The current rate of star formation at the Galactic Center appears to be lower than in the rest of the Galaxy. A new study led ...

Researchers are uncovering the origins of cosmic rays, linking them to mysterious cosmic accelerators called PeVatrons New research from astrophysicists at Michigan State University may bring scientis ...

Colorectal cancer is striking younger adults at alarming rates, driven by lifestyle and genetic factors. Colorectal cancer (CRC) develops when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the colon or rectum ...

By tweaking just two amino acids in the diet, researchers found a way to mimic the fat-burning effects of cold exposure. Shivering in the cold is hardly enjoyable, yet for some people, it carries an a ...

When this shock reaches the surface, it releases an enormous burst of energy. The star brightens dramatically, becoming visible as a supernova. For a short period, astronomers can study the initial ...

Blocking fatty ceramides could stop acute kidney injury—and possibly revolutionize mitochondrial disease treatment.

A new theory-based approach provides access to the minute transverse motion of quarks within protons. Nuclear physicists have developed a new theoretical framework that allows them to calculate a ...

A new graphene supercapacitor stores battery-level energy and recharges instantly, redefining fast power storage. Engineers ...

Hypersonic flight could turn marathon international trips into one-hour commutes, bringing science fiction closer to reality.

Astronomers have discovered that the iconic Pleiades cluster, long admired as the “Seven Sisters,” is only a small part of a ...

PET imaging has revealed the first evidence in humans of changes in brain chemistry among people who use both substances.

A new study uncovers how volatile-rich magmas propel diamond-bearing kimberlites from Earth’s depths. If you’ve ever admired a diamond, chances are it originated from a kimberlite. More than 70% of ...