Pisa, Italy (SPX) Mar 25, 2024
Researchers have unveiled evidence of the Mediterranean Sea's earliest known boats, dating back over 7,000 years, through a study published on March 20, 2024, in PLOS ONE. Led by Juan F. Gibaja of the Spanish National Research Council, Barcelona, and colleagues, the study explores the technological sophistication of Neolithic seafaring, challenging previous assumptions about ancient navigation.
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 25, 2024
In a significant leap for space technology, Sierra Space, a pioneer in the commercial space sector and a rising star in defense technology, has equipped Sidus Space's inaugural LizzieSat satellite with state-of-the-art solar panels. Launched into Low Earth Orbit on March 4 during SpaceX's Transporter-10 Rideshare mission, LizzieSat is now operational, thanks to Sierra Space's cutting-edge solar
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Mar 25, 2024
A study reveals that hydrogen gas, known as a modern clean fuel, was also a fundamental energy source at the dawn of life nearly 4 billion years ago. This discovery underscores hydrogen's longstanding significance in both ancient biological processes and its potential in future sustainable energy solutions.
Hydrothermal vents, releasing hydrogen in the deep sea, provided the early Earth's
Washington (AFP) Mar 22, 2024
China's top chipmaker may have violated American laws by making a processor for sanctioned telecom giant Huawei, a senior US official said, sending its shares plummeting in Hong Kong on Friday.
A congressional hearing on Thursday asked the official whether Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC) broke US export controls by making advanced seven-nanometre chips for Huawei.
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Mar 25, 2024
In a study featured in Technological Forecasting and Social Change, Osaka University's team, led by Keishiro Hara, proposes a novel approach for evaluating sustainable technology and societal trends. By embracing the viewpoint of "imaginary future generations" (IFGs), the study unlocks new insights into the long-term implications of today's environmental and technological decisions.
The in
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 25, 2024
In an era where the quest for sustainable energy solutions is more critical than ever, a study by scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory and the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill (UNC) has emerged as a beacon of hope. This collaborative research effort has successfully demonstrated a novel method for converting carbon dioxide (CO2), a notorious
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 25, 2024
In a new development, Rice University's research team has introduced a novel method for creating sustainable wood through 3D printing, leveraging the wood's natural ingredients. This innovation promises to reduce the environmental footprint associated with wood manufacturing, addressing the traditional waste and inefficiency challenges.
Utilizing a pioneering water-based ink composed of ce
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 25, 2024
In a landmark study, researchers at Yale University and NOVA School of Science and Technology, NOVA University Lisbon (NOVA-FCT), have unveiled how subterranean bacteria thrive in oxygen-deprived environments by harnessing a specialized family of proteins. These proteins enable the bacteria to offload excess electrons onto tiny hair-like structures known as nanowires, creating an intricate, natu
Moscow (AFP) Mar 25, 2024
Russia's Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft successfully docked to the International Space Station Monday, four days after its launch was delayed due to a technical issue, the Roscosmos space agency said.
On board is Belarus' first female cosmonaut Marina Vasilevskaya, experienced Russian cosmonaut Oleg Novitsky and US astronaut Tracy Dyson, who blasted off on Saturday for a two-day journey.
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 19, 2024
Forty-four high school teams showcased their engineering prowess at the FIRST Robotics Los Angeles regional competition, where hand-crafted robots competed in a spirited showdown.
Over the weekend, the annual Los Angeles regional FIRST Robotics Competition saw a dazzling display of student ingenuity as 125-pound robots, created by 44 high school teams, navigated through a series of challen
Greenbelt MD (SPX) Mar 22, 2024
In a significant step toward unlocking the universe's most explosive phenomena, NASA's BurstCube has embarked on its journey to the International Space Station. This compact, shoebox-sized satellite, aboard SpaceX's 30th Commercial Resupply Services mission, launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, aims to explore short gamma-ray bursts - the universe's most intense explosions.
