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Scientists left 'Moon cement' outside the ISS for six months; it came back up to 35% stronger

24/07/2026
A pioneering development in space materials, the recently created 'Moon cement' derived from lunar and Martian simulants has shown exceptional durability, surviving for half a year outside the International Space Station unscathed. Remarkably, one formulation achieved a 35% boost in compressive strength over Earth-based counterparts, illuminating promising avenues for constructing habitats on the Moon utilizing local soil resources.

How Solar Impulse 2 became the first aircraft to complete a 40,000 km fuel-free journey around the world

24/07/2026
Solar Impulse 2 completed the first fuel-free flight around the world. The aircraft traveled approximately 40,000 kilometers using only solar energy. It relied on solar cells and onboard batteries to power electric motors. This mission demonstrated advanced engineering and renewable energy capabilities in aviation. The project inspired future developments in electric aircraft technology.

Scientists discover a surprising 'brain' hidden inside the heart

24/07/2026
A surprising new scientific study has revealed that the heart has a small network of neurons capable of controlling essential bodily functions. The research conducted at Yale University in US, was published in July 2026 in the scientific journal Cell. It revealed that this nervous system participates in regulating heartbeats and also protects the organ during physical or physiological stress situations.

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