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Quantum communication's security may be vulnerable to microscopic flaws. Quantum key distribution, a cutting-edge encryption method, faces unexpected challenges in safeguarding digital data.
Graphene oxide films that transform into walking, twisting, and sensing structures - McGill engineers unlock the future of soft robotics.
A shocking discovery in the Shoulders lab reveals how cancer cells can defy even the most potent drugs, using a cellular "safety net" to evolve aggressive mutations.
Researchers have identified a new physicochemical principle governing liquid–liquid phase separation in polymer solutions. Their research demonstrates that during the separation of a polymer mixture into two fluid phases, coexisting ions are unequally distributed between the phases. The paper is pub...
A distant star's light vanished for 9 months, obscured by a vast cloud of gas and dust - a rare celestial event that has astronomers captivated.
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A prehistoric artist's ingenious technique left an indelible mark on a cave wall in Indonesia, revealing a hand-stenciled masterpiece crafted with ochre and water.
Nostalgia's unexpected power: A blurry photo, a familiar tune - these forgotten triggers can suddenly transport you, sparking smiles and tears. What's behind this emotional time-traveling?
Towering titans of the ancient world, these mysterious 26-foot-tall land organisms predate fungi as we know them, a groundbreaking study reveals.
Harnessing the power of real-world traffic, Japanese researchers have developed a groundbreaking AI system that slashes energy use. Their Harvested Reservoir Computing approach could revolutionize sustainable AI.
Illuminating breakthroughs: Scientists unveil light-controlled ion channels, paving the way to selectively activate nerves and regulate adrenaline release.
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Humans possess a remarkable ability to improvise speech, crafting novel sentences on the fly. A new study challenges the notion that complex grammar underpins our linguistic prowess.
Defying age, super agers over 80 possess a genetic edge - they're far less likely to carry the Alzheimer's risk gene and have higher levels of a protective variant. Unlocking the secrets of longevity.
A vanished ocean may have secretly sculpted Central Asia's mountains eons before the Himalayas ever rose, a stunning new discovery reveals.
A cosmic enigma: Japanese scientists uncover a supermassive black hole in the early universe, defying theories with its breakneck growth and simultaneous X-ray and radio emissions.
Cows using tools? Veronika, a 13-year-old Swiss brown cow in Austria, has made scientific history as the first recorded case of a cow using tools to scratch hard-to-reach itches.
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Unearthed in Italy, a remarkable structure stands as the first known evidence of Vitruvius' architectural genius, whose treatise captivated visionaries like Leonardo da Vinci.
Quantum entanglement, a mind-bending phenomenon, is revolutionizing scientific measurement, unlocking unprecedented precision.
A toxic protein saps brain energy in Parkinson's, but scientists have uncovered a way to halt its devastating effects.
Curtin University's groundbreaking research shatters the long-held belief that glaciers transported Stonehenge's iconic bluestones, revealing the ancient builders' remarkable feat of moving the massive stones.
Humans will soon soar beyond Earth's bounds, with a return to the Moon and Japan's maiden voyage to Mars - a new era of space exploration dawns in 2026.
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A stunning discovery in Indonesia: researchers uncover a 67,800-year-old hand stencil, shattering the record for the oldest known figurative artwork.
Astonishing discovery on the moon: Researchers found single-walled carbon nanotubes, previously thought only possible in labs, in lunar soil samples.
Beneath the churning waves of the Southern Ocean, a hidden force shapes the annual blooms of phytoplankton that sustain Antarctica's vibrant marine life - earthquakes.
Genetics play a surprising role in longevity, as the largest study of "super-agers" reveals. Healthy habits alone don't guarantee a long life - some people simply win the biological lottery.
New research reveals that fairness and respect for property shape our first impressions—and our willingness to trust—more than other moral behaviors Every day, we quietly judge the people around us. Did that coworker split the credit fairly? Did a neighbor return a lost package? Did someone cut in l...
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Quantum spins' collective behaviors upend expectations. Researchers reveal the Kondo effect's surprising spin-size dependence: small spins suppress magnetism, while larger spins promote it.
Quantum rhythms unlock material transformations. Scientists harness excitons, energy pairs in semiconductors, to reshape materials with far less energy than brute-force lasers.
Unpredictable geomatic storms can leave a breathtaking aurora in their wake, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC).
Uncover the world's oldest paintings, etched into limestone caves on Indonesia's Muna island - handprints that date back an astounding 67,800 years.
Witness the colossal SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft as they emerge from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, poised for the historic Artemis II mission that will propel humanity's return to the Moon.
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A notorious toxin may have sparked the origins of life on our planet, according to groundbreaking research. Frozen crystals hold the key to this surprising discovery.
For nearly 250 years, the dazzling Ring Nebula has captivated stargazers. But a groundbreaking telescope discovery has left scientists puzzled.
Aluminum alloys corroding from saltwater exposure? Tohoku University researchers unveil a groundbreaking technique to pinpoint the origins of this destructive pitting process, paving the way for more resilient alloys.
Bridging the gap between awareness and action, Alex Saum-Pascual envisions how artistic representations could catalyze real change in the face of harmful technologies.
Suni Williams, a trailblazing NASA astronaut, embarked on a 10-day mission that transformed into a remarkable 9-month odyssey aboard the International Space Station, before retiring after 27 years of service.
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A ghostly hand etched into an Indonesian cave wall may be humanity's oldest known artwork, dating back over 67,800 years according to archaeologists' stunning discovery.
A hand-stenciled cave painting on Indonesia's Sulawesi island may rewrite the history of human creativity, dating back over 45,000 years.
Newly discovered "little red dots" in deep space may be baby black holes undergoing a dramatic growth spurt, shedding light on the early universe.
Harnessing AI's potential, UC Berkeley's Emma Pierson envisions transforming healthcare and justice - if we prioritize equality in algorithm design.
A solar flare's explosive growth unfolds in a cascading "magnetic avalanche," as small disturbances rapidly multiply, triggering ever-stronger particle-accelerating explosions.