Quantum Breakthroughs, Neanderthal Innovations, and Fungal Highways
Explore the latest scientific breakthroughs as physicists capture images of 'free-range' atoms, revealing new insights into quantum mechanics. Discover how Neanderthals independently invented bone-tipped spears, challenging previous assumptions about their technological capabilities. Plus, learn about the discovery of fungal spores surviving in the stratosphere, potentially impacting global agriculture and health. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.
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Soviet Spacecraft’s Earthbound Journey and Ancient Mammal Discovery
Explore the unexpected return of the Soviet-era Kosmos 482 spacecraft, set to reenter Earth's atmosphere in May 2025, and the groundbreaking discovery of a 90-million-year-old mammal fossil in Mongolia's Gobi Desert. Plus, delve into the latest astronomical findings on massive star formation using the Very Large Array. Join us for these captivating stories and more on Simply News Radio.
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12:56
Space Debris, Plastic Detection, and Solar Revelations
Explore the impending Earth return of Soviet-era spacecraft Kosmos 482, a groundbreaking 3D-printed device for detecting nano and microplastics, and the Inouye Solar Telescope's unprecedented images of sunspots using its new Visible Tunable Filter.
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Revolutionary Advances: Gut Bacteria Detox, Plastic Detection, and Solar Imaging
Explore groundbreaking scientific advancements: engineered gut bacteria that detoxify methylmercury, a 3D-printed device for detecting nano and microplastics, and the Inouye Solar Telescope's first images of the Sun using the Advanced Visible Tunable Filter. Discover the potential impacts on health, environmental monitoring, and solar research.
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New Stem Cell Discovery, Cosmic Gas Cloud, and Canine Genetics Unveiled
Explore the latest scientific breakthroughs: a new stem cell type linked to belly fat in aging, the discovery of a massive interstellar gas cloud near Earth, and the genetic secrets behind herding skills in border collies. Join us as we delve into these fascinating studies and their potential implications for health, astronomy, and animal behavior.
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