Researchers have uncovered compelling evidence about the elusive structure of a high-pressure phase of solid nitrogen. Nitrogen makes up most of Earth’s atmosphere, but under intense pressure and low temperatures, it can form solid phases with unexpectedly complex structures. One of these phases, γ-N2, remained poorly understood for more than 50 years despite repeated experimental […]
Scientists Finally Solve a 50-Year Mystery Hidden in Solid Nitrogen
Researchers have uncovered compelling evidence about the elusive structure of a high-pressure phase of solid nitrogen. Nitrogen makes up most of Earth’s atmosphere, but under intense pressure and low temperatures, it can form solid phases with unexpectedly complex structures. One of these phases, γ-N2, remained poorly understood for more than 50 years despite repeated experimental […]
Scientists Finally Solve a 50-Year Mystery Hidden in Solid Nitrogen
Researchers have uncovered compelling evidence about the elusive structure of a high-pressure phase of solid nitrogen. Nitrogen makes up most of Earth’s atmosphere, but under intense pressure and low temperatures, it can form solid phases with unexpectedly complex structures. One of these phases, γ-N2, remained poorly understood for more than 50 years despite repeated experimental […]
Saturn’s Largest Moon May Hold the Resources for a Space Colony
Titan’s resources could one day make Saturn’s largest moon a major outpost for deep space exploration. Titan is one of the few places in the Solar System where the landscape can feel strangely familiar and completely alien at the same time. Saturn’s largest moon has weather, clouds, rain, lakes, and seas, but its cycle is […]
New Strategy Could Break Pancreatic Cancer’s Protective Shield
A newly identified inflammatory signaling target may help weaken the protective environment surrounding pancreatic tumors and make existing treatments more effective. Pancreatic tumors are not made up of cancer cells alone. They are surrounded by scar-like tissue, immune cells, and support cells that can shield the disease from treatment. A new study suggests that disrupting […]
New Strategy Could Break Pancreatic Cancer’s Protective Shield
A newly identified inflammatory signaling target may help weaken the protective environment surrounding pancreatic tumors and make existing treatments more effective. Pancreatic tumors are not made up of cancer cells alone. They are surrounded by scar-like tissue, immune cells, and support cells that can shield the disease from treatment. A new study suggests that disrupting […]
New Strategy Could Break Pancreatic Cancer’s Protective Shield
A newly identified inflammatory signaling target may help weaken the protective environment surrounding pancreatic tumors and make existing treatments more effective. Pancreatic tumors are not made up of cancer cells alone. They are surrounded by scar-like tissue, immune cells, and support cells that can shield the disease from treatment. A new study suggests that disrupting […]
Popular Childhood Drinks Linked to Higher Blood Pressure Later in Life
Not all sources of dietary sugar appear to affect cardiovascular health in the same way, and one common drink may be less harmless than many assume. A child’s everyday drink choices may leave a cardiovascular imprint that lasts for decades. A long-term study of more than 25,000 people found that frequent consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages […]
Rare Iridescent Optical Effect Discovered in a Famous Australian Frog
An endangered Australian frog has been hiding a remarkable visual trick in plain sight. Researchers at the University of Newcastle discovered that the green and golden bell frog (Ranoidea aurea) has iridescent skin on its inner thighs. As the frog or observer moves, the normally blue area can appear green, creating one of the clearest […]
Rare Iridescent Optical Effect Discovered in a Famous Australian Frog
An endangered Australian frog has been hiding a remarkable visual trick in plain sight. Researchers at the University of Newcastle discovered that the green and golden bell frog (Ranoidea aurea) has iridescent skin on its inner thighs. As the frog or observer moves, the normally blue area can appear green, creating one of the clearest […]