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Artemis: NASA awards SpaceX and Blue Origin with key contracts for lunar landers

As part of its Artemis campaign, NASA is increasing its efforts to sustain exploration of the Moon’s surface by awarding additional contracts to SpaceX and Blue Origin.

The brain’s nightly “Reset” process during sleep

What does the brain do while we sleep? New research shows the process that occurs within the brain during sleep.

NASA’s James Webb Telescope maps weather on exoplanet WASP-43 b

Using NASA's James Webb Telescope researchers have revealed insights into the weather patterns of the hot gas-giant exoplanet, WASP-43 b.

European research, innovation and education

Open Access Government places the spotlight on research, innovation and education policy in Europe, with a particular focus on the European Education Area.

Binary stars: The origins of stellar diversity in binary systems

Astronomers used the Gemini South telescope to show the findings of the difference in Binary Stars composition.

Manchester scientists achieve milestone with one-dimensional superconductor discovery

Scientists at The University of Manchester achieve robust superconductivity in high magnetic fields using a newly created one-dimensional (1D) system.

Rare gamma-ray burst reveals magnetar flare in nearby galaxy

In a unique cosmic event, scientists have detected a burst of gamma rays originating from a rare magnetar in the nearby galaxy M82.

Scientists create artificial cells with capabilities for biomedical advancements

Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, led by Ronit Freeman from the Applied Physical Sciences Department, have successfully created artificial cells capable of mimicking natural cellular behaviour.

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.

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