Astrophysicists reveal structure of 74 exocomet belts orbiting nearby stars in landmark survey
Astrophysicists led by a team from Trinity College Dublin have — for the first time — imaged a large number of exocomet belts around nearby
This tiny galaxy is answering some big questions
Leo P, a small galaxy and a distant neighbor of the Milky Way, is lighting the way for astronomers to better understand star formation and
NASA celebrates Edwin Hubble’s discovery of a new universe
For humans, the most important star in the universe is our Sun. The second-most important star is nestled inside the Andromeda galaxy. Don’t go looking
Saliva activates coagulation in persons with hemophilia A
A recent study led by MedUni Vienna provides new insights into the mechanisms of coagulation in persons with haemophilia A, the most common form of
Hubble reveals surprising spiral shape of galaxy hosting young jet
The night sky has always played a crucial role in navigation, from early ocean crossings to modern GPS. Besides stars, the United States Navy uses
Dangerous bacterial biofilms have a natural enemy
If your teeth have ever felt fuzzy after skipping a brushing, you’ve encountered biofilm — a slimy bacterial layer that clings to surfaces. In medical
Lower access to air conditioning may increase need for emergency care for wildfire smoke exposure
As Los Angeles County battles the most destructive wildfires in its history, a new study suggest that US policies should prioritize equity and education regarding
A fast-moving belly flop: Researchers unveil the unique skills of cricket frogs
Several species have fascinated observers with their abilities to skip side-to-side and leap into the air from the surface of a pond as if the
Storing carbon in buildings could help address climate change
Construction materials such as concrete and plastic have the potential to lock away billions of tons of carbon dioxide, according to a new study by
Evolutionary biology: Ants can hold a grudge
A team led by evolutionary biologist Volker Nehring is investigating the extent to which ants learn from past experiences. Ants learn from experience. This has