Why does skin get 'leathery' after too much sun? Bioengineers examine cellular breakdown

A study explores how ultraviolet radiation can alter the microstructure of human skin. Particularly affected is…

Early humans were weapon woodwork experts, study finds

State-of-the-art analysis of a 300,000 wooden throwing found in Germany three decades ago, shows early humans…

Researchers put a new twist on graphite

Researchers report that it is possible to imbue graphite — the bulk, 3D material found in…

Astronomers find new type of stellar object

Researchers have discovered a new type of stellar object in space with unique characteristics that has…

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…