Technology

Researchers have discovered that under certain exotic conditions, heat can mimic the properties of sound, echoing back and forth in a manner referred to as “second sound.” This intriguing behavior has been captured in images for the first time by scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), showcasing how heat propagates like sound waves within a superfluid—a unique state …

A recent scientific investigation has revealed that the tectonic plates beneath the Pacific Ocean are experiencing separation. These plates, part of Earth’s lithosphere, essentially float on the asthenosphere, a semi-fluid layer, and their movement is a fundamental aspect of plate tectonics. Researchers from the University of Toronto have identified significant undersea faults that stretch for hundreds of kilometers and reach …

In discussing the phenomenon known as “Snowball Earth,” Dr. Adriana Dutkiewicz, an ARC Future Fellow, paints a picture of a time when our planet was almost entirely encased in ice, with ice sheets stretching from the poles to the equator around 700 million years ago. This period, characterized by a dramatic drop in global temperatures, has long puzzled scientists regarding …

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is advancing its plans to deploy a nuclear reactor on the Moon as part of its Artemis program, aiming to secure a constant power supply for future lunar outposts. This initiative has recently completed its preliminary design phase, which saw contributions from leading companies including Lockheed Martin, Westinghouse, and IX, all tasked with …

In recent research led by physicist Jan Ambjørn from Copenhagen University, a novel explanation for the accelerated expansion of the universe, attributed to the enigmatic dark energy, has been proposed. The study suggests that this phenomenon could result from our universe merging with other smaller, nascent universes. This idea aligns more closely with observational data than the conventional Standard Cosmological …

The Sun, one of the solar system’s luminaries, is poised for a significant event where it will reverse its magnetic poles. This reversal, occurring roughly every 11 years, is next anticipated between April and August of this year, following the previous occurrence in 2013. Despite the dramatic nature of a magnetic pole flip, this event is part of the Sun’s …

Nuclear fusion, the process that fuels the Sun, represents a significant milestone in humanity’s quest for unlimited energy. Scientists in the United Kingdom have achieved a breakthrough in this pursuit, setting a new nuclear fusion record. Reported by CNN, the team sustained 69 megajoules of fusion energy for five seconds, utilizing only 0.2 milligrams of fuel. This remarkable feat demonstrates …

For three consecutive days, Spanish farmers have orchestrated roadblocks across the nation, voicing their frustrations over stringent regulations and the influx of cheaper imports. This wave of protests saw the participation of Spain’s leading agricultural unions – Asaja, Coag, and UPA – for the first time, marking a significant escalation in the movement. Tractor-led processions caused significant traffic disruptions, notably …