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“Cosmic Bat” spotted in deep space, 10,000 light-years away

Astronomers have captured a haunting image of a vast nebula, dubbed the “cosmic bat,” spreading its crimson wings 10,000 light-years away. This massive stellar nursery, captured by ESO's VST, glows as newborn stars ignite gas and dust.

Galactic gas outflow: Cosmic fountain leaking into galaxy NGC 4383

A discovery of a gas outflow has been made about the galaxy NGC 4383, located within the Virgo cluster.

Ichthyotitan severnensis: The secrets of a giant sea monster from ancient times

A discovery has been made of what could be the largest marine reptile to ever have existed in ancient seas.

Manchester researchers secure ERC Grants for ground-breaking scientific projects

Seven Manchester researchers have been awarded prestigious European Research Council (ERC) advanced grants for ambitious, curiosity-driven scientific projects in an effort to support scientific breakthroughs.

Neuroscientists confirm number sense in rats, promoting human brain research

Can Rats count? Neuroscientists have revealed the existence of number sense in rats.

Milky Way’s largest stellar black hole revealed 2,000 light years away

The largest known stellar black hole in the Milky Way has been discovered.

The secrets of the brightest gamma-ray burst: The B.O.A.T supernova mysteries

A team of astrophysicists led by Northwestern University has solved the cosmic mystery behind the brightest gamma-ray burst (GRB) ever observed, known as GRB 221009A, named the B.O.A.T. "brightest of all time".

The moons transformation: How it turned itself inside out

Drawing from decades of lunar research, including Apollo mission rock samples and advanced satellite observations, scientists have uncovered a clear description of how the moon transformed into the celestial body we see today.

Insights into autism development, treatment and management

Researchers from Japanese institutions have revealed insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

DESI telescope unveils cosmic secrets: Mapping the universe’s evolution

The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) has set on a journey to unveil the mysteries of our universe's evolution, looking back 11 billion years into the past.

BREAD experiment takes on dark matter

Dark matter is one of the mysteries of modern science; it is invisible but affects everything around it, like stars and galaxies.

Curtin University discover rare dust particles in ancient extraterrestrial meteorites

Researchers at Curtin University have discovered a rare dust particle trapped within an ancient extraterrestrial meteorite.

Dogs trained to smell out PTSD flashbacks

Dogs might be even more intelligent than we first thought; researchers show that our furry friends might be able to assist us with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Leveraging digital innovations in healthcare for organisational success

Suzanne Wait, Managing Director at The Health Policy Partnership, explains why organisational digital innovations may be key to streamlining and sustaining our health systems.

Korea to join Horizon Europe, boosting global research collaboration

Korea is set to become part of the Horizon Europe programme, the European Union's flagship initiative for research and innovation.

The mysteries of planet formation

Scientists from Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory have uncovered insights into the formation of planetary systems like our own solar system.

Ancient galaxies “Shakti” and “Shiva” were discovered in the Milky Way

Astronomers have identified what could be two of the Milky Way's earliest building blocks, "Shakti" and "Shiva".

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