A new study suggests Earth formed primarily from material in the inner Solar System, challenging theories about the origin of its water and other volatile substances.
An Australian cave reveals 25,000 years of ritual practices, with evidence of intentional grass burning and other ceremonial activities by the GunaiKurnai people.
A new global survey of physicists reveals widespread disagreement on fundamental questions about the universe, including dark matter and quantum gravity.
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS contains unusually high levels of methanol, suggesting it formed under conditions different from those in our solar system.
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS contains exceptionally high levels of methanol, suggesting it formed under conditions very different from those that shaped most comets in our solar system.
A new giant dinosaur species, *Dasosaurus tocantinensis*, discovered in Brazil, reveals ancient connections between South America and Europe.
Scientists used Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere as a giant detector to search for ultralight dark matter particles, improving axion limits and finding mysterious dark photon signals.
Scientists used Earth's magnetic field as a giant dark matter detector, setting new limits on axion interactions and finding mysterious dark photon signal candidates.
Mathematicians spent 15 years designing what they assert are the world's fairest 60-sided dice, ensuring equal probability for each face.
A newly discovered microbial partnership in ancient stromatolites may reveal how simple cells first joined to create complex life, offering the first visual evidence of an Asgard archaeon interacting with a bacterium.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has discovered a large, ten-sided atmospheric pattern around Saturn's south pole, a new feature distinct from its northern hexagon.
A new US budget deal temporarily blocks the Office of Management and Budget from implementing rules that would give political appointees control over federal science grants.
NASA-funded studies suggest the Sun's past activity and its galactic journey influenced Earth's ancient climate, from ice ages to early planetary warmth.
Scientists have discovered that snake embryos coil into a right-handed spiral because their bodies grow faster than their guts, creating a physical constraint that forces the embryo to twist.
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has launched to study dark matter, dark energy, and exoplanets with its advanced infrared vision and wide field of view.
NASA achieved a major milestone with the successful launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, an advanced observatory poised to revolutionize our underst...
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to launch, offering a field of view 100 times larger than Hubble's while maintaining similar detail, enabling broad cosmic surveys and exoplanet imaging.
Astronomers have captured the clearest image of Betelgeuse's companion star, Betelgeuse B, concluding a century-long search and revealing a surprisingly massive star.
New research using ancient DNA and dental calculus reveals that the human aversion to eating insects in Europe may stem from a 9,000-year evolutionary history, contrasting with more common insect consumption in tropical regions and among Neanderthals.
Scientists have created an atomic catalyst that efficiently breaks down plant waste lignin into valuable chemicals, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based products.
Researchers used AI to decode a key DNA sequence, known as the "initiator," which acts as an "on switch" for human genes, found in about 60% of genes.
Australia has recorded its first confirmed case of H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in a mainland mammal. A fur seal found deceased in Victoria...
Early galaxies may be up to four times more massive than thought due to a hidden population of small stars, challenging galaxy formation theories.
Scientists observed a hidden electronic state forming in a material in 30 femtoseconds, revealing a new intermediate state and offering insights for light-controlled materials.
Analysis of a 2,200-year-old Roman shipwreck reveals ancient waterproofing methods using pine tar and beeswax, with trapped pollen indicating repair locations.
New research shows honeybees can detect and compensate for nutritional imbalances in pollen, adjusting their food intake and processing pollen into a more balanced diet for their young.
Physicists at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider discovered that a hidden gluon structure, not just quarks, may carry a proton's baryon number.
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured new infrared images of the Lion Nebula, revealing intricate details of a dying star's remnants and its ongoing evolution.
A solar eclipse captivated parts of Europe and North America on Wednesday, drawing the attention of millions across two continents. This celestial event, where ...
Scientists used Starlink satellite data to create a two-dimensional map of Earth's upper atmosphere density, improving collision risk assessment for objects in orbit.
Millions of people across Iceland and Spain are eagerly preparing to witness a total solar eclipse, a truly rare and spectacular celestial event. This astronomi...
Scientists found silver nanocatalysts switch reaction sites in solid oxide cells based on whether they generate electricity or produce hydrogen, offering a new design strategy for clean energy.
Scientists found silver nanocatalysts switch reaction sites in solid oxide cells based on function, offering a new design strategy for clean energy and hydrogen production.
A solar eclipse is scheduled to occur this week, promising a spectacular celestial event that will temporarily obscure the sun's light. This phenomenon happens ...
New research on 60,000-year-old ostrich eggshell engravings from southern Africa reveals early humans used sophisticated, rule-based geometric designs.
A spectacular solar eclipse is poised to grace parts of the United States next week, captivating observers with its celestial ballet. This awe-inspiring event u...
A meteorite that crashed through a New Jersey roof in 2024 contains ancient salty chemistry and organic compounds, offering new insights into how asteroids may have delivered the building blocks of life to early Earth.
A ten-month study in Antarctica reveals that constant proximity in isolated environments can increase tension among crew members, offering crucial insights for future Mars missions.
A vast, previously unknown magma reservoir has been discovered deep beneath Tuscany using seismic imaging, revealing a hidden volcanic system.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is on an unavoidable collision course with the Moon, an event anticipated to occur on March 4th. This particular booster has been adrif...
Scientists found that superheated magma can delay crystal formation, keeping it fluid longer and influencing whether an eruption produces lava fountains or a slower lava release.
Galápagos giant daisies have repeatedly evolved similar leaf shapes for heat tolerance using different genetic tools, with new species potentially forming.
Galápagos giant daisies have repeatedly evolved similar heat-tolerant leaf shapes using different genetic pathways, demonstrating parallel evolution.
NASA astronaut Chris Williams and two Roscosmos cosmonauts returned to Earth after 241 days on the International Space Station, completing scientific research and maintenance.
A new study suggests Jupiter's strong magnetic field protected its large moons during formation, while Saturn's weaker field led to only one dominant moon, Titan.
The universe's expansion can cause distant galaxies to recede faster than light, a phenomenon that does not violate Einstein's theory of relativity because it involves the stretching of space itself, not the movement of objects through space.
Scientists discovered a proton-assisted quantum mechanism that dramatically boosts triplet energy transfer, with implications for solar cells, lasers, and catalysis.
Orcas in the Gulf of California have been observed using a unique, coordinated ramming technique to break apart dead sunfish into smaller, more manageable pieces for feeding.
Scientists discovered a proton-assisted quantum mechanism that dramatically boosts energy transfer in quantum dots, with implications for solar cells, lasers, and catalysis.
Ancient DNA from China's 4,000-year-old Shimao city reveals its population's local origins, distant genetic ties, and organized patrilineal kinship. The study also found that most sacrificial victims were male, challenging previous assumptions and offering insights into early East Asian state formation.