Arctic Squirrels Recycle Nutrients to Survive Winter Posted February 7, 2021 A study done by the University of Alaska Fairbanks found that Arctic ground squirrels recycle their bodies’ own nutrients to survive hibernation during winter. …
New Australian Radio Telescope Maps New Galaxies in 300 Hours Posted January 21, 2021 The Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder (ASKAP) has mapped around three million distant galaxies with remarkable speed and detail. The telescope completed its first su…
Study: Gravity Can Affect Genes Posted January 15, 2021 A new study by the University of Exeter and the NASA GeneLab showed how low gravity affects the genes of a living being. Previous research has shown that microgravity
Barcelona Aims to Expand Car-Free Space in Main City Posted January 9, 2021 The council of Barcelona has launched a plan to expand its green spaces and reduce traffic and pollution in the city. The plan is part of the council’s efforts…
Study: Wolves Affect Wetlands by Killing Beavers Posted January 1, 2021 A new study found that wolves preying on beavers affect the ecosystems of wetlands, areas where water covers the soil. Beavers are often called the “ecosystem …
Teenage Activist Climbs Construction Crane as Protest Posted December 28, 2020 A young protester from the environmental activist group Extinction Rebellion climbed a construction crane in Norwich, United Kingdom, and camped there for a few days. Alex Sidn…
Study Finds Link between Media Multitasking and Poor Memory Posted December 20, 2020 A new study has found that media multitasking, which refers to using different devices or apps at the same time, could lead to poor memory. Researchers from Stanford University…
Scientists Discover Tough Beetle’s Secret Posted December 13, 2020 A team of scientists from the University of California has uncovered the mystery behind the extreme durability of an insect called the diabolical ironclad beetle. The study unc…
Drones to Drop Tree Seeds to Boost Koala Population Posted December 7, 2020 The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is planning to drop gum tree seeds using drones to boost the population of koalas on Australia’s east coast. Through the new initiative, the organ…
Twelve-Year-Old Successfully Recreates Advanced Science Project at Home Posted December 1, 2020 A fifteen-year-old boy has been recognized by Guinness World Records for being the youngest person to achieve nuclear fusion. Jackson Oswalt first learned abou…