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Static electricity is something we all know about, from the minor shock in handling a doorknob to how a balloon clings to our hair when rubbed. In spite of its ubiquity, however, the underlying physics of static electricity, or contact electrification, has confounded scientists for centuries. Recent research from the Institute of Science and Technology…
About 120 million years ago, during the Early Cretaceous era, Australia housed mostly ceratopsians, large claws being a feature of the apex predators among theropod dinosaurs. Fossils found later provide clues to this enigmatic predator, giving hints on its physiology, behavior, and the nature of the world it dominated billions of years before these ancestors…
In a shocking discovery, researchers have found a new human species, Homo juluensis, which inhabited eastern Asia. The finding upends conventional human evolution theories, indicating a more complex network of ancestral lineages than ever imagined. Discovery and Identification The quest to discover Homo juluensis started with the diligent work of Professor Christopher J. Bae of…
Whether we are alone in the universe is a question that has long fascinated mankind. New scientific research indicates that not only could extraterrestrial life exist but that it could potentially be found in parallel universes, perhaps intertwined in our own. This article explores the fascinating hypothesis that aliens in parallel universes could be everywhere,…
Noise-canceling headphones have been a ubiquitous accessory over the past few years, particularly among Generation Z. These products offer a silent oasis in the midst of everyday noise, sharpening concentration and creating a personal sound sanctuary. But there are growing indications that these technological wonders may be responsible for an uptick in neurological problems among…
Artificial intelligence (AI) has seen considerable development in recent years of independent digital agents, or AIs, that can perform acts, make decisions, and interact without any human contact. This advancement, dubbed Agentic AI, will change how various sectors function in terms of productivity, reducing operational costs, and redefining the role of human laborers. Understanding Agentic…
In the constantly evolving landscape of agricultural biotechnology, there is a novel approach that is being developed: nanoparticles for genetic material delivery into plants through their roots. The new method is promising to revolutionize plant genetic engineering by providing an efficient and less disruptive process compared to current methods. The Challenge of Plant Genetic Transformation…
Scientists have recently discovered a potential solution to the problem of marine plastic pollution: marine fungi that can degrade long-lasting plastic materials. This is a beacon of hope in solving the environmental issue of plastic waste in the oceans. The Plastic Predicament Plastics have permeated life today because they are tough and versatile. Nonetheless, their…
The nearest star to the Sun, our own star, undergoes an astonishing periodic change probably every 10–11 years: it changes the reverse of its magnetic field, switching the north and south poles of its magnetic polarity. Such reversal of the magnetic field is an ordinary and pedestrian process with respect to the solar cycle but…
Pancreatic cancer is, without a doubt, one of the most vicious enemies in the terrain of oncology. Its sly nature tends to make for a late diagnosis, with not much recourse left on the part of the patient and a dire outlook. But hope has been established by a group from the laboratories of Oregon…
