Could the blueprint for life have been generated in asteroids?
Using new analyses, scientists have just found the last two of the five informational units of DNA and RNA that had yet to be discovered in samples from meteorites. While it is unlikely that DNA could be formed in a meteorite, this discovery demonstr.....»»
The earliest traces of life on Earth—researchers explore carbon in 3.9-billion-year-old Canadian rocks
The isotopic composition of carbon in iron formations from the Saglek-Hebron Complex in Nunatsiavut (northern Labrador) has been seen as evidence of the earliest traces of life on Earth. But a new study by the University of Ottawa, Carleton Universit.....»»
Ancient grains of dust from space can be found on Earth—and provide clues about the life cycle of stars
In space, there are clouds that contain gas and dust ejected from stars. Our solar system was formed 4.6 billion years ago from such a molecular cloud. Most of these dust grains were destroyed during solar system formation. However, a very small amou.....»»
Gaia spots possible moons around hundreds of asteroids
ESA's star-surveying Gaia mission has again proven to be a formidable asteroid explorer, spotting potential moons around more than 350 asteroids not known to have a companion......»»
New study suggests that our galaxy is crowded or empty—both are equally terrifying
Is there intelligent life in the universe? And if so, just how common is it? Or perhaps the question should be, what are the odds that those engaged in the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) will encounter it someday?.....»»
Australian science magazine slammed over AI-generated articles
One of Australia's leading science magazines drew fire Thursday after publishing AI-generated articles that experts said were incorrect or oversimplified......»»
Life-changing 900-calorie liquid diet can reverse type 2 diabetes
Teams of researchers are working on diabetes cures around the world. We have seen a few promising developments in recent weeks. One group of researchers … The post Life-changing 900-calorie liquid diet can reverse type 2 diabetes appeared first.....»»
NASA Retires Asteroid-Hunting Telescope
NASA’s NEOWISE telescope has searched for asteroids, brown dwarfs and luminous galaxies. The spacecraft will soon burn up in Earth’s atmosphere.....»»
Treatments for ‘Brain-Eating’ Amoebas Are on the Horizon
New drugs may help patients with life-threatening "brain-eating" amoeba infections.....»»
Study reveals how plants decide between life and death
Researchers at Michigan State University have discovered two proteins that work together to determine the fate of cells in plants facing certain stresses......»»
Hurry! The Dell Inspiron desktop is on clearance today!
Dell has a great discount on a well-specced Dell Inspiron Desktop. With a saving of $330, here's why you might want it in your life......»»
Fungi adapt cell walls to evade antifungal drugs
Every year, life-threatening invasive fungal infections afflict more than 2 million individuals globally. Mortality rates for these infections are high, even when patients receive treatment......»»
Get this highly-rated resin 3D printer for $150, and that’s it
It’s time to bring your inspired creations to life with the Anycubic Photon Mono 2 3D Printer. Save $80 when you order the awesome device through Amazon......»»
This Lenovo ThinkPad is a staggering 72% off today
Lenovo has a great discount on the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 meaning it's down to just $629. Here's why you need it in your life......»»
How Lahaina"s more than 150-year-old banyan tree is coming back to life after devastating fire
How Lahaina"s more than 150-year-old banyan tree is coming back to life after devastating fire.....»»
Readers trust journalists less when they debunk rather than confirm claims
Pointing out that someone else is wrong is a part of life. And journalists need to do this all the time—their job includes helping sort what's true from what's not. But what if people just don't like hearing corrections?.....»»
Anker’s new desktop charger solved a problem I didn’t know I had
When I tried out one of Anker's new Prime charging products, I didn't expect it to so quickly become an integral part of my life......»»
Apple Towson wins historic labor agreement with pay increases & quality-of-life improvements
Apple's first retail union formed in Towson, Maryland, won a historic victory against Apple thanks to negotiations performed by IAM CORE.Apple Towson Town Center in MarylandTwo years after Apple Towson unionized with IAM CORE representing 85 employee.....»»
This 24,000mAh power bank from Anker has a huge discount today
Amazon has a huge discount on an Anker 737 power bank which is sure to be useful in your busy life. Here's why you need it......»»
The Google Pixel Watch 3’s biggest upgrade is all but confirmed
Leaked material has more or less confirmed that the Pixel Watch 3 will come in two sizes, serving a brighter display and potentially, longer battery life, too......»»
Research reveals how ordinary people can become "situational heroes"
How we view real-life "heroes" is changing according to new research, with more of a focus on acting heroically in certain situations, rather than being a heroic person......»»