Scientists have been studying the lengths of gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) detected by the BATSE experiment on NASA's Compton Gamma Ray Observatory. They measured the time it takes for 5% to 95% of the burst's light to arrive, known as T90 duration, and the time for 25% to 75% (called T50), from both brig
Scientists have been wondering if gamma-ray bursts come from far-off parts of the universe. If they do, their light should take longer to reach us, making the bursts look stretched out in time. This is called time dilation. Researchers from the Compton Gamma Ray Observatory used data from their Burs
Ever wondered where the billions in charity money for science research go? A study by data scientists found that a huge chunk of this money, about $30 billion annually, is directed to local institutions. This is like giving candies to the kid next door while the global playground needs a makeover. T
Ever wondered if siblings share similar fingerprints? That's what a recent study explored. Scientists compared thumbprints of 72 sibling pairs and 72 non-sibling pairs from 36 families. Using the Jaccard Similarity Index, they found a surprising 69. 44% similarity in thumbprint patterns among siblin
Hyperventilation, a common practice among freedivers before dives, can lead to dangerous outcomes like hypoxic syncope or blackouts. Currently, there's no effective way to monitor this potentially risky behavior. A recent study has explored a new approach using force sensor technology. The idea is t
Before Philadelphia Eagles running back Jalen Hurts took off for a jaw-dropping 78-yard run against the Los Angeles Rams, there was a moment worth revisiting. Saquon Barkley, another Eagles running back, was seen talking to Hurts just before the play. According to Barkley, he was simply querying Hur
On a Saturday morning, Iran's supreme court in Tehran witnessed a shocking incident. Two prominent judges, Ali Razini and Mohammad Moghisseh, lost their lives in a shooting. The gunman, who acted alone, took his own life after the attack. Another person was injured, as reported by state media. Razi
Ever wondered how hand function develops in babies with unilateral cerebral palsy (CP)? Researchers have been exploring this question by studying infants aged 3 to 15 months. These tiny humans are going through a crucial period where their motor skills start to unfold. Unilateral CP affects one sid
Did you know what elite teen rugby players eat in a week? A recent study took a close look at their energy needs, what they burn, and how their meals measure up to sports nutrition guidelines. This wasn't just about fueling their awesome performances, but also about keeping them healthy and helping
Ever thought about the tiny critters in soil that help plants grow? We're talking about microbes, and they love nitrogen (N)! Scientists have a nifty tool called qSIP to see which microbes are using N. Usually, this is done in a lab. But what about in the real world? Two sites were picked to compare
