X-ray binary GX 3+1 investigated with AstroSat
Using the AstroSat spacecraft, Indian astronomers have investigated a low-mass X-ray binary known as GX 3+1. The study provided more insights into the properties of GX 3+1 and detected a thermonuclear burst from this source. The findings are reported.....»»
New asynchronous polar discovered with Zwicky Transient Facility
Using the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF), Russian astronomers have investigated a cataclysmic variable (CV) system of the polar subtype known as SDSS J085414.02+390537.3 (or J0854 for short). They found that J0854 belongs to a rare class of CVs, dub.....»»
Could artificially dimming the sun prevent ice melt?
With methods of so-called geoengineering, the climate could theoretically be artificially influenced and cooled. Bernese researchers have now investigated whether it would be possible to prevent the melting of the West Antarctic ice sheet by artifici.....»»
Research investigates eclipsing binary CSS J003106.8+313347
Using a private observatory, astronomers have performed the first photometric study of a peculiar W UMa-type binary known as CSS J003106.8+313347. Results of the study, published July 27 on the preprint server arXiv, shed more light on the properties.....»»
FCC issues historic $300 million fine against the largest robocall scam it has ever investigated
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday cracked down on a massive illegal robocall operation responsible for billions of auto-warranty scam calls in recent years, with regulators imposing a record $300 million fine on what authorities said.....»»
Study examines Earth and Mars to determine how climate change affects the paths of rivers
In a new study published in Nature Geosciences, researchers, led by a Tulane University sedimentologist , investigated why the paths of meandering rivers change over time and how they could be affected by climate change......»»
Illegal robocall operation handed largest-ever fine by FCC
The FCC has just handed out what it says is a record-breaking fine for “the largest illegal robocall operation the agency has ever investigated.”.....»»
Curiosity rover faces its toughest climb yet on Mars
On Aug. 5, NASA's Curiosity rover will notch its 11th year on Mars by doing what it does best: studying the Red Planet's surface. The intrepid bot recently investigated a location nicknamed "Jau" that is pockmarked with dozens of impact craters. Scie.....»»
Two intermediate polars investigated by astronomers
By analyzing the long-term, high-cadence continuous photometry from NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), astronomers have investigated UU Columbae and Swift J0939.7-3224—two intermediate polars. Results of the study, presented July.....»»
X sign removed at Twitter HQ after neighbours complain
The flashing sign went up three days ago. San Francisco officials investigated its installation......»»
Researchers formulate controlled delivery of micronutrients to promote plant growth
Improvements in crop productivity and nutritional value are needed to meet increased global demand for food in terms of both quantity and quality. A strategy being investigated by KAUST researchers to address the issue is the controlled delivery of b.....»»
Investigating the Ising model with magnetization
Researchers have explored the evolution of systems of interacting spins, as they transition from random to orderly alignments. Through new simulations, they show that this evolution can be investigated by measuring the changing strength of the system.....»»
Companies encounter months-long delays in filling critical security positions
A lack of executive understanding and an ever-widening talent gap that is placing an unsustainable burden on security teams to prevent business-ending breaches, according to Swimlane. The research investigated the perceptions of cybersecurity among o.....»»
A general methodology to measure the light-to-heat conversion efficiency of solid materials
Light-to-heat conversion has been intensively investigated due to the potential applications including photothermal therapy and solar energy harvesting. Light-to-heat conversion efficiency (LHCE) is the most important figure of merit for evaluating p.....»»
New treatment to tackle infections resistant to antibiotics in chickens
An innovative treatment paves the way for reducing antimicrobial resistance in the treatment of a deadly infection in chickens, according to an international team of researchers led by the University of Surrey. The groundbreaking study investigated t.....»»
Virgin Media investigated over contract cancellations
Regulator Ofcom says it will open an investigation after customers said it was too difficult to cancel services......»»
Virgin Media investigated by Ofcom over contract cancelling issues
Ofcom says it will open an investigation after customers said it was too difficult to cancel services......»»
Natural history collections shed light on bumblebees" modern struggles
A new study highlights potential causes for changing foraging habits of bumblebees. Using advanced molecular techniques called pollen metabarcoding, researchers investigated interactions between bumblebees and plants in Cuxhaven, Germany, and how the.....»»
Astronomers spot an exoplanet creating spiral arms around its star
Astronomers investigated a giant exoplanet named MWC 758c which seems to be forming the spiral arms around its host star......»»
Doom-and-gloom climate news may scare but also encourage audiences
A team of Penn State researchers investigated how seeing frightening news about climate change day after day may shape the way people feel about the phenomenon and how willing they are to take action to address it......»»
Investigating how men and women react differently to humor
How do men react to jokes that make fun of them? Researchers at the Universities of Würzburg and Kaiserslautern-Landau investigated this question. The result surprised them too......»»