Category: Science and Nature

Prof. Sebastian Loth and his team have captured atomic-level electron motion in solids with unprecedented spatial and temporal precision, advancing materials research. Their findings may lead to more targeted material development by revealing how electron motion is influenced by atomic changes. For the first time, Prof…  » …

When insect-eating bats died, farmers increased pesticide use—leading to more than 1,000 infant deaths. Since 2006, the decline in bat populations in North America has led farmers to increase pesticide use by 31%, resulting in higher infant mortality rates and poorer crop quality. This shift has cost society approximately $39.6 billion…  » …

Marketing is a powerful tool that shapes our perceptions and influences our purchasing decisions, often in ways we don’t even realize. While some marketing tactics are straightforward, others can be misleading, creating illusions of quality, health benefits, or exclusivity. From food labels that promise healthier options to buzzwords that imply superior performance, these tricks can

Television has shaped global entertainment, providing viewers with countless hours of drama, laughter, and intrigue. From sitcoms that make us laugh until we cry to dramas that keep us on the edge of our seats, certain TV shows have transcended the small screen to become cultural phenomena. These series not only entertained millions but also

As continental landmasses rose above sea level to meet wind and rain effects around 3 billion years ago, they underwent a series of geologic processes that helped them stabilize and endure until now, according to an NSF-supported study published in Nature . The continental crust is unique among terrestrial planets and makes Earth habitable. About

Michael Mattiazzo photographed the comet in morning twilight from Swan Hill, Victoria, Australia on Sept. 15. (Image credit: Michael Mattiazzo) The saga of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (pronounced Choo-cheen-SHAHN -ATLAS), is now coming down the home stretch. When the Purple Mountain Observatory (Tsuchinshan) near Nanjing, China photographed a faint object in mid-January 2023, it was initially thought to

A study from the University of Michigan shows that using an online dashboard can help doctors and pharmacists give the correct dose of blood thinners, reducing the risk of blood clots and strokes. The tool, created by the Veterans Health Administration, was used to review over 120,000 patient cases to ensure proper dosing of commonly

Bioinspired skin adhesives are a promising alternative to traditional glue-based patches for sticking medical devices to the skin. Many patches are chemical-based, and the chemicals in their glues can cause a range of side effects for the skin. Inspired by the infundibulum and circumferential rim of the suckers of octopi, KAUST researchers have developed a

Key Points The Association of Super Funds of Australia says 30 per cent of Australians have enough super to retire comfortably. The group says couples need $690,000 in super to fund their retirement, while singles need $595,000. The median super balance for men remains significantly larger than that for women. Only around a third of

Sean “Diddy” Combs faces federal charges in New York, his lawyer says. The background: Details of the charges weren’t immediately announced by prosecutors. Criminal charges would be a major but not unexpected takedown of one of the most prominent producers and most famous names in the history of hip-hop. The federal investigation of the 58-year-old