NASA completed the first maximum afterburner engine run test on its X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft on Dec. 12. The ground test, conducted at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works facility in Palmdale, California, marks a significant milestone as the X-59 team […]
A team of University of Ottawa researchers has developed innovative ways to enhance the frequency conversion of terahertz (THz) waves in graphene-based structures, revealing new potential for faster, more efficient technologies in wireless communications and signal processing. Is.
Digital Science is pleased to announce that global professional services firm Huron will integrate Dimensions Research Security into its suite of services to support clients in the research and higher education sectors.
Measuring distances in the universe is much more challenging than measuring distances on Earth. Is one brighter star closer to Earth than another star, or is it simply emitting more light? To make reliable distance measurements, scientists rely on objects
a satellite orbits a planet Shutterstock/Andrei Armiagov Over the past few years, undersea cables from the Baltic Sea to the Pacific Ocean have been severed in apparent acts of sabotage. Now a NATO-backed project has shown how to quickly reestablish
Sweet potato, or shakarkandi, is a winter favorite loved for its flavor and nutrition. From hearty snacks and main dishes to desserts, sweet potatoes can do it all. However, one common issue when cooking them is their tendency to become
India’s Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) has launched a blockchain-based campus currency called BIMCoin. The token is designed to facilitate secure and transparent transactions within the ecosystem of the institute for students, administrators and vendors. An official launch statement
In a joint experimental-theoretical work, a team of researchers including theorists from UC San Diego have shown for the first time that heat transfer in the form of infrared radiation can influence chemical reactions more strongly than traditional convection and
From dusty orchid seeds to giant double coconuts, variation in seed size is one of nature’s most striking features. Large seeds, such as those of oak trees, contain a wealth of resources needed to begin their growth. However, this abundance
A suite of NASA scientific investigations and technology demonstrations is on its way to our nearest celestial neighbor aboard a commercial spacecraft, where they will provide insights into the Moon’s environment and test technologies to support future astronauts landing safely
