A new type of magnet designed by researchers at MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC) and Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has passed a series of rigorous tests, confirming its potential to…
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UW Researchers Crack the Code on Birth Defects: New Clues Offer Hope for Prevention
Cleft lip and palate, the most common craniofacial birth defects affecting thousands of newborns worldwide, might finally have a glimmer of hope for prevention. A groundbreaking study by the University of Wisconsin…
Long Covid Puzzle Partly Solved: Blood Protein Changes Might Be the Key
Scientists have peeked inside the mystery of Long Covid, a condition where some people suffer lingering symptoms after COVID-19. They looked at blood samples and found clues in the form of changed…
Astronomers find mysterious object in Milky Way
Deep in space, astronomers stumbled upon a puzzling sight: a heavyweight object hanging out with a fast-spinning star. This heavyweight isn’t your average celestial buddy, though. It’s heavier than any known star,…
Researchers Develop Promising Eco-Friendly Alternative to Cobalt in Batteries
Good news for green energy! We need lots of rechargeable batteries for things like phones, laptops, and electric cars. But the metal parts of these batteries can be hard to find and…