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Optogenetics wins the Nobel – one neuroscience breakthrough in a line of technological innovations helping scientists map and control the brain
Neuroscientific advances follow a pattern of visualizing the brain, measuring its function and then controlling it. Optogenetics may lead to a new era of medical treatment.
Source: Science + Tech – The Conversation. Read the original article.
NASA Testing Aims at Supercooled Large Droplet Aviation Safety
NASA is leveraging its expertise and enhancing its test facilities to help address a rare but persistent aviation hazard: icing that occurs when aircraft encounter unusually large, very cold water droplets in clouds. The problem, known as «supercooled large droplet icing,» occurs when aircraft fly through clouds containing unusually large drops of water that are […]
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Contacting NASA’s Langley Research Center
By Mail: National Aeronautics and Space Administration Langley Research Center Hampton, VA 23681-2199 By Phone: Operator: (757) 864-1000 Public & Media Inquiries: larc-dl-public-inquiries@mail.nasa.gov Partnerships:larc-partnerships@mail.nasa.gov Educational Inquiries:Langley Office of Education (757) 864-6300 See also: NASA Learning Resources Visitors Center: Virginia Air & Space Science Center Telephone: (757) 727-0900
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Florida’s limited ban on Flock cameras only scratches the surface of widespread surveillance concerns
The sudden proliferation of Flock cameras and abuses has led to a response from Florida lawmakers, but they have stopped short of regulating this technology and its uses.
Source: Science + Tech – The Conversation. Read the original article.
Why can’t people regenerate limbs like salamanders?
Understanding how certain animals can regenerate entire organs and limbs could help heal injuries in people.
Source: Science + Tech – The Conversation. Read the original article.
Moon-Like Madagascar
A bright lens of anorthosite, a rock type prevalent on the lunar surface, is cradled within sheared rocks in the country’s south.
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APOD: 2026 October 5 – M104: The Sombrero Galaxy’s Tidal Streams
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 5 – M104:… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. M104: The […]
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Physicists who uncovered the first particle accelerator were honored with a Nobel Prize 75 years ago – their work shaped physics, medicine and even art research
Particle accelerators aren’t just for testing the Standard Model. They’re also used to diagnose and treat disease and study world history.
Source: Science + Tech – The Conversation. Read the original article.
Want to use AI to improve your work? Have it disagree with you
Prompting AI models to contradict your ideas can improve your thinking about a problem.
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Hunter-gatherer societies are often put on a pedestal as paragons of equality – but the reality is more complicated
Hunter-gatherers do not always seek total equality, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t egalitarian.
Source: Science + Tech – The Conversation. Read the original article.
NASA Astronaut Christina Koch to Join NFL Fans in Philadelphia
As part of NASA’s ongoing Inspiration Tour, NASA astronaut Christina Koch will highlight America’s strengths in space exploration and aeronautics innovation at the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams game in Philadelphia on Sunday, Oct. 4. A self-proclaimed Philadelphia sports fan, Koch is an explorer and engineer who spent a total of 338 days in […]
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APOD: 2026 October 3 – Selfie at Vera Rubin Ridge
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 3 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Selfie at Vera […]
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APOD: 2026 October 4 – Supernumerary Rainbows over New Jersey
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 4 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Supernumerary Rainbows over […]
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Mapping the Gaps in NASA’s Return to the Moon, featuring Richard Spolzino
«I want to be able to look at a rocket launch and say, ‘I touched a piece of this.’» That’s how Richard Spolzino describes the thing he’s chasing. Not a title, not a specific mission, not even NASA itself, just the ability to point at something real and know his work made it possible. At […]
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Curiosity Blog, Sols 5022-5028: Cashing in at Cache Creek
Written by Lucy Thompson, Senior Research Scientist, University of New Brunswick, Canada Earth planning date: Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 Before we landed, the area of Gale crater that we planned to explore was divided up into rectangular parcels with designated names. The names were chosen after small towns associated with significant geological features. Our selected […]
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