Does this exoplanet have a sibling sharing the same orbit?

Astronomers have found the possible ‘sibling’ of a planet orbiting a distant star. The team has…

Gene mutation may explain why some don't get sick from COVID-19

People who contract COVID-19 but never develop symptoms — the so-called super dodgers — may have…

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…