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Physics
The History and Development of Hypersonic Flight
Hypersonic flight could revolutionize the future of air travel and military operations.
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Fast-Moving Gas Near Distant Star May Be Caused by Vaporizing Icy Comets
The observation provides new insight into planetary evolution.
By Chris Young
Biology
Quantum Nanodiamonds Can Detect HIV, Other Diseases Earlier
Nanodiamonds dramatically improve testing sensitivity and may also help detect COVID-19.
Space
Scientists Officially Decode Sun's Nuclear Fusion, the Universal Engine
A team in Italy confirmed a type of nuclear fusion in our sun via capturing and studying neutrinos.
By Brad Bergan
Energy & Environment
Nearly Impossible Landing on New York’s Hudson River Explained
In 2009, Captain Chesley Sullenberger made an almost impossible landing on New York's Hudson River and saved the 155 people on board.
Biology
Biomineral Body Armor Shields Leaf-Cutter Ants in Deathmatches, Says Study
Leaf-cutter ants 'grow' biomineral armor, a distinct edge in ant wars and resisting disease.
By Brad Bergan
Energy & Environment
South African Researchers Want to Dim Down the Sun's Light, Says Study
South African academics suggest we fire tiny particles into the atmosphere to dim the sun's light.
By Brad Bergan
Science
This Is How Hockey Rinks Are Made
Did you know that hockey rinks actually need to be harder and colder than figure skating rinks?
Biology
New Mechanism Halts Fat Production After Eating, Could Treat Obesity
The team's findings could help open doors on research for therapeutic treatment options.
Biology
Cold-Stunned 350-Pound Loggerhead Turtle Dies After Rescue
The 30-year-old turtle that was found stranded on Cape Cod may have been ill for weeks, or even months.
Science
Social Isolation Triggers The Same Brain Signals As Hunger
The findings by MIT researchers have widespread implications in a year marked by social isolation.
By Chris Young
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