BiologyDominance Fierarchy – in Biology A dominance hierarchy (also known as a pecking order) is a type of social hierarchy that forms when members of animal social groups interact, resulting…
AstronomyAccording to a New Paper, the Webb Telescope is Powerful Enough to Detect Several Biosignatures on Exoplanets Finding chemical evidence of life in the atmospheres of exoplanets offers the best chance of discovering life on extraterrestrial worlds not by listening for coded…
EnvironmentThe Revolution in Reusable Packaging is on its Way Reusable packaging has gained popularity in recent years as a potential solution to waste reduction and environmental sustainability. While it is difficult to predict the…
ChemistryBivalve Hinge Teaches Scientists About Material Fatigue Resistance The hinge of a bivalve refers to the specialized anatomical structure that allows the two halves, or valves, of the shell to open and close.…
BiologyRoots can Measure Heat on their Own Roots are plant organs that anchor the plant by absorbing water and nutrients from the soil and storing carbohydrates. They lack specialized structures or sensory…
ChemistryA Study Shows that Hypochlorite can Both Injure and Benefit Human Beings Human cells have the ability to produce hypochlorite, the same substance found in household bleach that kills bacteria and viruses. The health issues linked to…
ArchitectureTermite-inspired Climate-friendly Air Conditioning Termites are well-known for their ability to build large, complex mounds that regulate internal temperature, humidity, and ventilation. This natural ventilation system has inspired researchers…
AstronomyThe Webb Space Telescope has Revealed the Moment of Stellar Birth, As Well As a Spectacular Close-up of 50 Young Stars The spectacular close-up of dozens of stars at the moment of birth marks the one-year anniversary of the Webb Space Telescope’s cosmic images. NASA released…
PhilosophyCultural Hegemony in Marxist Philosophy Cultural hegemony is defined in Marxist philosophy as the ruling class’s dominance over a culturally diverse society by manipulating its culture—beliefs and explanations, perceptions, values,…
EnvironmentAct Now to Prevent an Uncontrolled Rise in Computational Science’s Carbon Footprint Cambridge researchers have outlined guidelines for making computational science more environmentally sustainable. Computational science drives discoveries that help us understand the human genome, fight cancer,…
SociologyClass Stratification – a form of social stratification Class stratification is a type of social stratification in which a society is divided into parties with varying access to resources and power. It is…
EnvironmentStudy in an Environment Where Geological Processes Can Be Seen Taking Place There is no place that comes close to Taiwan when it comes to examining certain geological processes in real time. Taiwan has some of the…