By weaving Kevlar or polyethylene nanofibers into standard neoprene in wetsuits, researchers found ways to limit injury during rare encounters with sharks.
The global die-off of coral reefs signals a critical shift in Earth’s climate system with global environmental consequences along with economic ones.
The growth spurt hints that the free-floating object evolves like a star, providing clues about rogue planets’ mysterious origins.
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The advance hints at the possibility of portable muon-making devices that could help peer through solid materials for hidden contraband.
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Sensor data reveal greater noctule bats chasing, catching and chewing on birds during high-altitude, nighttime hunts.
Some dogs love playing with toys so intensely they can’t stop—offering scientists a window into behavioral addictions.
Protein is having a moment. But even if most people are eating enough protein, studies suggest they may not be eating the right mix.
Richard Robson, Susumu Kitagawa and Omar Yaghi developed metal-organic frameworks, structures that can collect water from air, capture CO₂ and more.
Age and gender bias in online images feeds into AI tools, revealing stereotypes shaping digital systems and hiring algorithms, researchers report.