Alien: Isolation 2: everything we know so far
Pull out your motion tracker because there's something in the vents. Alien: Isolation 2 is real and we have all the information you need for this encounter......»»
The Mars Sample Return Mission Will Be a First for Humankind
The biggest challenge for a multi-mission robotic lift-off from an alien planet: It must work right the first time With the Perseverance safely on Mars, now collecting rock and soil samples from the surface, it’s now time to plan the next sta.....»»
Astronomers discover four new "hot Jupiters"
An international team of astronomers has detected four new "hot Jupiter" exoplanets as part of the Next Generation Transit Survey (NGTS). The newly found alien worlds are at least 10% larger than Jupiter but less massive than the solar system's bigge.....»»
Pandora mission would expand NASA"s capabilities in probing alien worlds
In the quest for habitable planets beyond our own, NASA is studying a mission concept called Pandora, which could eventually help decode the atmospheric mysteries of distant worlds in our galaxy. One of four low-cost astrophysics missions selected fo.....»»
SharedArrayBuffer warnings in Search Console: Clarifying a new cross-origin isolation security policy
Android Chrome 88 and desktop Chrome 91, plus Firefox 79+ now implement SharedArrayBuffers again after Spectre caused a multiyear security blackout on the feature until new security requirements were in place. Please visit Search Engine Land for the.....»»
Technosignatures: How scientists are looking for aliens
To date the search for alien life has been based on biosignatures - molecules or isotopes which would indicate the presence of ancient life - but new features could be the focus for this search in the future......»»
Study suggests healthy ecosystems are vital in reducing risk of future deadly pandemics
CABI scientist Dr. Arne Witt has shared his expertise on invasive alien plant species as part of a new paper which argues that healthy ecosystems are vital in reducing the risk of future pandemics—such as coronaviruses (including COVID-19) - that t.....»»
One Year Ago Today
My first full day in isolation was one year ago. My last dinner out was on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, with Mike Platt. I remember driving home that night pondering when I’d be back in the office. On Wednesday, March 11, 2020, I had a full schedul.....»»
Meet the Unsung Heroes behind Humanity"s Improbable Journey to an Alien Ocean
The author of a new book reveals the hidden human history of NASA’s in-development Europa Clipper mission -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Ultra-short-period super-Earth detected by TESS
Using NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), an international team of astronomers has detected a new super-Earth exoplanet. The newfound alien world, designated TOI-1685b, is about 70% larger than Earth and has an ultra-short orbital pe.....»»
Large-scale study uncovers recent genetic connectivity in chimpanzee subspecies, despite isolation
Chimpanzees are divided into four subspecies separated by geographic barriers like rivers. Previous studies attempting to understand chimpanzee population histories have been limited either by a poor geographic distribution of samples, samples of unc.....»»
Newly found "super-Earth" could hold key to finding alien life
A "super-Earth" located just 26 light years away could hold the key to finding extraterrestrial life......»»
COVID-19 pandemic has increased loneliness and other social issues, especially for women
Social distancing guidelines have reduced the spread of COVID-19, but lockdowns and isolation also have created or aggravated other well-being concerns, reports new research. Mayo Clinic investigators found a significant increase in loneliness and a.....»»
Can Alien Smog Lead Us to Extraterrestrial Civilizations?
A new study modeled whether we could find intelligent life on another planet—by looking for its pollution......»»
No Man’s Sky: How to raise, train, and breed companions
With the most recent update, No Man's Sky now allows players to have adorable alien pets! You can also genetically modify them to what you want. Here's how......»»
Aliens: Fireteam is a new co-op shooter based on the iconic sci-fi franchise
Aliens: Fireteam is a new shooter set in the world of the iconic Alien franchise......»»
A research group proposes six guidelines for managing the impacts of invasive species
Invasive alien species, defined as animals and plants that breed and disperse in a landscape beyond their native range, have negative environmental, social, and economic impacts. One example among many is the forage grass genus Brachiaria, originally.....»»
How to unlock Xenomorph and Ripley skins in Fortnite
Not sure how to unlock the Xenomorph and Ripley Alien skins in Fortnite? In this guide, we'll show you everything you'll need to know about acquiring them......»»
"This really is the surface of an alien world": NASA shares new pictures from Mars landing
NASA has released new pictures captured by the Perseverance rover after its dramatic touchdown on Mars......»»
COVID-19 isolation linked to increased domestic violence, researchers suggest
Extra stress in the COVID-19 pandemic caused by income loss, and lack of ability to pay for housing and food has exacerbated the often silent epidemic of intimate partner violence, a new study suggests......»»
Astronomers detect new super-Earth exoplanet orbiting nearby star
Using the radial velocity (RV) technique, astronomers have discovered a new super-Earth alien world as part of the HADES and CARMENES programs. The newfound exoplanet, designated GJ 740 b, orbits a bright star some 36 light-years away and is at least.....»»