This supernova event likely occurred in the Upper Centaurus Lupus association, a group of massive stars approximately 457 light-years away from Earth. The post Ionizing Radiation from Nearby Supernova Altered Virus Evolution 2.5 Million Years Ago appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.  This supernova event likely occurred in the Upper Centaurus Lupus association, a…

Social media influencers who are passionate about environmental causes can help the tourism industry inspire tourists to engage in pro-environmental behavior to help mitigate waste and pollution, according to a new study from researchers in the Penn State School of Hospitality Management. Social media influencers who are passionate about environmental causes can help the tourism industry…

Plasma arc cutting (PAC) is a thermal cutting technique widely used in manufacturing applications such as shipbuilding, aerospace, fabrication, nuclear plants decommissioning, construction industry, and the automotive industry. In this process, a jet of plasma or ionized gas is ejected at high speeds, which melts and subsequently removes unwanted parts of materials from electrically conductive…

One of nature’s most disliked creatures may very well unlock a breakthrough in disaster response. A multidisciplinary Purdue University research team is recreating mosquito antennae to better study their sensitivity to vibrations. Should the research prove fruitful, it could lead to improvements in monitoring and detecting natural disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis. One of nature’s…

Before Apollo astronauts set foot upon the moon, much remained unknown about the lunar surface. While most scientists believed the moon had a solid surface that would support astronauts and their landing craft, a few believed a deep layer of dust covered it that would swallow any visitors. Until 1964, no closeup photographs of the…

Findings from a study into the parenting journey of new dads reveals the complex range of emotions they feel as they adjust to their lives as fathers and supportive partners. Findings from a study into the parenting journey of new dads reveals the complex range of emotions they feel as they adjust to their lives as…