Scientists discover mysterious new class of cosmic objects in Chandra X-ray data
Using NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory, a new class of cosmic objects behaving unlike anything previously observed has been identified by scientists. The discovery may help resolve two long-standing questions in astrophysics, the researchers said.
» readNew maps reveal hidden landscapes inside a prehistoric supercontinent
By analyzing more than 25,000 volcanic rocks, a new study finds that Gondwana likely accounted for around 80 percent of total global land area around 500 million years ago. The analysis identifies
» readWarmth on Tibetan Plateau linked to heavy rain disasters in western US
A new link between atmospheric conditions over the Tibetan Plateau and extreme weather in the western United States has been identified by researchers for the first time. The findings were described as potentially lifesaving by the study's authors.
» readPink noise during sleep may enhance brain waste clearance, study finds
Listening to bursts of pink noise during sleep has been shown to increase fluid flow through the brain, potentially aiding in the removal of waste products linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
» readHow 2 US, European Satellites Are Studying Hurricanes During El Niño
Last November, NASA and its European partners launched the Sentinel-6B satellite to improve hurricane forecasts, help protect infrastructure, and benefit commercial industries, including shipping.
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