“The first author was a woman. She should be in the kitchen, not writing a paper: STEM publishing biases still punish women.
In this adaptation excerpt from “Not Just Boys: Why We Need More Women in Science,” physicist Athens Donald examines the role of bias towards women in science publishing and its prevalence that still exists among academia. When examining individuals, it may be thought that there are appropriate quantitative and objective metrics to be used. In […]
The Earth will spin much faster in the coming months – so fast, days will be shorter
The Earth is expected to rotate more rapidly in the coming weeks, and some of our days will be unusually shorter. On July 9th, July 22nd and August 5th, the position of the moon is expected to affect the rotation of the Earth, making daily 1.3-1.51 ms less than normal. A day on Earth is […]
Scientists burned new robotic skin that could “feel it all” and plunged in and sliced it
Scientists have developed a new type of electronic “skin” that allows robots to “feel” a variety of tactile sensations, including pork, production, temperature changes, and even stabbing sensations. The skin is made of electrically conductive gelatin-based materials that can be molded into different shapes. Equipped with a special type of electrode, the material can detect […]
What color is the moonlight – and why does it change the color?
Blue Moon, Blood Moon and Honey Moon have all been working on fiction and folklore, but the changing shades of the planet’s biggest satellite remain rooted in science. The moon does not produce its own light, instead reflecting the white light from the sun. So, what colour is the moonlight, and why does it change […]
What kind of smell did ancient Rome smell? bo, raw sewage for rotten corpses and raw sewage…
When people imagine ancient Rome – the roars of the crowds in the arena, the bustle of the Roman forum, the magnificent temples, the red Roman army with shining shields and armor – they often think of the sight and sound. However, I don’t know much about the aroma of ancient Romans. Of course, we […]
Back Moon 2025: How to Find One of the Lowest Full Moons of the Year – and the Farst from the Sun
The first full moon of the astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere is about to rise. Known as the Back Moon, it completely changed on Thursday, July 10th, making it one of the most drooping full moons of the year. The moon officially reaches its full stage at 4:38pm EDT on June 10th, but that […]
Mercury’s “missing” met stone may have finally been discovered on Earth
Most metstones that reach Earth come from the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. However, there are around 1,000 met stones that come from the moon and Mars. This is probably the result of an asteroid hitting its surface and ejecting material towards the planet. It should also be physically possible for such debris to […]
Bang! James Webb Telescope Catches Wild Galaxies with Bullet Cluster: Space Photo of the Week
What it is: Bullet Cluster Where it is: 3.7 billion light years from Earth, in Karina, the constellation of the constellation. When shared: June 30, 2025 You might like it Why is it so special: Galaxy Clusters act as magnifying lenses, shining light on the faintest and most distant objects, known as gravitational lenses. The […]
Why do giraffes have spots?
Giraffes are best known for their towering necks, but their beautiful, spotted coats are equally distinctive and important functions. So why do giraffes have spots? One reason is camouflage. Giraffe spots help to blend in with the surroundings. Irregular markings divide the animal’s contours, especially when sunlight filters through trees and shrubs. This makes it […]
Japanese Quail: A Bird with Strange Sperm Form, Struts After Sex, A Bird with Spots of Universe History
Simple facts Name: Japanese Quail (Coturnix japonica) Where it lives: Asian grasslands and pastures, especially China, India, Japan, Korea, and Russia. It can also be found in parts of Africa and Europe. Some groups are migratory birds. What it eats: grass seeds, small insects and other invertebrates. Japanese quail is a small relative of chickens […]