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Scientists Discover Superionic State of Matter at Earth's Inner Core
Researchers experimentally confirmed that Earth's inner core contains a superionic phase where carbon atoms move rapidly through solid iron, greatly reducing alloy stiffness and impacting the planet's magnetic field generation. This dynamic model shifts previous views on the inner core and may influence understanding of other rocky planets' interiors.
Major Breakthrough in Detecting Solar Neutrinos ('Ghost Particles')
For the first time, scientists observed solar neutrinos interacting with carbon-13 atoms underground, transforming them into nitrogen-13. This was achieved at Canada's SNOLAB facility, enabling rare solar neutrino event detection that sheds light on solar processes and neutrino physics.
James Webb Telescope Detects Giant Helium Cloud Evaporating from Exoplanet WASP-107b
The JWST observed extensive helium escaping from WASP-107b’s atmosphere, offering new insights into atmospheric escape mechanisms. Chemical analysis indicated water and various compounds, helping reconstruct the planet's migration and atmospheric evolution history.
Carvykti CAR-T Therapy Shows Long-term Remission in Deadly Blood Cancer
Carvykti, a novel immunotherapy for multiple myeloma, has demonstrated unprecedented survival and remission rates. The FDA-approved treatment retrains patients’ white blood cells to target cancer and represents a potential cure with ongoing research suggesting even better outcomes if used earlier.
New Sodium-Ion Battery Technology Demonstrates Cold Tolerance for Energy Storage
Pioneer Na's sodium-ion batteries overcome traditional lithium-ion limitations by functioning well in cold environments, signaling a shift toward diverse storage technologies using abundant raw materials for better grid resilience.
Vera C. Rubin Observatory to Map the Night Sky Like Never Before
This US-funded observatory will use the world's largest digital camera to create the most detailed, dynamic sky map, capturing billions of objects and fast-changing events. Its data will enhance understanding of dark matter, dark energy, and asteroid tracking.
Scientists Visualize Magnetic Switching Mechanisms in Antiferromagnetic Materials
Advanced imaging techniques revealed two distinct mechanisms by which magnetism can be switched in antiferromagnets, potentially impacting future magnetic memory and spintronic devices.
Gene FDX2 Reduction Identified to Help Cells Resist Damage
Researchers discovered that lowering the activity of the FDX2 gene enhances cellular survival under stress conditions, pointing toward novel approaches to combat cell damage in diseases.
AlphaFold 3 Pinpoints Overlooked Monkeypox Virus Protein for Antibody Targeting
Using AI-driven protein folding predictions, scientists identified a previously unrecognized monkeypox virus protein that antibodies latch onto, opening pathways for improved vaccines and treatments.
Earth's Kilauea Volcano Erupted with Giant Lava Fountains, Destroying Research Equipment
Hawai'i's Kilauea volcano, one of the world's most active, erupted spectacularly, consuming a USGS camera within the crater. This marked the 38th eruptive episode in its ongoing cycle started in late 2024, providing valuable insights into volcanic activity.