Tracking Economic Activity in Opaque Regimes: Insights from North Korea
A recent study examines how unconventional data sources can reveal economic activities in opaque regimes, with North Korea as a primary example.
Editorial Staff May 30
NASA Chooses Seven Companies for Johnson Space Center Upgrades
In a significant move, NASA has awarded contracts to seven companies for construction and infrastructure enhancements at the Johnson Space Center, potentially worth up to $300 million.
Editorial Staff May 29
Public Event Featuring SpaceX Crew-11 Astronauts Scheduled at NASA Headquarters
NASA is set to host a public event with three astronauts from the SpaceX Crew-11 mission on June 1, 2026, at 11 a.m. EDT in the Webb Auditorium.
Editorial Staff May 29
Mapping the Gulf: A Deep Dive into Water Dynamics
A researcher embarks on an ambitious project to create a detailed map of water movement in the Gulf, highlighting the complexities of marine environments influenced by various factors.
Editorial Staff May 29
Innovative Approaches in Catalyst Design May Advance Sustainable Fuel Production
Recent advancements in material synthesis could lead to the creation of adaptive electrocatalysts, potentially transforming the production of cleaner fuels and fostering greener industrial practices.
Editorial Staff May 29
New Insights into Invasive Plants: A Study on Exotic Species
Recent research explores the factors that influence why certain exotic plants become invasive pests, providing valuable data for conservation and management strategies.
Editorial Staff May 29
IceCube Collaboration Unveils Break in Cosmic Neutrino Spectrum
A recent study from the IceCube Collaboration, published in Physical Review Letters, suggests that the energy spectrum of astrophysical neutrinos deviates from a simple power-law model.
Editorial Staff May 29
Study Highlights Conflict Between Sustainability Marketing and Degrowth Principles
A recent study from ICTA-UAB and the London School of Economics indicates that sustainability-focused advertising may contradict degrowth principles, prompting calls for stricter regulations.
Editorial Staff May 29
New Study Reveals Orangutans Breastfeed for Unprecedented Duration
A recent study highlights that orangutan mothers breastfeed their young for six and a half years, marking the longest duration among mammals and emphasizing their unique life history.
Editorial Staff May 29
Guidance for Startups in Defense: Insights from Space Force's COMSO Chief
Col. Tim Trimailo of the Space Force highlights key strategies for startups aiming to enter the defense sector, stressing transparency, patience, and a strong military value proposition.
Editorial Staff May 29
Emergence of Topological States in Quantum Hall-Superconductor Devices
Recent research highlights the emergence of topological phases in quantum Hall-superconductor devices, which are characterized by properties safeguarded by the material's overall structure.
Editorial Staff May 29
Exploring Longevity: Insights from Jamie Justice of XPRIZE Healthspan
Jamie Justice discusses the landscape of longevity research, highlighting both promising advancements and dubious treatments in the field.
Editorial Staff May 29
UK Study Reveals Air Pollution's Impact on Lung Growth in Children
A recent study from the UK indicates that exposure to air pollution can hinder lung development in children, potentially affecting their health into early adulthood.
Editorial Staff May 29
New Evidence-Informed Guidance for Retailers on Managing Violence and Aggression
The Thomas Ashton Institute's Violence and Aggression Research Network has released guidance to assist retailers in preventing and addressing work-related violence and aggression.
Editorial Staff May 29
NASA's FireSense Project Aims to Enhance Firefighter Safety with New Sensors
As the wildfire season nears, NASA's FireSense initiative is set to deploy low-cost thermal sensors designed to alert firefighters to dangerous heat levels.
Editorial Staff May 29
New Study Suggests Being Single May Be More Fulfilling Than a Poor Relationship
A comprehensive longitudinal study indicates that individuals may experience greater happiness when single rather than in a subpar relationship, challenging societal norms about romance.
Editorial Staff May 29
Study Examines Influence of Farm-Business Relationships on Agricultural Start-Ups
Research from the Leibniz Center for Agricultural Landscape Research highlights how established farm-business ties may lead agricultural start-ups to pursue smaller gains.
Editorial Staff May 29
NASA Imagery Reveals Ancient Climate Changes on Mars
Recent findings from NASA suggest that Gale Crater once hosted rivers and lakes, indicating significant climate changes on Mars, though the timeline of these shifts is still unclear.
Editorial Staff May 28
New Microscopy Technique Unveils Rapid Electron and Magnetic Dynamics in Advanced Materials
A novel ultrafast holographic imaging method has been developed by a German–Italian team, enabling the study of light-matter interactions on unprecedented timescales.
Editorial Staff May 28
Space Force to Establish Resilient Operations Centers Across the Nation
The Space Force is set to create a network of operations centers aimed at maintaining military space mission continuity during potential wartime scenarios.
Editorial Staff May 28