NASA Hubble Space Telescope Captures a Spiral Galaxy With Multiple Starburst Regions

NASA Hubble Space Telescope Captures a Spiral Galaxy With Multiple Starburst Regions

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The Hubble Space Telescope has captured a breathtaking image of the spiral galaxy NGC 5248, located approximately 42 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Boötes. Also referred to as Caldwell 45, NGC 5248 is renowned for its striking spiral structure and vibrant starburst regions, making it a favourite among…

2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Recognises Groundbreaking Protein Discoveries

2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Recognises Groundbreaking Protein Discoveries

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The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has announced the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2024, recognising the significant contributions of three remarkable scientists. David Baker from the University of Washington and Howard Hughes Medical Institute has been awarded one half of the prize for his pioneering work in computational protein…

600 viruses found on showerheads, toothbrushes in new study
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600 viruses found on showerheads, toothbrushes in new study

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You may need a shower after hearing the results of this eye-opening study. Northwestern University researchers identified more than 600 different viruses on 92 showerhead and 34 toothbrush samples — and no two samples were alike. “The number of viruses that we found is absolutely wild,” said indoor microbiologist Erica M….

Fisher, mammal once eliminated in Pa., seen outside Pittsburgh
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Fisher, mammal once eliminated in Pa., seen outside Pittsburgh

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Bigfoot might have some competition. An elusive and lesser-known forest predator once eliminated from Pennsylvania was spotted on a trail cam outside Pittsburgh over the summer. A fisher, an omnivorous and large mammal that’s part of the weasel family, was snapped by the camera while it walked over a grassy…

James Webb Telescope eyes ‘missing link’ to universe’s origins and the first stars
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James Webb Telescope eyes ‘missing link’ to universe’s origins and the first stars

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It actually was a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. The James Webb Space Telescope has detected a peculiar region of space that could be a “missing link” to what’s understood about the early days of space and its original stars. The “unprecedented” discovery shows stars within…

ESA To Launch DRACO Satellite in 2027 to Study Satellite Reentry Disintegration

ESA To Launch DRACO Satellite in 2027 to Study Satellite Reentry Disintegration

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The European Space Agency (ESA) is preparing to launch a unique satellite in 2027, designed specifically to study how satellites break apart upon reentry into Earth’s atmosphere. This mission, named DRACO (Destructive Reentry Assessment Container Object), will be an important step in ESA’s effort to develop technology that limits the…

NASA BioSentinel Investigates Space Radiation During Major Geomagnetic Storm on Earth

NASA BioSentinel Investigates Space Radiation During Major Geomagnetic Storm on Earth

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In May 2024, a remarkable geomagnetic storm, also known as solar storm, impacted Earth, resulting in vibrant auroras that captivated observers worldwide. These stunning natural displays occur when eruptions of solar plasma, known as coronal mass ejections, collide with Earth’s magnetic field. While these events are a visual delight, they…

Strange Fish Species Might Be Able to Taste Using Its Crab-Like Legs, Study Claims

Strange Fish Species Might Be Able to Taste Using Its Crab-Like Legs, Study Claims

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The northern sea robin (Prionotus carolinus) is an intriguing marine species known for its remarkable adaptations. Unlike most fish, this species employs its six leg-like appendages to navigate the ocean floor. This ability allows it not only to move but also to explore the sea bed in search of food….