A new kind of chip for quantum technology
An optical image of the electrically controlled coupled cavity array in the team’s silicon photonic chip. The image depicts the wiring structure and optical micrograph of the coupled cavity array.…
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Record-breaking astronaut Frank Rubio finally returns to Earth after accidentally spending 371 days in space
Frank Rubio is carried away from the Soyuz capsule he returned to Earth in on Sept. 27 By Harry Baker published 1 day ago NASA astronaut Frank Rubio has finally returned home…
Asteroid to make its first-ever close approach to Earth! NASA predicts
Asteroid 2023 RQ6 belongs to the Apollo group of Near-Earth Asteroids, named after the giant 1862 Apollo asteroid, discovered by German astronomer Kerl Reinmuth in the 1930s. They are Earth-crossing…
NASA spacecraft flies right through sun explosion, captures footage
An artist’s conception of NASA’s Parker Solar Probe passing near the sun’s atmosphere. By Mark Kaufman on September 19, 2023 A well-fortified NASA spacecraft flew through, and survived, an immense explosion from the sun. Scientists recently…
Genetically modified bacteria break down plastics in saltwater
Researchers have genetically engineered a marine microorganism to break down plastic in salt water. Specifically, the modified organism can break down polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a plastic used in everything from…
Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Increase Risk Of Liver Cancer, Study Finds
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New Breakthrough Paves the Way for Extending Human Lifespan – Scientists Successfully Transfer Longevity Gene
Researchers successfully transferred a longevity gene from naked mole rats to mice, leading to enhanced health and increased lifespan. Naked mole rats, noted for their resistance to age-related diseases, have…
Animal vs. Plant Protein: New Research Suggests That These Protein Sources Are Not Nutritionally Equivalent
Scientists found that two-ounce-equivalents (oz-eq) of animal-based protein foods provide greater essential amino acids (EAA) bioavailability than the same quantity of plant-based protein foods. The study challenges the Dietary Guidelines…
Driving Innovation: Breakthrough AI Research Revolutionizes Autonomous Vehicles
The state of autonomous driving research has reached a pivotal juncture, where groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning have propelled the field into uncharted territories. With a…
These 5 Foods May Extend Your Life and Reduce Risk of Chronic Disease
Researchers have identified five key plant-based foods that can help lower your risk of chronic disease and increase your lifespan. Healthy you, healthy planet? Research suggests the two may be…