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Biggest since Big Bang: James Webb telescope unravels origin of 'BOAT'
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has uncovered a significant finding, pinpointing the origin of the most powerful cosmic explosion since the Big Bang, dubbed the "BOAT" or "brightest of all time." This gamma-ray burst (GRB) was initially spotted on October 9, 2022, emanating from 2.4 billion light-years away in the Sagitta constellation. Scientists, through meticulous investigation, have linked the BOAT to a massive supernova resulting from the collapse of a giant star.
How Nasa plans to tackle dust challenges on the Moon and Mars
Nasa is confronting a major hurdle in lunar and Martian exploration: the pervasive and abrasive nature of dust. The Moon's surface, covered in jagged, glassy regolith, and Martian dust posing a threat to various equipment and astronaut health, present significant challenges. In response, Nasa researchers are working on an inventive electrodynamic dust shield (EDS) aimed at maintaining extraterrestrial conditions.
Revealed: Mysterious red dots during total solar eclipse
During the extraordinary total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, spectators were treated to a breathtaking celestial phenomenon featuring striking ruby-colored prominences encircling the moon's shadow. Lisa Upton, a solar scientist in Colorado said, “There was a very impressive prominence visible during eclipse. Stunning to behold!! This was a magnificent eclipse for anyone who was fortunate enough to see totality.”
Will to resist temptations, achieve goals more trustworthy than using apps, study finds
A study by Columbia University reveals that relying on willpower over commitment strategies makes individuals more trustworthy. Commitment strategies, like apps, may raise doubts about a person's character. Over 2,800 participants evaluated goals using willpower or commitment strategies, with the latter judged less trustworthy. Public use of commitment strategies faces hesitance due to perceived weaknesses.
Researchers find ways to prevent idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
The most frequent type of pulmonary fibrosis scarring of the lungs is idiopathic, which means that the cause is unclear. Researchers are working quickly to develop treatments to prevent or reduce idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and associated lung disorders, which can cause severe shortness of breath, dry cough, and intense exhaustion.