because science is no rocket science
Pigeons possess problem-solving abilities that are comparable to artificial intelligence, according to recent research. Despite being often regarded as a nuisance, pigeons are highly intelligent animals capable of a range of impressive feats, such as remembering faces, perceiving vibrant colors, navigating complex routes, delivering messages, and even saving lives. In a study conducted with 24 … Read more
Heart cells in developing zebrafish start beating suddenly and all at once, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at Harvard Medical School and Harvard University. The study used zebrafish as a model organism and found that as calcium levels and electrical signals increase, the heart cells begin to beat. Surprisingly, each heart cell … Read more
Making simple changes to our diets can have a significant impact on reducing carbon emissions and improving our health, according to a study published in the journal Nature Food. Researchers from Tulane University and Stanford University found that substituting beef with chicken or drinking plant-based milk instead of cow’s milk could decrease the average American’s … Read more
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has recently awarded Claudia Goldin with the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2023. Goldin’s research has made significant contributions to our understanding of women’s earnings and their participation in the labor market throughout history. By examining over 200 years of data collected from … Read more
In a remarkable announcement, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has revealed that the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2023 will be awarded for the groundbreaking discovery and development of quantum dots. These tiny particles, known as nanoparticles, possess extraordinary properties that are determined by their size. Quantum dots have already found applications in a wide … Read more
New Tools for Exploring the World of Electrons Earn Physicists the Nobel Prize The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has recently announced the recipients of the highly prestigious Nobel Prize in Physics for 2023. This year, the laureates are Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz, and Anne L’Huillier, who have been recognized for their groundbreaking experiments that … Read more
In the battle against the coronavirus, one molecule has taken center stage: mRNA. This remarkable messenger molecule has become the key component in the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. Its significance has even earned it a place in the upcoming 2023 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine, awarded to Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman. Contrary … Read more
In a groundbreaking announcement, the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institutet has awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly to Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman. The prestigious prize honors their remarkable discoveries that have paved the way for the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19, forever changing the landscape of vaccine … Read more
New York City’s infrastructure is struggling to cope with the impact of climate change, as evidenced by the recent flooding that occurred due to heavy rainfall. The city, known for its high population density, is not adequately equipped to handle intense downpours, with its drainage system unable to handle more than two inches of rain … Read more