Chinese scientists have synthesized hexagonal diamonds, or lonsdaleite, in the lab about 40% harder and more heat-resistant than natural diamonds. Formed from ultra-pure graphite under extreme pressure and heat, these crystals mimic rare meteorite structures. Currently microscopic, they hold promise for future industrial and semiconductor applications once large-scale, cost-effective production becomes feasible.
This summer, NASA’s ad‑free streaming service NASA+ will be available directly on Netflix, bringing live rocket launches, ISS spacewalks, and breathtaking Earth views to its 700 million+ subscriber base. It complements NASA+’s existing free app and website, aiming to broaden public engagement with space exploration by using Netflix’s massive platform to inspire new audiences.
A 99‑million‑year‑old fly trapped in amber revealed a fungal infection characteristic of cordyceps complete with a fruiting body erupting from its head offering the oldest fossil evidence of parasitic “zombie” fungi, similar to those seen on “The Last of Us.” This pushes back the origin of Ophiocordyceps and shows complex insect-fungi relationships were present during the age of dinosaurs.
A Penn State–Bolivia research team uncovered a previously unknown Tiwanaku temple complex, “Palaspata,” about 130 miles south of the Lake Titicaca civilization’s core. The site features 15 square enclosures around a courtyard, aligned to equinox rituals. Situated at a major trade nexus, it contained keru drinking cups, indicating ceremonial and economic significance shedding fresh light on this lost Andean society.
Scientific breakthroughs and technological advancements owe much to deep thinking and logical reasoning. The ability to remain calm and analyze problems carefully has led to many discoveries. Great philosophers, known for their wisdom and patience, laid the foundation for modern science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Their methods of questioning and rational thought continue to inspire researchers today. Socrates and…
The name Majorana carries great significance in the world of physics, particularly in the fields of quantum mechanics and particle physics. Ettore Majorana, an Italian theoretical physicist, made groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of particles, predicting the existence of a unique kind of fermion that could potentially revolutionize quantum computing. This article delves deep into the mysteries of these fermions,…
For a long period, it has been known that the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates collided 60 million years ago to form the greatest mountain range on Earth, the Himalayas. But recent studies now show a more intricate mechanism operating far below the surface. The Indian Plate appears to be breaking apart as it subducts beneath the Eurasian Plate, according…
A team of Indian astronomers has identified an ultra-diffuse galaxy (UDG) forming at the end of a massive tidal tail in the Leo constellation. This significant discovery was led by a collaborative team of scientists from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) Bengaluru, Pondicherry University, the SKA Observatory in the United Kingdom and the National Center for Radio Astronomy (NCRA)…
