Apollo 16 moon samples reveal billions of years of lunar history, from ancient asteroid impacts to valuable resources, aiding plans for future lunar missions.
Apollo 16 moon samples reveal billions of years of lunar history, from ancient asteroid impacts to valuable resources, aiding plans for future lunar missions.
A recent Harvard study uncovers how individual neurons in the brain's prefrontal cortex encode the meanings of words in real-time. This research offers new insights into language comprehension and the brain's language centers.
A University of Hawaii study suggests that Titan’s surface hides a thick crust of methane ice, potentially warming its interior and shaping its surface.
A new study suggests that primitive asteroids played a vital role in delivering essential volatiles, such as water, to Earth, forming the basis for life.
New research traces the vibrant and varied eye colors of wild cats back to a gray-eyed ancestor, unlocking insights into their evolution.
New research from the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope reveals surprising interactions between solar flares and the Sun’s lower atmosphere, uncovering small-scale magnetic shifts that challenge previous assumptions.
New research reveals that volcanic eruptions can indirectly raise stratospheric moisture levels. This indirect effect can be as significant as direct injections observed after the 2022 Hunga eruptions.
The Harvest Supermoon on September 17 will light up the night sky with a partial eclipse, visible across North America, Europe, and Africa.
A unique doughnut-shaped zone inside Earth's outer core reveals new insights into our planet's magnetic field, prompting fresh research on its formation and future.
As students return to classrooms, ensuring clean indoor air is crucial. Schools can protect against viruses, pollutants, and allergens with proper ventilation and air filtration systems.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured a glimmering image of the Pegasus Dwarf spheroidal galaxy, a mini-galaxy orbiting Andromeda, the nearest spiral galaxy to our Milky Way, providing fresh insights into galactic evolution.
Research from James Madison University indicates that pollution enhances the severity of thunderstorms, increasing lightning activity in urban areas like Washington, D.C., and Kansas City.
As temperatures soar, a little-known phenomenon called "summer branch drop" could pose hidden risks to people seeking refuge under trees, where seemingly healthy branches may unexpectedly fall without warning.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) new fire detection and warning tools underwent testing in June, promising faster wildfire responses and improved safety measures.
New research suggests that lightning strikes on early Earth may have played a crucial role in sparking the chemical reactions necessary for life to begin, creating reactive molecules essential for the emergence of early biomolecules.
As summer temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat stroke for runners. Extreme heat can quickly lead to dangerous conditions if not properly managed. Here’s how to protect yourself and stay safe during your runs.
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Meteosat Third Generation weather satellites have passed critical environmental tests, moving closer to launch and promising major advancements in weather forecasting accuracy.
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope confirm LHS 1140 b as a rocky super-Earth with significant water, making it a prime candidate for potential liquid water and life beyond our Solar System.
The European Space Agency’s Mars Express Orbiter has unveiled striking new insights into the Martian landscape with its latest images of Aganippe Fossa, a colossal canyon stretching across the Martian surface.
Lunar swirls, akin to abstract brushstrokes on the Moon, remain a celestial mystery. Recent research suggests their light coloration is linked to magnetized rocks deflecting solar winds, leaving neighboring areas darker.