Researchers discover humpback whales producing bubble rings during friendly encounters with humans, suggesting a form of playful communication. These unique behaviors offer insights into nonhuman creativity and curiosity.
A new study challenges previous claims of life signs on K2-18b, revealing complexities in the search for extraterrestrial biosignatures. Discover the ongoing scientific debate and what it means for future explorations.
Scientists unveil a revolutionary framework to identify potential life-supporting environments beyond Earth, leveraging advanced telescopes and modeling techniques to decode biosignatures.
Three years ago, a daring research crew discovered Jøtul, the first hydrothermal vent field in the Arctic, revealing new insights into marine life and climate change amidst extreme conditions.
A groundbreaking study reveals that dolphins and orcas have crossed a critical evolutionary threshold, making a return to land impossible. Their specialized adaptations for marine life pose significant risks amid climate change.
Discover the surprising link between our teeth sensitivity and ancient jawless fish. Yara Haridy's groundbreaking research reveals how evolutionary history shapes our biology today!
Scientists are analyzing the bizarre smells of space, revealing that planets like Jupiter might smell like cat urine and rotten eggs. What can these cosmic aromas tell us about the universe and the possibility of life beyond Earth?
A groundbreaking discovery on China's Tiangong space station reveals a new rod-shaped bacterium named Nialla tiangongensis. Researchers are intrigued by its origins and implications for life beyond Earth.
A new study reveals that dozens of extremophile bacteria were discovered in a NASA clean room used for quarantining the Phoenix Mars lander, raising questions about microbial survival in space and contamination risks.
A new strain of microbe, Niallia tiangongensis, has been discovered aboard China's Tiangong space station, highlighting its unique adaptations to space conditions and the importance of microbial studies for astronaut health.
