Science

Astronomers Discover Andromeda's Massive Gas Halo, Which Extends Near the Earth

Marco Foronda   | May 10, 2015 11:05 PM EDT

Astronomers discover a massive gas halo around Andromeda and is noted to extend near the Earth. read more

NASA Reveals the Ancient Magnetic Field of Mercury

Marco Foronda   | May 10, 2015 09:22 AM EDT

The data was accurately corrected by sending the Messenger in orbit in close proximity to the planet. read more

Amazing Lopsided Supernova Explosion Explains How Stars Turn Into Black Holes

Ana Verayo   | May 10, 2015 07:39 AM EDT

Data from NASA's NuSTAR telescope reveals how a supernova explosion can turn into a neutron star or a black hole. read more

MIT Develops Star Trek Inspired Underwater Robots with Cognitive Control

Ana Verayo   | May 10, 2015 06:30 AM EDT

Engineers from MIT developed a new system of AUVs that can perform high level tasks using cognitive abilities. read more

SpaceX Crew Dragon's First Pad Abort Test Successful

Ana Verayo   | May 10, 2015 05:17 AM EDT

Last Wednesday, May 6, SpaceX successfully conducted its first emergency escape test flight for the Crew Dragon spacecraft. read more

Global Carbon Dioxide Tops the 400 PPM Mark; Climate Change Alert Issued

Aishwarya Bhatt   | May 11, 2015 06:16 AM EDT

For the very first time, the level of atmospheric carbon dioxide reached above 400 parts per million; 440 ppm was first recorded in the Arctic region in the year 2012. This level was also recorded one more time in Hawaii in the year 2013. Now, the level surpassed the 400 ppm mark and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Observatory raised a climate change alert warning. read more

Space X's Musk Dragon Could Be Used As A Planetary Science Platform

Aishwarya Bhatt   | May 11, 2015 09:05 AM EDT

The Dragon capsules are on the path of progress, to be ready soon, after the Space X's pad aborting test was successful this week. The Dragon capsules are the future of the planetary science platform and will be used to fly to the International Space Station in about 2 years. read more

How Heads Evolved: 500 Million Year Old Fossilized Brain Provides Clues

Ana Verayo   | May 09, 2015 06:10 AM EDT

A new study examined a 500 million year old fossilized brain from the Cambrian era of an ancient arthropod that can link how the modern head shape came to be. read more

NASA MESSENGER Data Reveals Mercury Has a Secret Magnetic Field

Ana Verayo   | May 09, 2015 04:38 AM EDT

Upon obtaining the last data from NASA's Messenger probe, it revealed that Mercury also possess a magnetic field although a much weaker one than Earth's. read more

New Drug Combination Could Prove Useful For Hepatitis C Treatment

Dave Tagacay   | May 09, 2015 08:26 AM EDT

An experimental concoction involving three drugs, daclatasvir, asunaprevir, and beclabuvir, has given remarkable results in handling the disease Hepatitis C. read more

Digoxin - Treatment For Heart Problems May Carry Hazardous Risks

Dave Tagacay   | May 09, 2015 08:24 AM EDT

For those suffering from an irregular heartbeat or even heart failure, Digoxin, a form of drug treatment for certain heart problems, may increase the risk of premature death, according to German researchers. read more

Want to Lose Weight Without Dieting? Go Grocery Shopping With A List!

Aishwarya Bhatt   | May 08, 2015 11:27 AM EDT

A study on Pittsburg shoppers revealed that one secret trick to lose weight is to have a grocery list in hand while shopping. This leads to healthy food choices, which ultimately lead to weight loss. Having a grocery list in hand helps the shoppers to stick to what they really need, rather than get tempted about what products are displayed on the shelves. read more

Andromeda Galaxy's Ghostly Halo is 1000 Times Bigger Invading Milky Way Galaxy

Ana Verayo   | May 08, 2015 11:00 AM EDT

Using the Hubble Space Telescope's observations, scientists revealed that Andromeda's mysterious halo is apparently much larger than first thought. read more

Spiders Sprayed with Graphene Create 'Superstrong Silk'

Marco Foronda   | May 08, 2015 08:40 AM EDT

The graphene or carbon nanotubes make the material tougher and turn the silk into a superior one with remarkable uses. read more

NASA Chief Vows to Bring Humans to Mars by 2030

Ana Verayo   | May 08, 2015 07:57 AM EDT

During the Humans to Mars Summit last May 5, NASA administrator Charles Bolden announced to bring humans to Mars by 2030 starting with initial plans next year. read more

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