Scientists have come up with a new classification scheme for mountain belts that uses just a single number to describe whether the elevation of the mountain belt is controlled mainly by weathering an… [+2471 chars]
The new study published today in Science Advances proves it isn’t just albatrosses that perform the aerial acrobatics needed for dynamic soaring on the windy open ocean. The research shows that sleek… [+3064 chars]
While detecting a radio continuum of a spiral galaxy recognized as NGC 2082, Australian astronomers have found a mysterious bright and compact radio reference, which earned the designation- J054149.2… [+1264 chars]
EMIT is a state-of-the-art imaging spectrometer that will be aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to map the worlds mineral-dust sources, gather information about particle color and compositi… [+841 chars]
Gravitational-wave researchers from The University of Western Australia have directed the development of a new laser mode sensor with remarkable precision that will be wielded to study the interiors … [+1544 chars]
Research suggests a layer of concentrated haze that exists on both planets is thicker on Uranus than a similar layer on Neptune. The layer whitens Uranus' appearance more than Neptunes. If there were… [+3092 chars]
Small genetic changes enabled electric fish to evolve electric organs, according to a new study. The finding might also help scientists pinpoint genetic mutations behind some human diseases. Electr… [+3768 chars]
NASA has shared skywatching highlights for the month of June, which includes a planetary breakup, and a well-known star cluster, among others. For the past few months, skywatchers have been enjoying… [+1651 chars]
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Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists are enhancing the performance of polymer materials for next-generation lithium batteries. Credit: Adam Malin/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy New polymer materials… [+1861 chars]
This article was originally published at The Conversation. (opens in new tab) The publication contributed the article to Space.com's Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights. Andrew Coates (opens in new … [+6407 chars]
Feeling blue: The contrast between the colors of Uranus and Neptune is blurred. Now we may know why Neptune has a deeper blue color on the face than Uranus. It descends into the deep midst of a mist… [+4609 chars]
