ASKAP telescope discovers two highly scattered pulsars
ASKAP’s VAST survey discovers two highly scattered pulsars, PSR J1646−4451 and PSR J1837−0616, found via circular polarization imaging and Parkes follow-up
New Batam data center addresses Southeast Asia’s capacity crunch
A new data center that began operations in February 2025 on the Indonesian island of Batam is poised to alleviate…
Expert says humanoid robots are not yet ready for domestic use
Humanoid robots are not ready for home use, as experts cite dexterity, tactile sensing, safety, and limited battery life, with gradual home adoption after 2030
Quantum entanglement boosts energy transfer in molecular models
In a discovery that could reshape the development of light-harvesting technologies, a new study demonstrates that quantum entanglement can significantly…
The Fragile Morality of Markets: How Competition Undermines Honesty
Guilt and disappointment boost honesty and mutual welfare in a one-on-one market, but adding a second seller shows competition erodes these emotion-driven gains
Circadian clock protein is linked to brain aging and neurodegenerative disease
New research in mice has uncovered a significant link between a protein integral to the body’s daily rhythms and the…
Nanoparticles boost strength, toughness, and processability in polymer glasses
Scientists have developed a novel method to overcome a persistent challenge in materials science, creating a new class of polymer…
The Expanding Mindspan: How Older Adults Are Staying Sharp Longer
New research indicates that the duration of healthy brain function for adults over 65 is expanding, with men and women…
Unexpected winter carbon uptake discovered in the Arctic
New research reveals a startling shift in the Arctic’s carbon cycle, indicating that the region is releasing significant amounts of…
Scientists convert polystyrene plastic into valuable nylon precursors
Scientists convert polystyrene into adipic acid for nylon via a low-energy, catalytic process at about 150°C, offering scalable upcycling of plastic waste