Heavy Metal Exoplanet Found Orbiting Nearby Star
With a density close to that of pure iron, GJ 367b may be the remnant metal-rich core of an evaporated giant world -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Modified metal-organic framework can capture benzene in the atmosphere to tackle a major health risk
Scientists have developed a new material capable of capturing the harmful chemical benzene from the polluted air, offering a potential solution for tackling a major health and environmental risk......»»
Innovative model offers new way for astronomers to analyze powerful space explosions
Astrophysical explosions are, to give a few examples, driven by the collapse of the iron core of a massive star (known as a core-collapse supernova), the consumption of spaghettified stellar remains by a massive black hole (known as a tidal disruptio.....»»
Astronomers discover one of the fastest-spinning stars in the universe
A new study by DTU Space researchers has revealed a neutron star that rotates around its axis at an extremely high speed. It spins 716 times per second, making it one of the fastest-spinning objects ever observed......»»
China says it"s ready to launch the next crew to its orbiting space station early Wednesday
China said all systems are ready to launch the next crew to its orbiting space station early Wednesday, the latest mission to make the country a major space power......»»
Engineered bacterial protein offers efficient rare earth metal separation
A newly discovered protein naturally houses an unusual binding site that can differentiate between rare earth elements, and researchers at Penn State have made it even better. Rare earth elements are key components used in everything from modern tech.....»»
Novel self-cleaning electrode developed for alkaline-earth metal peroxide synthesis
Metal peroxide (MO2, M=Ca, Sr, Ba) is an alternative to hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). It has excellent oxidative properties, superior chemical stability, high purity, and is easy to store and transport. It has been widely used in wastewater treatment and.....»»
Star Wars’ Daisy Ridley reveals why she finds her return as Rey ‘scary’
Daisy Ridley is both excited and scared to make her Star Wars return as Rey......»»
Landslide blocks Interstate 5 in Bellingham amid deluge of water. More heavy rain possible
Landslide blocks Interstate 5 in Bellingham amid deluge of water. More heavy rain possible.....»»
Paul Mescal chickened out of his initial meeting with Denzel Washington on Gladiator II
The star of Gladiator II seemed to be aware that he was in the midst of one of the greatest actors of all time......»»
Home Improvement star Zachery Ty Bryan arrested on suspicion of DUI
Home Improvement star Zachery Ty Bryan arrested on suspicion of DUI.....»»
Did Daisy Ridley’s Star Wars movie just lose its writer?
Daisy Ridley will reprise her role as Rey Skywalker in a Star Wars film about the new Jedi Order. However, the film may have just suffered a setback. .....»»
Thurston High put on lockdown, other nearby schools placed under lockout due to threat
Thurston High put on lockdown, other nearby schools placed under lockout due to threat.....»»
Ion engines could take us to the solar gravitational lens in less than 13 years, suggests paper
Sending an object to another star is still the stuff of science fiction. But some concrete missions could get us at least part way there. These "interstellar precursor missions" include a trip to the solar gravitational lens point at 550 AU from the.....»»
Synthesis method improves catalytic activity by controlling the surface structure of metal particles
Fine-tuning the reactions that produce hydrogen (H2) for use as a clean fuel is an important endeavor to fight against climate change. Researchers at Tohoku University and the Tokyo University of Science have succeeded in improving the catalytic acti.....»»
Chemists develop a metal-free way to selectively convert symmetrical diols into one of two mirror-image isomers
A team of chemists at the University of Cambridge has developed a metal-free way to convert symmetrical diols selectively into one of two mirror-image isomers. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group took advantage of the ability o.....»»
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang gets rock star treatment from India"s tech enthusiasts
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang gets rock star treatment from India"s tech enthusiasts.....»»
Grab the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic for 35% LESS!
The device comes with a lineup of impressive features, including a large display and metal chassis, as well as heart rate and SPO2 monitoring. The post Grab the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic for 35% LESS! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’.....»»
Astronomers take a close look at a dandelion-shaped supernova and zombie star
In 1181, a new star shone near the Cassiopeia constellation for six months before disappearing. This event, recorded as a "guest star" by Chinese and Japanese observers almost a millennium ago, has puzzled astronomers for centuries. It is one of a fe.....»»
Over 200 juveniles shut down NJ hayride, take over nearby Wawa in one night: police
Over 200 juveniles shut down NJ hayride, take over nearby Wawa in one night: police.....»»
Her billionaire marriage broke up. Her VP campaign fizzled. Now she’s a Trump-world star.
Her billionaire marriage broke up. Her VP campaign fizzled. Now she’s a Trump-world star......»»