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For the first time, astrophysicists have measured the recoil — or “kick,” in the parlance — resulting from the birth of a new black hole that formed from the merger of two preexisting ones. The international team of researchers measured the ripples in the fabric of spacetime, known as gravitational waves, allowing them to get unprecedented insights into the turbulent …

For the first time, scientists have uncovered a large amber deposit in South America containing fossilized insects and other preserved creatures. The small, half-transparent fossils hold a rich assortment of ancient bugs—and a slice of life from little-known ecosystems from over 100 million years ago. A Communications & Earth Environment study published today details amber samples from Ecuador’s Genoveva quarry—the …

A new mathematical model of memory hints that seven senses, not five, may be the optimal number for maximizing mental capacity. Credit: Shutterstock A mathematical model shows memory capacity is maximized when represented by seven features. The study links this to the potential for seven senses, with applications in AI and neuroscience. Skoltech researchers have developed a mathematical model to …

Long-term alcohol consumption causes a breakdown in the liver’s regenerative abilities, thanks to inflammation disrupting the protein-making process, Illinois researchers and collaborators found. Credit: Deyasini Roy Alcohol damages the liver by disrupting RNA splicing, leaving cells stuck between functional and regenerative states. Targeting inflammation and restoring ESRP2 may provide new treatment options. Heavy alcohol use can interfere with the liver’s …

Scientists have unearthed evidence of a catastrophic event in the United States around 12,800 years ago that wiped out a thriving civilisation. According to the researchers, an airburst or an impact of some kind, such as from a meteor, likely occurred, devastating North America, triggering a chain reaction that led to an extinction-level event. Source link

Stem cell transplantation can reverse stroke damage, researchers at the University of Zurich report. Its beneficial effects include regeneration of neurons and restoration of motor functions, marking a milestone in the treatment of brain disorders. One in four adults suffer a stroke in their lifetime, leaving around half of them with residual damage such as paralysis or speech impairment because …

Top Scientists Find Growing Evidence That Greenhouse Gases Are, in Fact, a Danger  The New York Times National Academies: Climate change’s harms ‘beyond scientific dispute’  The Hill Climate change ‘beyond scientific dispute,’ National Academies report says  Politico US senator calls on big oil to disclose suspected lobbying over Trump plan to axe key climate rule  The Guardian CT battling Trump EPA proposal to end …

The first quasi-moon discovered was 1991 VG. The Spacewatch Project spotted the asteroid, which had an Earth-like orbit in 1991. At the time, it caused quite a surprise since it remained too close to Earth. This led some to believe that it was an “alien space probe”. However, later observations showed that it was really just a previously unknown class …

We’re Watching It Happen: Scientists Capture Planet Birth For First Time As Gas Giant Five Times Jupiter’s Size Forms Live  Energy Reporters Astronomers Catch a Planet in the Act of Being Born  Universe Today Astronomers glimpse growth of baby planet shrouded in dust  EarthSky A baby star is born  Nature Astronomers found the building blocks of new planets swirling around two young stars  yahoo.com Source …

Since its demise in the 17th century, the dodo has long been synonymous with extinction. But thousands of dodos could soon again populate Mauritius, the species’ former home, according to a “de-extinction” company that has announced a major breakthrough in its quest to resurrect the flightless bird. Colossal Biosciences said on Wednesday it has succeeded in growing pigeon primordial germ …