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Christopher Columbus? More like Chaim Columbus! Jewishness revealed

Persistent questions surrounding the identity of Christopher Columbus may finally have been solved, and let’s just say that we may want to start calling him Chaim instead.

The final frog-tier? Scientists find 7 new frog species, name them after Star Trek captains

Those names may not mean anything to the layperson, but diehard fans will recognize them as being references to some of the most famous characters in science fiction.

16/10/2024

Astronomers observe early galaxy growth with new NASA telescope

Before using NASA's JWST telescope, studying galaxy growth at such an early stage in the universe was impossible.

Scientists test limits with coral breeding to boost heat tolerance, study reveals

Newcastle University researchers lead an effort to enhance coral resilience against marine heatwaves, but caution that climate action is essential

Family of fallen soldier seek to file lawsuit over use of preserved sperm

A proposed bill would family of fallen soldiers the right to use their sperm, even without written consent from the deceased.

Online reviews by women are more positive than men's, new study finds

The researchers analyzed some 1.2 billion reviews spanning decades and geographical locations.

NASA launches spacecraft to gauge if Jupiter's moon Europa can host life

It is the largest spacecraft NASA has built for a planetary mission, at about 100 feet (30.5 meters) long and about 58 feet (17.6 meters) wide with its antennas and solar arrays fully deployed.

By REUTERS
14/10/2024

Nobel prize for medicine goes to US duo who discovered microRNA

Ruvkun, who is Jewish, is half of the duo whose findings advance scientific knowledge in diseases such as epilepsy.

07/10/2024

Could Israel's Technion significantly improve the quality of MRI scans?

The scanners, which cost millions of dollars apiece and are of vital importance in diagnostic medicine, provide non-invasive imaging that produces detailed, 3-D anatomical images.

Adams Fellowship Program empowers Israeli doctoral students amid global challenges

The Adams Fellowship Program awards grants to 16 Israeli doctoral students in STEM fields, reaffirming commitment to scientific excellence and innovation despite recent geopolitical tensions.

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