MIT scientists demonstrated that a single propellant can power both chemical and electric thrusters on small satellites potentially transforming the economics of satellite propulsion.
Month: June 2026
ISS Microgravity Science Glovebox Reaches 100000 Hours of Science Operations in Historic Milestone
The Microgravity Science Glovebox aboard the International Space Station reached 100000 hours of scientific operation since its installation in 2002 a milestone celebrated by NASA.
SpaceX CRS-34 Dragon Returns from ISS with One of Most Research-Packed Cargo Loads Ever Carried
NASA’s SpaceX CRS-34 Dragon spacecraft splashed down carrying one of the largest and most scientifically diverse cargo loads of research from the International Space Station.
Thousands of Unknown Food Chemicals in Diet Constitute Nutritional Dark Matter Researchers Say
Scientists are mapping thousands of bioactive food compounds beyond standard nutrition label nutrients that may profoundly influence disease risk and healthy ageing.
Scientists Take Major Step Toward Unlocking Limb Regeneration in Mammals Using Two-Stage Treatment
Researchers showed for the first time that a two-stage molecular treatment can redirect mammalian tissue toward regeneration suggesting the biological machinery still exists but is switched off.
Australian Native Bee Study Finds Stem-Nesting Species Most Vulnerable to Climate Change Heat
A comprehensive study of Australian native bee populations found that stem-nesting species have fewer ways to escape heat making them especially vulnerable to climate change.
Mayo Clinic Scientists Uncover Hidden Backup System in Kidneys for Water Conservation Function
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic discovered a previously unknown secondary mechanism in the kidneys for retaining water that operates independently of the hormone vasopressin.
Researchers Found 8 Common Food Additives Linked to High Blood Pressure and Heart Disease Risk
A major study of more than 112000 people identified eight specific food additives consistently associated with elevated blood pressure and increased cardiovascular disease risk.
Scientists Say Aging Brain Is Far More Capable of Growth and Improvement Than Previously Thought
A new study challenged long-held beliefs about cognitive decline in older age finding that the aging brain retains remarkable capacity for neuroplasticity and improvement.
Major Study Finds Common Dementia Risk Factors Have Far Stronger Impact Than Previously Known
A large-scale analysis of patient data found that well-known risk factors for dementia have a much stronger combined effect than earlier studies suggested.