trees

The paper products emit nearly 80% less CO2 and use 15 less water than traditional paper.

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