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Researchers from the Bork Group at EMBL Heidelberg analyzed tens of thousands of metagenomes to understand how microbial communities are distributed across the planet. Their findings, published in Cell, show that microbes living in similar environments share more characteristics than those simply located in the same geographic area. Most microbes …
Researchers analyzing samples from asteroid Bennu have discovered amino acids, essential components for life, that appear to have formed in radioactive space environments. This finding challenges the previous belief that such molecules required warm, liquid water to develop. The study suggests that the radiation present in space could have driven …
SpaceX is constructing its own particle accelerator to support critical research and development efforts. This facility will enable the company to conduct experiments that require precise particle acceleration, potentially advancing its technological capabilities. The particle accelerator is expected to play a key role in SpaceX’s innovation pipeline, contributing to projects …
A research team has created a new process to produce silica glass at much lower temperatures by utilizing advanced 3D printing techniques. Unlike conventional methods that require high-temperature sintering, this approach converts 3D-printed objects into silica glass structures without the need for sintering, significantly reducing energy consumption. The study, published …
New research from Akamai highlights a significant increase in domain squatting, where attackers register thousands of domains that closely imitate well-known brands. These cybercriminals employ advanced methods such as combosquatting—combining brand names with other words—and AI-generated phishing pages to deceive consumers and bypass corporate security measures. This surge in deceptive …
Elon Musk’s recent remarks about a “sentient sun” relate to plans for deploying AI data centers in orbit, rather than any science fiction concept. This comes in the context of the partnership between SpaceX and Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI. The collaboration aims to leverage SpaceX’s satellite network to support …
Great Bend Economic Development Director Jason Kuilan will discuss strategies to close the funding gap for the Ignite Innovation Center during an informational session on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Dry Lake Brewing, located at 1305 Main Street. This event follows a recent report detailing the …
Recent satellite observations indicate that methane depletion in the stratosphere occurs at higher rates than current climate models have predicted. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, plays a significant role in global warming despite being less abundant than carbon dioxide. While methane concentrations have risen over time, the mechanisms influencing its …
Nothing has revealed new color variants for its upcoming Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro models. The London-based company is moving away from its traditional monochrome palette, offering more vibrant choices to appeal to a broader audience. This update marks a notable shift in the brand’s approach to its mid-range …
As electronic devices continue to shrink to the micrometer scale, the need for equally small power sources has become critical. Researchers have developed a battery designed specifically for miniature machines such as implantable sensors, wirelessly operated microrobots, and embedded smart systems. Traditional batteries are too large or incompatible with these …