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Atmos Space Cargo’s Phoenix Capsule Set for First Orbital Test on SpaceX Mission
- Friday February 7, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Germany’s Atmos Space Cargo is set to test its Phoenix capsule on SpaceX’s Bandwagon 3 mission, targeting an efficient cargo-return solution. The capsule will carry multiple payloads, including biomedical experiments and a radiation detector. Equipped with an inflatable atmospheric decelerator, Phoenix aims to streamline the return of space-man...
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NASA Looks for Private Partners To Revive VIPER Moon Rover Mission
- Friday February 7, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
NASA is inviting private companies to collaborate on deploying the VIPER moon rover, initially halted due to budget constraints. The rover, designed to locate lunar water ice, was previously set to launch aboard Astrobotic’s Griffin lander. Companies must submit proposals by February 20, 2025, with final selections expected mid-year. Chosen firms...
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www.gadgets360.com
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New Algorithm Uses Fiber Optic Cables to Improve Earthquake Detection Globally
- Friday February 7, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Researchers have developed an algorithm that converts fiber optic cables into seismic sensors, improving earthquake detection and early warning systems. The method integrates fiber optic and traditional seismometer data, overcoming challenges in earthquake monitoring. The technology could also help detect seismic activity in volcanoes and glaciers....
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www.gadgets360.com
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7,000-Year-Old Arrow Poison Found in South Africa, Shows Ancient Hunting Skills
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A 7,000-year-old antelope femur found in a South African cave has been identified as the earliest evidence of a multi-component arrow poison. Researchers discovered toxic compounds, including digitoxin and strophanthidin, revealing ancient humans’ advanced knowledge of plant toxins. The study suggests long-distance trade or travel for these ingre...
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www.gadgets360.com
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New Method Controls Synchronisation in Spin Hall Nano-Oscillators Using Spin Waves
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A study led by researchers at the University of Gothenburg and Tohoku University demonstrates how phase synchronisation can be controlled in spin Hall nano-oscillators (SHNOs). Using propagating spin waves, the team achieved long-range coupling between SHNOs, opening new possibilities for applications in neuromorphic computing, telecommunications a...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Scientists Observe and Control Kelvin Waves in Superfluid Helium for the First Time
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have controlled and observed Kelvin waves in superfluid helium-4 for the first time. Using an electric field to manipulate nanoparticles trapped in vortex lines, they generated and visualised the helical motion of these quantum waves. This discovery sheds light on energy dissipation in superfluid systems and o...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Polar Bear Fur's Natural Oil Prevents Ice Build-Up, Study Finds
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Scientists have uncovered a surprising feature of polar bear fur: a natural oil that prevents ice accumulation. Unlike penguins, which rely on feather structure, polar bears benefit from a chemical composition that keeps their fur ice-free. A study published in Science Advances found that unwashed polar bear fur performed as well as high-performanc...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Compact Neutrino Detector Successfully Identifies Antineutrinos at Nuclear Reactor
- Tuesday February 4, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new study reveals that a small neutrino detector, weighing less than three kilograms, has successfully detected antineutrinos at the Leibstadt Nuclear Power Plant in Switzerland. Over a 119-day experiment, the device recorded around 400 antineutrinos, matching theoretical predictions. Researchers believe this breakthrough could enhance nuclear mo...
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www.gadgets360.com
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys SpainSat NG-1, Enhancing Secure Communications
- Tuesday February 4, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
SpaceX has successfully launched SpainSat NG-1, a next-generation communications satellite, aboard its Falcon 9 rocket. Developed by Hisdesat in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA), the satellite is designed to enhance secure governmental communications across Europe. The launch took place from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, with dep...
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www.gadgets360.com
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New Study Finds Active Lunar Tectonics, Challenges Moon’s Dormancy
- Friday January 31, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A recent study published in The Planetary Science Journal reveals that the moon is still experiencing tectonic activity. Scientists identified 266 small ridges on the far side of the moon, formed within the last 160 to 200 million years. The study suggests these ridges result from geological forces like lunar shrinking and orbital shifts. The findi...
