Nitric Oxide – a Chemical Compound
Nitric oxide, sometimes known as NO, is a colorless gas. It is one of the most important nitrogen oxides. It serves key chemical signaling roles…
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DP Leonis b – an Extrasolar Planet
The extrasolar planet DP Leonis b orbits the 17th magnitude star DP Leonis in the constellation Leo. It is a gas giant exoplanet in the…
A beautiful bird “Australasian Swamphen”
The Australasian Swamphens (Porphyrio melanotus) are found in eastern and northern Australia, with distinct subspecies found in the continent’s far southwest. It is a species…
Changes in the Gene Network Linked to Cancer Onset and Progression Lead to the Discovery of New Treatment Targets
In recent years, cancer chemotherapy has experienced a paradigm change, with classic treatments such as broad-spectrum cytotoxic medicines being supplemented or replaced by drugs that…
Watch the JWST as It Cruises Through Space towards Its Final Destination
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is presently on its nerve-wracking trip to orbit the Sun, and thanks to the Virtual Telescope Project, you can…
Unexpected Lifeforms Found Deep beneath Antarctica’s Ice Shelves
A plethora of new and surprising lifeforms have been uncovered deep under the ice sheets of Antarctica. They may not be large or attractive, but…
Twitter Bans Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene’s Personal Account over COVID-19 Misinformation
According to Twitter, Rep. Marjorie Taylor-personal Greene’s account has been permanently suspended “for multiple breaches of our COVID-19 disinformation policy.” Her official government account is…
In Europe, Researchers Find a New Species of Pangolin Fossil
A new pangolin species’ humerus bone was discovered at Graunceanu, a famous Pleistocene fossil deposit in Romania, confirming its occurrence in Europe. Deeper examination of…
Stunning Video Shows Our Last Glimpse of JWST before It Heads Into Deep Space
This is the moment the JWST separates from the rocket that sent it into orbit. Enjoy the photo because it is the final one we…
Early Research Suggests that a Drug could Help Patients with COVID-19 Pneumonia Who are Hospitalized
A proof-of-concept experiment sponsored by the Universities of Birmingham and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust has discovered a medication that may help some COVID-19…
Preventive Action for the Extinction of Regent Honeyeater
The Regent Honeyeater is a medium-sized, black and yellow honeyeater with a strong, curved bill. Adults weigh 35 to 50 grams, measure 20 to 24…
Inbreeding in Threatened Rattlesnakes Makes the Species more Resistant to Bad Mutations
The first study at the recent evolutionary history of a vulnerable rattlesnake species reveals that inbreeding caused by limited habitat may not be as harmful…
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