Hip fractures can have a big impact on a person's health and how they live their life. Even with treatment, many patients, especially older ones, still face serious problems like repeat fractures and even death. So, it's really important to figure out what factors play a big role in how a person doe
Ever wondered how plants fight back against pests? In tea plants, a special chemical called (Z)-3-hexenyl acetate (3-HAC) plays a big role in defense. But how do these plants make and control this chemical? Scientists looked at what happens when leaves are eaten by a pest called Ectropis obliqua. Th
Researchers have been studying a rare condition called Morbihan disease (MD) to better understand how to treat it. They focused on finding new signs that can help predict how well treatment will work. The study also looked at how well a combination of treatments worked in an Asian population. This i
Imagine a plant like Palmer amaranth. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and has roots that spread like crazy. This unwanted plant, a relative of water hemp, is causing headaches for farmers. Why? Because it's become resistant to nine different kinds of weed killers. That's right, nine! Patrick Tranel,
Fifty-five years ago, the UK launched Skynet-1A, a military communications satellite. It stopped working after a year and a half, but it's still up there, the oldest UK spacecraft in orbit. Recently, someone moved it from its original orbit above Africa to a new spot above the Americas. No one knows
Ever dreamed of watching Mars' moon, Phobos, pass in front of the sun? Well, NASA's Perseverance rover did just that! Since landing on the red planet in 2021, the rover has been capturing stunning images of Phobos. But why is this important? Scientists are studying Phobos' orbit, which is gradually
Did you know that Mars has a moon named Phobos? This little guy has a pretty weird orbit and shape, but that's not all. Scientists have found out that Phobos is getting closer to Mars over time. They think this might be because of the planet's gravity pulling it in. Isn't that cool? This discovery h
Meet Aptos Orbital, a young startup from Silicon Valley with a big idea. They've just revealed an AI device for satellites that's set to change how we handle data in space. Today's satellites are a bit like old computers—stuck in their own worlds, struggling with limited power, and going silent for
Astronomers are excited as a new comet, Comet C/2024 S1, is set to make its appearance near Earth this week, just in time for Halloween. Discovered at the end of September, this comet will pass close to our planet on October 24. To catch a glimpse, look towards the eastern sky before sunrise. After
Are you ready to witness the brightest supermoon of 2024? If you're in Cincinnati, you're in luck! This October's full moon is extra special. It's not just any full moon, but a supermoon, the third in a row. This means the moon will appear bigger and brighter than usual. Why is it so special? W
