Virophages are small viruses with double-stranded DNA genomes that co-infect eukaryotic cells along with giant viruses.…
Scientists create a 'crystal within a crystal' for new electronic devices
Liquid crystals have enabled new technologies, like LCD screens, through their ability to reflect certain color…
First multi-spot group of Solar Cycle 25 – Active Region 2753 numbered on December 24, 2019
After 40 days with no sunspots on the Earth-facing side of the Sun, a new sunspot…
The citizen scientists who helped map Bennu
When NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission spacecraft arrived at the asteroid Bennu, it discovered more rocks and boulders…
Researchers make new discoveries set to reveal the geology of planets outside our solar system
Three OU astronomers today announced groundbreaking discoveries allowing scientists to understand planets outside the solar system.…
Large-area and flexible near-infrared light-emitting diodes
Infrared LEDs are useful for optical communications and covert illumination, and are commonly found in remote…
NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft cleared for final assembly
NASA’s first large scale, piloted X-plane in more than three decades is cleared for final assembly…
Steam On, Steamboat: The World's Tallest Active Geyser Has Another Record Year
The world’s tallest active geyser is Steamboat Geyser, in Yellowstone National Park. It’s been on a…
Large scale feasts at ancient capital of Ulster drew crowds from across Iron Age Ireland
People transported animals over huge distances for mass gatherings at one of Ireland’s most iconic archaeological…
Vietnam seizes two tonnes of ivory and pangolin scales
Vietnam seized more than two tonnes of ivory tusks and pangolin scales hidden inside wooden boxes…