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www.gadgets360.com
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AI Generates Fluorescent Protein That Nature Would Need 500 Million Years to Evolve
- Friday January 31, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new AI-generated fluorescent protein, esmGFP, has been developed, a process that would have taken nature 500 million years. Scientists used ESM3, an AI model trained on billions of natural protein sequences, to design a functional protein beyond evolutionary constraints. The development is expected to accelerate medical research, drug discovery, ...
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www.gadgets360.com
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First Mouse with Two Fathers Thrives into Adulthood, Marking New Scientific Milestone
- Thursday January 30, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Scientists have achieved a major milestone by creating a bi-paternal mouse, marking progress in stem cell science and reproductive biology. By modifying imprinting genes, researchers overcame previous barriers to unisexual mammalian reproduction. While only a small percentage of the engineered embryos survived to birth, the research demonstrates th...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Scientists Discover Hidden Clues to the Dark Universe in 3D Galaxy Maps
- Thursday January 30, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A breakthrough study has revealed new insights into the "dark universe," which consists of dark matter and dark energy. By using a novel technique called field-level inference (FLI), scientists have discovered previously hidden details in 3D galaxy maps. This method preserves the three-dimensional nature of the data, unlike traditional compression ...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-29 Mission to Test Lunar Gravity Simulation
- Thursday January 30, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-29 mission, scheduled for Jan. 28, 2025, will simulate lunar gravity during its suborbital flight. The uncrewed mission, launching from West Texas, carries 30 experiments, with 17 contributed by NASA. These experiments aim to advance lunar exploration technologies, including studying moon dust behaviour, fire dynamics...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Astronomers Discover 19 New Quasars Using DESI Legacy Surveys Data
- Wednesday January 29, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Using data from the DESI Legacy Surveys photometry catalog, 19 new quasars were identified, including strongly-lensed, dual, and projected types. Observations were carried out on October 15–16, 2023, at California's Palomar Observatory using the P200/DBSP instrument. Among the findings are two lensed quasars, J0746+1344 and J2121-0826, which exhi...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Atmos Space Cargo’s Phoenix Capsule Set for First Orbital Test on SpaceX Mission
- Friday February 7, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Germany’s Atmos Space Cargo is set to test its Phoenix capsule on SpaceX’s Bandwagon 3 mission, targeting an efficient cargo-return solution. The capsule will carry multiple payloads, including biomedical experiments and a radiation detector. Equipped with an inflatable atmospheric decelerator, Phoenix aims to streamline the return of space-man...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
NASA Looks for Private Partners To Revive VIPER Moon Rover Mission
- Friday February 7, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
NASA is inviting private companies to collaborate on deploying the VIPER moon rover, initially halted due to budget constraints. The rover, designed to locate lunar water ice, was previously set to launch aboard Astrobotic’s Griffin lander. Companies must submit proposals by February 20, 2025, with final selections expected mid-year. Chosen firms...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
New Algorithm Uses Fiber Optic Cables to Improve Earthquake Detection Globally
- Friday February 7, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Researchers have developed an algorithm that converts fiber optic cables into seismic sensors, improving earthquake detection and early warning systems. The method integrates fiber optic and traditional seismometer data, overcoming challenges in earthquake monitoring. The technology could also help detect seismic activity in volcanoes and glaciers....
