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All of a flutter: how butterflies avoid being a predator’s lunch
British researchers have discovered that butterfly wing patterns and fluttering motion create visual illusions that confuse predators about the insects’ speed and direction, helping them escape attack.
Caltech physicists finally measure a quantum energy ladder predicted 40 years ago
Caltech physicists used quantum simulators to make the first direct measurements of energy levels predicted by conformal field theories four decades ago, confirming theoretical predictions about quantum phase transitions.
This light-powered AI can spot deepfakes with nearly 98% accuracy
UCLA researchers developed an optical-neural processor that uses light to identify deepfake videos with 97.79% accuracy while analyzing 15 video streams simultaneously, offering advantages over traditional digital detection systems.
This new qubit could be 100 times less error-prone in superfluid quantum computer breakthrough
University of Surrey researchers propose a new qubit using superfluid helium that could be 100 times less error-prone than conventional designs, potentially advancing quantum computing scalability.
New “plant armor” more than triples strawberry yields
A textile covering called Plant Armor increased strawberry yields more than threefold in field trials while allowing sunlight and air penetration, with potential to reduce pesticide use.
This giant stick insect fooled scientists for decades
Scientists have identified two previously unrecognized stick insect species in Australia, revealing new biodiversity even in well-studied environments. The research shows five distinct species exist where only two were previously recognized.
Skull fractures suggest servants of Egypt’s ancient kings were sacrificed
Research examining ancient Egyptian skulls suggests court officials and craftspeople may have been sacrificed upon their rulers’ deaths, with 18 of 46 analyzed skulls showing signs of lethal trauma.
Nobel medicine prize goes to 3 scientists for research into brain activity
Three scientists received the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for research on light-gated ion channels and optogenetics, which enables control of individual nerve cell activity.
Pompeii’s 2,000-year-old eruption just gave scientists a better clock for Earth’s past
Scientists used the historical record of Mount Vesuvius’s 79 CE eruption to significantly improve argon-argon dating precision, a technique widely used to determine ages of rocks and volcanic events.
How opencast mining risks reawakening dormant geological faults
Opencast mining in western Germany triggered subsidence up to 20km away and reactivated dormant geological faults, according to new research published in Engineering Geology.
Glimpses into lives of Roman suburbanites in Bath revealed in rare finds
Archaeological excavation beneath Bath Assembly Rooms has revealed a network of Roman ditches containing pottery, coins, glassware, and a military helmet fragment, expanding understanding of Roman occupation in the city.
DNA database of UK dogs could help police collar criminals
Researchers in the UK are developing a DNA database of dogs to help police investigations, analyzing canine material found at crime scenes to identify breeds or match specific animals to incidents.
Spacecraft returns to Earth after rescue mission for ageing Nasa telescope fails
A commercial spacecraft launched to rescue NASA’s aging Swift Observatory failed its mission and re-entered Earth’s atmosphere Friday, with the telescope expected to follow within weeks.
Gene-edited bananas that don’t go brown could hit UK supermarkets
Gene-edited bananas that resist browning have cleared a regulatory hurdle in the UK, potentially reaching supermarkets soon and reducing food waste along supply chains.
‘Starship is in orbit’: cheers go up as huge SpaceX rocket circles Earth for first time
SpaceX successfully launched its Starship rocket into Earth’s orbit for the first time, marking a major milestone toward future lunar and Mars missions.
97-million-year-old fossils reveal the earliest known animal “GPS”
Researchers identified microscopic magnetic fossils dating back 97 million years that may represent the earliest known evidence of animal magnetic navigation, potentially revealing how modern creatures evolved magnetoreception.
NASA’s Roman telescope just opened its planet-hunting eye
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope has successfully completed critical tests of its fine-guidance system and received its first cosmic light through the Coronagraph Instrument, advancing toward planet-hunting observations.
Scientists just made a superconductor stronger using “empty space”
Researchers demonstrated that quantum vacuum fluctuations can strengthen superconductivity by placing a superconductor in a specially engineered electromagnetic cavity, potentially offering a new way to control quantum matter.
Over 5,500 trees recorded across Sussex in restoration project
A restoration project across Sussex has recorded over 5,500 trees since March 2024, reaching a significant milestone in efforts to map and protect ancient woodlands across a 121-square-mile area.
Powerful simulations reveal how the first stars changed the universe
Researchers are using advanced computer simulations to study how the first stars and galaxies emerged and transformed the early Universe, bridging observations from the James Webb Space Telescope with chemical signatures in ancient stars.
Chang’e-6 lunar soil contains a surprising magnetic time capsule
Researchers analyzing Chang’e-6 lunar soil discovered a rare form of metallic iron that may preserve information about the Moon’s ancient magnetic field, offering new insights into the satellite’s magnetic history.
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Can Dogs Sense PTSD?
It’s safe to say that dogs are pretty incredible. According to a survey done by the American Veterinary Medical Association, there were around seventy-seven million dogs in American households at the end of 2016. To quote a cliché, dogs are “man’s best friend” and for...
Seismic Activity Detected on Mars
We've been studying Mars for decades, first through telescopes from Earth and then through data sent back by a series of rovers. As our closest galactic neighbor, the red planet could hold secrets to the formation of our little blue dot. Until the InSight lander...
Benefits Of A Dog DNA Test
Many dog owners believe that they know the exact breed of their furry friend, even if their pet is adopted. But did you know that more often than not the breed you think you have is not correct? Up until a few years ago, DNA testing for dogs was nonexistent, but only...
Anyone Can Easily Find Plastic “Islands” in the Ocean
We use plastic every day of our lives — from grocery bags to fast food soda cups, plastics are an integral part of just about every industry. While a versatile tool, they also take a long time to biodegrade, if they do at all, making them a problem for the planet....