VERA unveils surroundings of rapidly growing black holes

Astronomers used the state-of-the-art capability of VERA, a Japanese network of radio telescopes, to uncover valuable…

Scientists find that a special omega-3 lipid might prevent fatty liver disease

Omega-3 lysolipids are important for protecting the liver from dietary fat, according to researchers. …

Dry manufacturing process offers path to cleaner, more affordable high-energy EV batteries

Early experiments have revealed significant benefits to a dry battery manufacturing process. This eliminates the use…

Researchers achieve historic milestone in energy capacity of supercapacitors

In a new landmark chemistry study, researchers describe how they have achieved the highest level of…

Learning from superheroes and AI: Researchers study how a chatbot can teach kids supportive self-talk

Researchers created a new audio chatbot, Self-Talk with Superhero Zip, aimed to help children speak positively…

Hidden cameras spot wildlife returning home after 2018 megafire

Researchers analyzed more than 500,000 motion-sensor camera trap images taken at a Northern California reserve in…

Study reveals goal-oriented rewards as key factors in decision-making

Groundbreaking research is shifting the understanding of human decision-making processes by highlighting the importance of goal-oriented…

How to track animal of legend? Look to the poop

Researchers applied genetic and isotopic analyses to jaguar scat to investigate the habitat needs of the…

It's sewage, not fertilizer fueling nitrogen surge in Florida's Indian River Lagoon

Fertilizer restrictions along Florida’s 156-mile-long Indian River Lagoon were intended to reduce nutrient inputs from urban…

Saltwater or freshwater? Difference is large for the climate when we flood low lying areas

Researchers find large methane emissions: ‘Do not flood low-lying areas with freshwater’. Their studies find that…