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
7,000-Year-Old Arrow Poison Found in South Africa, Shows Ancient Hunting Skills
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A 7,000-year-old antelope femur found in a South African cave has been identified as the earliest evidence of a multi-component arrow poison. Researchers discovered toxic compounds, including digitoxin and strophanthidin, revealing ancient humans’ advanced knowledge of plant toxins. The study suggests long-distance trade or travel for these ingre...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
New Method Controls Synchronisation in Spin Hall Nano-Oscillators Using Spin Waves
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A study led by researchers at the University of Gothenburg and Tohoku University demonstrates how phase synchronisation can be controlled in spin Hall nano-oscillators (SHNOs). Using propagating spin waves, the team achieved long-range coupling between SHNOs, opening new possibilities for applications in neuromorphic computing, telecommunications a...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Scientists Observe and Control Kelvin Waves in Superfluid Helium for the First Time
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have controlled and observed Kelvin waves in superfluid helium-4 for the first time. Using an electric field to manipulate nanoparticles trapped in vortex lines, they generated and visualised the helical motion of these quantum waves. This discovery sheds light on energy dissipation in superfluid systems and o...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Polar Bear Fur's Natural Oil Prevents Ice Build-Up, Study Finds
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Scientists have uncovered a surprising feature of polar bear fur: a natural oil that prevents ice accumulation. Unlike penguins, which rely on feather structure, polar bears benefit from a chemical composition that keeps their fur ice-free. A study published in Science Advances found that unwashed polar bear fur performed as well as high-performanc...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Compact Neutrino Detector Successfully Identifies Antineutrinos at Nuclear Reactor
- Tuesday February 4, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new study reveals that a small neutrino detector, weighing less than three kilograms, has successfully detected antineutrinos at the Leibstadt Nuclear Power Plant in Switzerland. Over a 119-day experiment, the device recorded around 400 antineutrinos, matching theoretical predictions. Researchers believe this breakthrough could enhance nuclear mo...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys SpainSat NG-1, Enhancing Secure Communications
- Tuesday February 4, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
SpaceX has successfully launched SpainSat NG-1, a next-generation communications satellite, aboard its Falcon 9 rocket. Developed by Hisdesat in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA), the satellite is designed to enhance secure governmental communications across Europe. The launch took place from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, with dep...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
New Study Finds Active Lunar Tectonics, Challenges Moon’s Dormancy
- Friday January 31, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A recent study published in The Planetary Science Journal reveals that the moon is still experiencing tectonic activity. Scientists identified 266 small ridges on the far side of the moon, formed within the last 160 to 200 million years. The study suggests these ridges result from geological forces like lunar shrinking and orbital shifts. The findi...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
AI Generates Fluorescent Protein That Nature Would Need 500 Million Years to Evolve
- Friday January 31, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new AI-generated fluorescent protein, esmGFP, has been developed, a process that would have taken nature 500 million years. Scientists used ESM3, an AI model trained on billions of natural protein sequences, to design a functional protein beyond evolutionary constraints. The development is expected to accelerate medical research, drug discovery, ...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
First Mouse with Two Fathers Thrives into Adulthood, Marking New Scientific Milestone
- Thursday January 30, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Scientists have achieved a major milestone by creating a bi-paternal mouse, marking progress in stem cell science and reproductive biology. By modifying imprinting genes, researchers overcame previous barriers to unisexual mammalian reproduction. While only a small percentage of the engineered embryos survived to birth, the research demonstrates th...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Scientists Discover Hidden Clues to the Dark Universe in 3D Galaxy Maps
- Thursday January 30, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A breakthrough study has revealed new insights into the "dark universe," which consists of dark matter and dark energy. By using a novel technique called field-level inference (FLI), scientists have discovered previously hidden details in 3D galaxy maps. This method preserves the three-dimensional nature of the data, unlike traditional compression ...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-29 Mission to Test Lunar Gravity Simulation
- Thursday January 30, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-29 mission, scheduled for Jan. 28, 2025, will simulate lunar gravity during its suborbital flight. The uncrewed mission, launching from West Texas, carries 30 experiments, with 17 contributed by NASA. These experiments aim to advance lunar exploration technologies, including studying moon dust behaviour, fire dynamics...
-
www.gadgets360.com
-
Astronomers Discover 19 New Quasars Using DESI Legacy Surveys Data
- Wednesday January 29, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Using data from the DESI Legacy Surveys photometry catalog, 19 new quasars were identified, including strongly-lensed, dual, and projected types. Observations were carried out on October 15–16, 2023, at California's Palomar Observatory using the P200/DBSP instrument. Among the findings are two lensed quasars, J0746+1344 and J2121-0826, which exhi...
-
www.gadgets360.com