It has been more than half a decade since the two fatal 737 MAX crashes that rocked Boeing to its core. The recent revelation that the aviation company violated a settlement agreement related to the disasters has sparked a fresh legal reckoning. Prosecutors found that Boeing failed to adhere to the terms of a 2021
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The manipulation of magnetization orientation in materials using intense laser pulses has been an area of great interest for scientists. Traditionally, such effects were achieved through thermal mechanisms, where the absorbed energy from the laser rapidly heated up the material, leading to magnetic perturbations. However, recent research by a team of scientists from the Max
Proteins are incredibly versatile molecules that play essential roles in the human body, from muscle contraction to digestion to immune responses. In the field of protein engineering, scientists often aim to improve the function of proteins, such as antibodies, by tweaking the amino acid sequences that form their structure. However, the vast number of possible
In a recent study published in Environmental Science & Technology, a team of researchers led by McGill University has developed a groundbreaking technology capable of detecting and deciphering nanoplastics in water in real-time. This innovative technology, referred to as “AI-Assisted Nano-DIHM,” has the ability to distinguish nanoplastics from other particles in water instantaneously, similar to
Recent data from the US has shed light on the prevalence of long COVID among American adults, revealing that approximately 6.9 percent of the population has experienced the lingering effects of the virus. This data not only quantifies the collective toll of long COVID but also highlights clear demographic differences among those affected. The statistics
The recent flybys of two large asteroids, 2024 MK and 2011 UL21, near our planet have provided scientists with valuable opportunities to study these celestial bodies. While neither asteroid posed a threat to Earth, they were within range of radar imaging systems, allowing NASA to capture detailed images. This presents a unique chance for researchers
Migraines are debilitating headaches that affect many people around the world, causing severe pain and other distressing symptoms. Researchers have been trying to understand where migraines originate in the brain and how they trigger pain and other symptoms like vomiting. By uncovering this information, new treatments could be developed to prevent migraines or alleviate the
The Antarctic ice sheets have been a major focus of scientific research in recent years due to the impact of global warming. A new study led by the Alfred Wegener Institute has shed light on the history of glaciation in Antarctica, challenging previous assumptions about the formation of permanent ice on the continent. Contrary to
The significant impact of carbon in the atmosphere on climate change has prompted researchers from McGill University to develop a new catalyst for converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into methane using copper nanoclusters. This innovative approach aims to produce a cleaner source of energy that does not contribute to the increase of CO2 emissions in the
The field of electronics is constantly evolving, with the demand for smaller, faster devices ever-increasing. However, one of the main challenges faced by researchers is the ability to analyze the materials used in these devices with a high level of precision. A recent breakthrough by physicists at Michigan State University has provided a new technique
The field of medicine and technology continues to evolve, with scientists in China uncovering the potential application of thermal facial imaging as a tool for monitoring healthy aging and detecting certain diseases. By examining the heat emitted from the nose, cheeks, and eye area, researchers have discovered patterns that may indicate an individual’s ‘biological clock’
Dark matter, an invisible substance that makes up approximately 80% of the matter in the universe, has long puzzled scientists. While its existence is inferred through the effects of its gravity, detecting dark matter has proven to be a challenging task. Despite numerous experiments and observations, dark matter continues to elude direct detection. Advancements in
Long COVID remains a debilitating illness that continues to impact individuals long after their initial COVID-19 infection. A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, CellSight Technologies, and Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center sheds light on the biological underpinnings of this persistent condition. Contrary to the misconception that
The new strain of the mpox virus is causing alarm as it spreads quickly along the eastern border of the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the World Health Organization, this strain is considered “the most dangerous yet”. The current outbreak has been primarily driven by sexual transmission, but there is evidence to suggest that
When we gaze at the Moon’s surface, we often focus on its grey, pockmarked complexion. However, if we were to turn a telescope towards our planet’s neighboring satellite, we would be able to observe bright patches blemishing its surface. These peculiar features, known as lunar swirls, have captured the curiosity of scientists since they were