Af
Pasadena CA (JPL) Mar 26, 2024
Earth planning date: Friday, March 22, 2024: Sometimes it feels like we all make up the same brain and planning goes smooth as silk. Today I'm thankful it felt like that, because Friday plans have a higher potential to get rough. It really helps when the morning downlink brings down more data than expected and shows our drive completing successfully! The only thing getting us down was the "sun b
London, UK (SPX) Mar 22, 2024
A new study spearheaded by the University of Birmingham has thrown a challenge at the space science community to deepen our understanding of the hazardous zones close to Earth, known as the Van Allen Belts. This research marks a major advance towards evolving new theories and methodologies capable of predicting and analyzing the dynamics of space particles more accurately.
Historically, th
London, UK (SPX) Mar 26, 2024
For the first time in over seven decades, the Mount Everest-sized 'Devil Comet', officially known as 12P/Pons-Brooks, is making its way into the inner solar system and may be observable with the naked eye in the coming weeks. Its closest proximity to the Sun on April 21 is expected to make it most visible, particularly for those in the northern hemisphere, where it will reach optimal visibility
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 26, 2024
NASA has chosen Oakwood School's student-crafted CubeSat, NyanSat, for deployment to the International Space Station, marking a significant achievement as Oakwood emerges as the sole K-12 institution among selectees, predominantly comprising universities and a NASA center. This decision underscores the innovative capabilities and dedication of Oakwood's Spacecraft Systems Engineering students.
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 26, 2024
Astrobotic recently announced the addition of four seasoned space industry professionals to its team, enhancing its capabilities as the company gears up for its Griffin-1 lunar mission. The new hires include Steve Clarke as the Vice President of Landers and Spacecraft, specializing in lunar system development, and Frank Peri as the Director of Engineering, focusing on Griffin-1, with a wealth of
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 22, 2024
A new technique developed by researchers at Penn State, leveraging satellite data, has shown promise in enhancing the accuracy of severe weather forecasts. This method, which integrates microwave data from low-Earth-orbit satellites into conventional computer weather models, has successfully predicted the intensity and location of surface gusts during the severe Midwest Derecho of 2020.
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Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 22, 2024
Aireon has broadened its partnership with Airbus through an expanded distribution deal, facilitating greater accessibility to its cutting-edge space-based automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) data. This strategic move will see Airbus incorporating Aireon's comprehensive ADS-B data into its suite of advanced flight analytics and digital solutions, offering unprecedented benefits to
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Mar 22, 2024
On Thursday afternoon, the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation announced the successful launch of a Long March 2D carrier rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. This launch marked the deployment of the second batch of Yunhai 2-series satellites into orbit, further bolstering China's capabilities in atmospheric monitoring and space environment observation.
The satel
Paris, France (SPX) Mar 26, 2024
The European Space Agency (ESA), in collaboration with technology partners, is embarking on an ambitious project to develop artificial intelligence (AI) applications designed to transform the way we retrieve information from Earth observation data. This initiative aims to create a digital assistant capable of producing scientifically accurate responses based on verified data, answering complex q
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Mar 26, 2024
The China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced the successful entry of the Queqiao-2 relay satellite into its circumlunar orbit following a critical near-moon braking maneuver early Monday.
The satellite initiated its braking sequence at approximately 12:46 am (Beijing Time), commencing at a distance of 440 kilometers from the moon. Within 19 minutes, Queqiao-2 had smoothly trans
Greenbelt MD (SPX) Mar 26, 2024
From the atmosphere down to the surface of the ocean, data from NASA's PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) satellite benefits ecosystems, human health, and underrepresented communities.
Years before the launch in February 2024, mission leaders from NASA teamed with dozens of applied scientists and environmental professionals to prepare for the many practical uses that could be
Search continues for missing six workers on bridge as ship crashed through its supports
THE building and upgrading of infrastructure around Mount Hampden, the site of a new city to the north west of Harare, is not only in preparation for Zimbabwe’s hosting of the SADC Summit in August, but is a carefully planned long-term project to create an ultra-modern capital, Cabinet has said.
Aichi Prefectural Police have arrested three men, one a music composer, on suspicion of violating the Cannabis Control Act after they smuggled marijuana from the United States and…