Distant quasar J0439+1634 explored in X-rays
Using ESA's XMM-Newton spacecraft, an international team of astronomers has conducted X-ray observations of the most distant known gravitationally lensed quasar—J0439+1634. Results of the study, published December 20 on the arXiv pre-print server,.....»»
New computer simulation aids in the search for the origin of cosmic rays
An international research team has developed a computer program that can simulate the transport of cosmic rays through space. The researchers hope it will help them solve the mystery of the sources of cosmic rays......»»
Gamma rays from a dwarf galaxy solve an astronomical puzzle
A glowing blob known as "the cocoon," which appears to be inside one of the enormous gamma-ray emanations from the center of our galaxy dubbed the "Fermi bubbles," has puzzled astronomers since it was discovered in 2012......»»
Glitch fixed on Voyager 1 probe, but underlying cause still a mystery
Engineers have fixed an issue with the Voyager 1 probe, one of the two most distant manmade objects in the universe......»»
Crime-scene technique identifies asteroid sites
Analyzing the charred remains of plants can confirm the locations of asteroid strikes in the distant past, new research shows......»»
The impact of megafires on estuaries from Australia"s "Black Summer"
Australian researchers have explored the impact of bushfires on estuaries in New South Wales, Australia's largest state, finding fires can increase the load of fire-derived pollutants with potentially profound environmental effects......»»
Developing coating materials that could make windows better insulators
A French-Japanese research collaboration has fabricated metal nanocomposite coatings that improve the insulating properties of window glasses. The new coating prevents a significant portion of near-infrared (NIR) and ultraviolet rays (UV) from passin.....»»
Next iPhone SE rumored to look about the same as the iPhone XR
Apple's expected — and still distant — fourth generation iPhone SE will effectively be a reworked iPhone XR, the rumor mill suggested on Monday evening — but that's not at all surprising.Rather than being based on any cited supply chain sources.....»»
Where Do High-Energy Cosmic Rays Come From? A Star’s Last Gasp
Researchers compiled data from several telescopes to show that explosive stellar death can generate some of the fastest particles in the universe......»»
Better Call Saul was a profound meditation on the passing of time
With its slow burn approach to storytelling and complex characterizations of very bad people, Better Call Saul explored issues of time, death, and regret......»»
NASA’s Mars helicopter flies again after a two-month break
NASA’s Mars helicopter has taken to the skies again after a lengthy break due to bitterly cold conditions on the distant planet......»»
See distant galaxies sparkling in James Webb’s biggest image yet
The wonders of the universe are on full display once again thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope......»»
Wobbling droplets in space confirm late professor"s theory
At a time when astronomers around the world are reveling in new views of the distant cosmos, an experiment on the International Space Station has given Cornell researchers fresh insight into something a little closer to home: water......»»
Researchers study the turbulence raging inside distant stars
Stunning new images created by Keele researchers highlight the turbulent flow of energy inside distant stars......»»
New supramolecular plastic that is degradable and highly recyclable
A research group headed by senior researcher Jianwei Li at the MediCity Research Laboratory has explored a new type of materials called supramolecular plastics that would substitute the conventional polymeric plastics with an eco-friendlier material.....»»
Betelgeuse is bouncing back after blowing its top in 2019
"We're watching stellar evolution in real time." Enlarge / Artist’s conception in 2021 provided a close-up of Betelgeuse’s irregular surface and its giant, dynamic gas bubbles, with distant stars dotting the background. (credit: E.....»»
Researchers investigate spatial distribution of reservoir plankton communities in Southeast China
A research team led by Prof. Yang Jun from the Institute of Urban Environment of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has explored the spatial distribution of phytoplankton and zooplankton communities in 24 reservoirs in Southeast China......»»
New faint, distant and cold brown dwarf discovered
Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), an international team of astronomers have detected a new faint, distant, and cold brown dwarf. The newly found object, designated GLASS-JWST-BD1, turns out to be about 31 times more massive than Jupiter. T.....»»
Endangered sharks, rays caught in protected Med areas: study
Endangered sharks, rays and skates in the Mediterranean are more frequently caught in protected than in unprotected areas, according to research published Tuesday highlighting the need for better conservation for critically threatened species......»»
Looking back on some of the universe’s oldest galaxies with James Webb
The James Webb Space Telescope continues to astonish, with early data providing a tantalizing glimpse at some extremely distant and extremely old galaxies......»»
How can a cooperative-based organization of Indigenous fisheries foster resilience of declining stocks?
A recent study in Environmental Policy and Governance explored how a cooperative organization of various stakeholders can help foster the development of a coastal fisheries-dependent community without increasing the pressure on the resource it harves.....»»