On Long Island, a massive particle detector has just passed a crucial test, bringing us closer to understanding the universe's earliest moments. The sPHENIX detector, a 1, 000-ton behemoth, successfully measured energy levels from high-speed gold ion collisions. This success is like a new telescope
MRI is a big deal in medicine. It's safe, detailed, and great at looking at soft tissues. Over 100 million scans happen every year. Now, scientists are making tiny sensors for MRI to detect brain chemicals. These sensors use special nanoparticles and proteins. They can pick up on things like dopamin
Scientists have cooked up a clever way to measure how well antioxidants can neutralize harmful nitric oxide radicals. This isn't just any method; it's a fancy fluorescent one that uses tiny gold particles to do the job. First, they create these radicals from a compound called sodium nitroprusside.
Joshua Keating, a seasoned journalist, has been chosen for a special fellowship. This opportunity allows him to dive deep into how artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear weapons are connected. The Outrider Foundation, along with Journalism Funding Partners, supports this initiative. Keating will
Cervical cancer cells can change their shape and behavior when treated with certain drugs. These drugs, known as HDAC inhibitors, mess with how the cell's nucleus looks and works. The nucleus is like the brain of the cell, and these drugs make it bigger and alter how stuff moves in and out of it. S
Sharks have unique skin covered in tiny, tooth-like scales called denticles. These denticles help sharks swim faster and protect them during mating. Scientists wanted to see if these denticles change as sharks grow and if there are differences between male and female sharks. They studied 24 bonneth
In the world of quantum computing, the hunt for Majorana quasiparticles has been a long and winding road. These elusive entities, which could revolutionize quantum computing by providing stable qubits, have been the subject of intense research and debate. A recent study, published in the journal Sci
The Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) is on track to secure a significant loan from the U. S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) by the end of this year. This loan, amounting to $533 million, is crucial for upgrading 1, 300 kilometers of railway infrastructure in Angola. The upgrade aim
China is boosting its nuclear capabilities at a rapid pace. This isn't just about adding more weapons. It's about making them more powerful and ready to launch from land, air, and sea. The U. S. military and experts in arms control have noticed this trend. There's a lot of talk about China's promis
A recent meeting between top leaders has sparked discussions about Ukraine's future security. The talks involved U. S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and other key figures. A significant point of discussion was the possibility of "Article 5-like" security guarantees for Uk
