Rare Four-Stranded DNA Unraveled for the First Time

Medicine & Technology Jan 12, 2021

DNA can sometimes form a four quadruple-helix rather than the usual double helix. Scientists are looking into this rare quadruple-helix to find its connection to diseases, such as cancer.

Rare Mineral of Roman Concrete Found in Japanese Nuclear Power Plant

Jan 12, 2021

A rare mineral in roman concrete that allows it to stand the test of time has been found in a Japanese nuclear power plant's walls.

Brown Tree Snakes Developed "Lasso" Technique For Tree Climbing

Jan 12, 2021

Scientists reported a discovery that brown tree snakes climb wide trees by creating a lasso of themselves. It is the first time that wildlife experts have seen such behavior in the wild.

Oxford Scientists Convert Carbon Dioxide Into Carbon-Neutral Jet Fuel

Jan 12, 2021

A team of researchers from the University of Oxford converted carbon dioxide into carbon-neutral jet fuel. They are confident that this innovation will have a positive impact on sustainable aviation fuel.

Top 5 Winning Farm Ideas on Mars

Jan 11, 2021

Ideas are needed to create architectural innovations that would ensure food security for the future colony on Mars.

Cancer Cells Also Hibernate Like Bears to Survive Chemotherapy

Jan 11, 2021

Cancer cells have adapted hibernation, an ancient evolutionary survival mechanism, in which they transform into sluggish, slow dividing cells to evade the harsh chemotherapy.

E-Cigarette Vapor Can Trigger Gut Inflammation, New Research Suggests

Jan 11, 2021

A new study revealed that e-cigarette vapor alone could trigger gut inflammation and increases the risk for other serious health conditions.

Megalodon Babies Were 6-Feet-Long Due To In-Womb Cannibalism

Jan 11, 2021

A new study suggests that the megalodon babies could be as big as a basketball player, measuring up to six feet, and could have engaged in in-womb cannibalism.

Why Chasing Happiness Is Not a Good Idea

Jan 10, 2021

Several studies suggest that pursuing happiness may be counterproductive, making people more lonely and sad rather than happy.

Top Things to Consider Before Buying an Electric Car

Jan 10, 2021

Buying an electric car right now seems to be the trend. Here are the top things to consider to help you decide whether you should buy one or not.

SpaceX Kicked Off 2021 With First Launch This Year Sending Turksat 5A to Orbit

Jan 09, 2021

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket sent Turkey's Turksat 5A communication satellite to orbit on January 7, the first flight this year in what is believed to be a busy year for Elon Musk's company.

Tiny Wireless Device Could Be Answer to Obesity and Losing Weight

Jan 08, 2021

Researchers from Texas A&M University developed a tiny wireless device that could be the answer to fight obesity.

How to Quit Smoking This 2021? Science Has the Answer

Jan 08, 2021

Planning to quit smoking is among the popular New Year's resolution by many people. Here are some scientifically proven tips to successfully cut this bad habit.

New Gene-Editing Technology Repairs Mutation in Hutchinson– Gilford Progeria Syndrome

Jan 07, 2021

Scientists used this new gene-editing tool to repair mutations found in mice with the premature-aging syndrome progeria. It also brings promise to treat many genetic diseases.

6 Tips To Deal With Divorce Anxiety

Jan 07, 2021

Going through a divorce is a life-changing event that carries a lot of stress and anxiety. Here are six tips to cope with divorce and deal with it.