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Microplastics in Clouds Hanging Atop Mount Fuji and Mount Oyama

October 11, 2023

The ingestion and inhalation of microplastics by both humans and animals have raised concerns. These particles have been found in human organs, including the lungs, brains, hearts, blood, placentas, and feces. While their toxicity is still under investigation, studies on ..

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Parker Solar Probe’s New Speed Record

October 11, 2023

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the fastest human-made object in history. During its 17th orbit around the sun, the probe reached a staggering speed of 635,266 kilometers (394,736 miles) per hour, surpassing its own record ..

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Coolant Leak Raises Concerns About Russian Segment of the International Space Station

October 10, 2023

The Russian segment of the International Space Station (ISS) has experienced its third coolant leak in less than a year, raising concerns about the reliability of Russia’s space program. Fortunately, officials have assured that the crew members on board the ..

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Hydrilla Found in Michigan for the First Time

October 9, 2023

Hydrilla, an invasive aquatic plant known for its rapid growth and harmful effects on ecosystems, has been found in Michigan, US, for the first time. This discovery was made by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) during ..

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ISRO Conducts Trajectory Correction Maneuver for Aditya L1 Mission

October 9, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced the successful execution of a Trajectory Correction Maneuver (TCM) for its Aditya L1 spacecraft. Aditya L1 is on a 110-day journey to reach the Sun-Earth Lagrangian point 1 (L1), marking one of ..

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Watermeal and Space Nutrition

October 9, 2023

Researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand are exploring the remarkable potential of watermeal, the world’s smallest flowering plant, as a source of nutrition and oxygen for astronauts. Conducted at the European Space Agency’s (ESA) ESTEC technical centre in the Netherlands, ..

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Miura-1 Rocket: Europe’s First Private Rocket Launch

October 9, 2023

Spanish aerospace company PLD Space has achieved a significant milestone by successfully launching its recoverable Miura-1 rocket. This achievement marks Europe’s first fully private rocket launch and offers a glimmer of hope for Europe’s space ambitions. The Miura-1 rocket, named ..

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NASA to Launch Psyche Mission

October 9, 2023

NASA is gearing up for an ambitious mission called Psyche, where a high-tech spacecraft will embark on a 2.2 billion mile journey to explore an asteroid known as 16 Psyche. This mission, scheduled for launch on October 12, holds immense ..

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Study Suggests HDL Cholesterol Levels May Impact Dementia Risk in Older Adults

October 6, 2023

A recent study published in Neurology has raised questions about the relationship between high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels and the risk of dementia in older adults. The research suggests that both high and low levels of HDL cholesterol may be ..

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Study Reveals Global Impact of Metal Mining Contamination on Floodplains

October 5, 2023

A study recently published in the journal Science estimates that approximately 23 million people worldwide live on floodplains contaminated by toxic waste from metal mining activity. The research utilized a global database of 185,000 metal mines and assessed the contamination’s ..

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