When it comes to converting water into oxygen — a crucial step in generating clean energy — scientists have found that tiny bacteria can play a big role. There's a type of material called NiFe layered double hydroxide (LDH) that's super efficient in doing this job, especially in alkaline conditions.
Have you ever thought about what kind of animals live beneath the surface of Australia? One amazing creature that calls this vast land home is the marsupial mole. Scientists from the University of Melbourne recently dug into the secrets of this peculiar animal by examining an old specimen from a mus
Trees, with their extensive lifespans, accumulate genetic changes in their trunks and branches as they grow over centuries. This happens because the stem cells in the shoot apical meristem, which are responsible for growth, gather mutations independently. These mutations can alter the genetic makeup
Fossils of gibbons are quite rare, which makes their evolutionary history a bit of a mystery. One such fossil, Kapi ramnagarensis, was found in India and dated back to around 13 million years ago. Scientists initially thought it was an early gibbon due to a unique lower molar they found. However, so
Scientists have been trying to figure out how to make the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) work better for industry. They looked at a natural protein cluster in something called PS-II for inspiration. They mixed up different organic and inorganic bits to make new electrocatalysts using a hydrothermal
The Y chromosome, which doesn't recombine, holds vital clues about paternal human history. Scientists have noticed something puzzling: some Y chromosome branches are much longer than others, especially those that are very different from the standard human Y chromosome. This length variation isn't ex
Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, celebrates its 16th birthday this year. It all started on January 3, 2009, when Satoshi Nakamoto, the credited creator, mined the first Bitcoin block. This event followed the release of the Bitcoin whitepaper in October 2008. The whitepaper laid the groundwork fo
Have you heard about Streptococcus suis? It's a sneaky bug that's caused some serious problems in pigs, leading to major losses for the farming industry. Yet, its threat to humans was often overlooked, even after a big outbreak in Sichuan, China, that left people very sick. Scientists in Zhejiang P
Ever wondered why people love and celebrate cultural myths? It's all about our social evolution. Humans have a unique ability to connect with others through shared stories and experiences. These collective narratives help us decide if a group is worth joining. By sharing myths, we can assess a coali
In the digital world, it's not just the good guys who evolve. Ransomware, a form of malware that locks your files and demands payment, has come a long way since its 1989 debut. Let’s dive into its history and future. It all started with a floppy disk scare. The “AIDs Trojan” was the first-known ran
