Meteorites lend clues to solar system's origin

The isotopic composition of meteorites and terrestrial planets holds important clues about the earliest history of…

Study finds Chinese plant biodiversity at risk due to human activity

With intensifying human activity, many species are threatened with extinction. However, many other species have expanded…

Researchers reveal a wide band gap topological insulator

Since their discovery in 2006, topological insulators have been widely discussed as a promising avenue for…

Leafcutter ants accelerate the cutting and transport of leaves during stormy weather

Leafcutter ants such as Atta sexdens or Acromyrmex lobicornis face two major challenges when they leave…

Planetary boundaries: Interactions in the Earth system amplify human impacts

Transgressing one planetary boundary can amplify human impacts on another one. For the first time, an…

Cosmic radiation around us reaching record high levels as the Sun sets Space Age record for most days without spots

Cosmic radiation has hit the 5-year high this month and is approaching record high values as…

Fine-tuning thermoelectric materials for cheaper renewable energy

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have developed new thermoelectric materials, which could provide a…

CRISPR, gravity waves, water on Mars: A decade of discoveries

From finding the building blocks for life on Mars to breakthroughs in gene editing and the…

Coal demand to remain stable amid climate concerns: IEA

The demand for coal will remain steady over the next four years due to demand from…

Gender workplace equality 257 years away: WEF

Women may have to wait more than two centuries for equality at work, according to a…