Scientists unlock hidden energy source to push organic solar cells above 20% efficiency
Scientists have found a new way to make organic solar cells much more efficient by turning what was once considered wasted energy into useful...
How two stars work together to create brilliant supernova explosions
When a massive star reaches the end of its life, it explodes in a powerful event called a supernova.
These explosions are among the most...
Hawaiʻi’s spinner dolphins are having fewer babies, scientists warn
A new study has found that spinner dolphins living off Hawaiʻi Island are having far fewer calves than scientists expected.
The discovery has raised serious...
Scientists build low-power AI chip that combines computing and memory
Scientists have developed a new electronic chip component that works more like the human brain than today's computers.
The new device can both process information...
Astronomers discover promising super Earth that could support life
A nearby planet that could potentially support life may be more Earth-like than scientists first believed.
New observations suggest the planet, called GJ 3378b, is...
This VR headset knows how you feel—and uses it to tell a powerful story
Imagine putting on a virtual reality (VR) headset, walking into a glowing nightclub, and being greeted by someone who smiles and says, "Hey, you...
Why Some People Can’t Get Their Blood Pressure Under Control—And How AI Could Help
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common long-term health problems in the world.
Millions of people live with it...
Why humans and mice smell the world in nearly the same way
Have you ever picked up a piece of fruit and taken one deep sniff to see if it was ripe?
It turns out that mice...
Astronomers characterize improbable system shaped by brown dwarf
While studying planets beyond our Solar System (6,316 confirmed exoplanets and counting), scientists have discovered some very interesting systems.
Consider TOI-201, a compact system populated...
New catalyst converts plant waste into high-value chemicals with nearly 100% efficiency
Scientists have developed a new way to turn plant waste into useful chemicals, bringing us one step closer to replacing some fossil fuel-based products...
Hidden electron patterns may hold the secret to superconductivity
Superconductivity is one of the most exciting mysteries in modern physics. It allows electricity to flow through a material without losing any energy as...
Scientists discover a new pangolin species hidden in the Himalayas for nearly 200 years
Scientists have confirmed that a little-known Himalayan pangolin is a separate species, ending a mystery that has lasted for nearly 190 years.
The discovery could...
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Domestication is not the only reason for smaller brain size in dogs, shows study
A new study challenges the long-held belief that domestication is the main reason for smaller brain sizes in dogs compared to their wild relatives,...
How gold, platinum, and other precious metals found their way into Earth’s mantle
In a spectacular scientific discovery, researchers have unraveled a dazzling mystery about how gold, platinum, and other precious metals found their way into the...
Scientists turn flat radio images into 3D views of the universe
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have created a groundbreaking technique that transforms 2D radio images into 3D models, offering a deeper understanding of...
Scientists discover new way to control magnetic properties of rare earth elements
Scientists have discovered a new way to control the magnetic properties of rare earth elements, which could revolutionize data storage technology.
This breakthrough was achieved...
Your reusable coffee cup might not be so green after all
Many sustainability-minded consumers likely assume that reusable products have fewer environmental impacts, but just how green are they?
A new study uncovers some surprising...