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What is DAGGER Model?

April 4, 2023

Space weather, or the effects of solar activity on Earth’s magnetic environment, can have mild to severe impacts on various technologies and infrastructures, from power grids and communication systems to GPS navigation and satellite operations. That’s why NASA researchers have ..

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Proba-3 Mission – An Overview

April 3, 2023

The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission, consisting of two spacecrafts, will demonstrate precision formation flying in space. It is set to revolutionize scientific observation and space applications. Mission Overview Proba-3 is an ambitious mission that aims to form a ..

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Piezoelectric Effect in Liquids

April 1, 2023

The piezoelectric effect is a phenomenon whereby certain materials, such as quartz crystal, generate an electric current when subjected to mechanical stress. Recently, researchers have discovered that this effect can also occur in liquids, opening up a host of novel ..

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What is Mukupirna fortidentata?

April 1, 2023

Scientists in Australia have discovered evidence of a previously unknown ancient marsupial called Mukupirna fortidentata. This ancient species roamed the country around 25 million years ago. Researchers at Flinders University pieced together fossils of this long-extinct marsupial after finding it ..

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What is GRB 221009A?

April 1, 2023

In October 2022, astronomers recorded a pulse of gamma-ray radiation that could potentially overturn a decades-long theory of gamma-ray burst (GRB) jets. The radiation was captured by a joint observation involving several institutions, including the Center for Astrophysics, Harvard and ..

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What is Upward Lightning?

April 1, 2023

The phenomenon of upward lightning, also known as upward flashes, has long been a fascinating sight for scientists and observers alike. Recently, Brazilian researchers succeeded in capturing high-speed images of the event, showcasing a self-initiated lightning streak that develops from ..

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H3N8 and its Presence in China

March 31, 2023

Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral disease that affects birds but can also be transmitted to humans and other animals, including horses and dogs. There are several subtypes of the Influenza A virus that can cause ..

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Anchitheriomys buceei – Ancient Beaver Species

March 31, 2023

Researchers from the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin have discovered a new species of ancient beaver in the fossil collections of the university. The species has been named Anchitheriomys buceei after a popular Texas ..

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New Guinea Singing Dog

March 30, 2023

The New Guinea singing dog is also known as the New Guinea Highland dog. It is a dog species found in the New Guinea Highlands on the island of New Guinea. This breed is one of the few considered “barkless” ..

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What is chow-chow?

March 30, 2023

Chow-chow, also known as chayote, is a vegetable that belongs to the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae. It is not easily available in markets but is a popular ingredient in the cuisine of certain Indian states. In this article, we will explore ..

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