Category: 9. Sci/Tech

An unusual pattern of tiny rock tunnels, first found in Namibia’s desert roughly 15 years ago, could be the work of an unknown life form – a mysterious microorganism unlike any other described bacteria, fungi, or lichen on Earth.

For all we…

Hawaii rose from the ocean, born of ancient volcanic fire. But now, in a twist few expected, it’s sinking back down. A new study from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa has revealed that parts of Oʻahu, the state’s most…

“That’s so random” is a common saying people use when they see or experience something unexpected. But as a concept in physics, true mathematical randomness has long proven elusive — until now. A team of computer scientists using quantum…

(A) Ventral view of the mandible and associated skull elements. (B) Mandible and skull elements labeled. (C) Left lateral view of the mandible. Abbreviations: an, angular; art, articular; d, dentary; j, jugal; R. mx, right maxilla; L. mx, left…

Dieting can be tedious over the long term. Sure, counting calories over a week or two might be feasible, but forcing yourself to do it every day for months? Excruciating.

If this struggle feels familiar, a new year-long trial may offer some…

A pair of orcas terrorizing white sharks off the coast of South Africa may have captured the popular imagination, but their activities may be quite damaging, new research suggests.

Port and Starboard, as the orcas (Orcinus orca) are known,…

Should I be putting silicone tape on my wrinkles? With the caveat that you look wonderful just as you are, silicone tape does seem to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and help reduce scarring. There are plenty more caveats around products like…

Early warning systems for natural disasters have undoubtedly saved countless lives. Detectors that monitor signs of impending earthquakes, hurricanes, and tornadoes, among others, provide crucial hours — sometimes days — for us to take…

Sweetened vanilla, calming lavender, or fragrant jasmine and lotus may fill your home with enticing aromas. But new research shows that the supposed stress-reducing and mood-enhancing effects of scented products may come with unwanted indoor…

High above Earth at an altitude of around 480km (300 miles), roughly over Brazil, is something strange. A spot where satellites go haywire, where the Hubble Space Telescope can’t collect data and where even the astronauts on the International…