Nearest black holes to Earth found in Hyades star cluster
A study recently published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society hints at a significant discovery—black holes may be lurking in the Hyades star cluster, our closest open cluster to the solar system.
The magnetic field of a distant galaxy that has travelled over 11 billion years
Astronomers have used the Atacama Large Millimeter / Submillimeter Array (ALMA) to detect the magnetic field of a distant galaxy, whose light has travelled over 11 billion years to reach us.
Could 104 million year old fossil spines reveal the history of the sea?
What can fossil spines really tell us about ocean adaptation? Beneath the Ocean's surface, the earliest, most basic life forms on Earth emerged but...
UK and Horizon Europe: Britain’s return to flagship innovation scheme Horizon
Britain is set to rejoin the EU's flagship £85 billion science research programme, Horizon Europe, as scientists have welcomed the highly anticipated agreement.
Commissioner-to-be Ivanova prioritises protecting Horizon Europe in parliament hearing
Potential research commissioner, Iliana Ivanova, has outlined her European Parliament priorities before a vote on her appointment later this month, placing the protection of Horizon Europe at the top of her list.
Smell, taste and touch: One step closer to the digital replication of our senses
How do our senses work? The way our brains interpret and understand smells, sounds, tastes, and other sensory inputs has long troubled researchers. However,...
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope sheds new light on supernova
James Webb's Space Telescope (JWST) is now studying one of the most renowned supernovae, SN 1987A (Supernova 1987A), located 168,000 light-years away in the Large Magellanic Cloud.
A planet denser than steel? Planetary collisions could be the cause
Astronomers worldwide have found a planet the size of Neptune, denser than steel, whose composition could be the result of a giant planetary clash.
Strain on NASA deep space network amidst growing demand
NASA Deep Space Network (DSN) faces a critical juncture as mounting demand from Artemis missions and other space endeavors taxes its capabilities while budget constraints exacerbate the strain.
Neptune’s vanishing clouds linked to solar cycle
Astronomers have discovered a connection between the changing cloud levels on Neptune and the 11-year solar cycle, during which the Sun's fluctuating magnetic fields influence solar events.
Unveiling EU research funding: Ivanova’s vision for Horizon Europe
Iliana Ivanova, slated to be the new Commissioner for Research and Innovation, to enhance EU research funding by exploring diverse financial sources as challenges to fund high-quality proposals in Horizon Europe.
Rare Luna sighting of super blue moon set to unfold this week
A rare super blue moon will be visible on Wednesday 30th of August for the first time since 2009, but how to see it?
India becomes the first to land spacecraft near the moon’s south pole
On Wednesday, India became the first to land a spacecraft near the moon's south pole. The Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft's Vikram ladder touched down shortly after 6 p.m and cost around $75 million.
Commission to impose restrictions for Huawei in Horizon Europe
The European Commission plans to modify the rules of Horizon Europe,, due to concerns over Huawei in Horizon Europe being a "high-risk" .
Ancient plant DNA found in 2,900 year old clay brick thanks to Oxford researchers
Through deep analysis, Oxford researchers have extracted ancient plant DNA remnants from a 2,900-year-old clay brick helping the team investigate ancient vegetation.
UK scientists secure £1M to unlock carbon storage in volcanic rock
A group of prominent Scottish Earth scientists have secured a substantial £1 million grant from the UK Government to pioneer innovative techniques for quantifying carbon dioxide storage in volcanic rock.
Tracking the expansion of the universe like never before
New research is improving the accuracy of the parameters governing the expansion of the universe, helping astronomers determine how the universe grew into its...
Modeling plasmasphere ducts
J.D. Huba from Syntek Technologies explains about modeling plasmasphere ducts as part of this focus on the plasmasphere, the extension of the earth’s ionosphere.
Concerns over space travel’s effect on red blood cells and bone health
Space travel's impact on red blood cells and bone health is a growing concern. A study of 14 astronauts reveals that bone marrow fat might be vital to restoring these crucial elements.
AI helps cut carbon emissions for a greener future
AI is pivotal in climate action with £4M UK funding for innovative AI projects. AI helps cut carbon emissions in diverse sectors, advancing net-zero goals and green industries.
