This week's science news contains hints of life on a distant planet, and information about a 'useless' female organ that isn't. (Image credit: Apperson, K.D. et al., 2017; A. Smith, N. Madhusudhan (University of Cambridge)) Jump to: “Useless” organ Little…
(Image credit: Getty Images) Jump to: Functionality Heart rate tracking Sleep tracking Conclusion Smart rings may look like an accessory, but you shouldn’t judge them by their looks alone. These tiny devices are equipped with advanced sensors and sophisticated software…
The plains viscacha, found in the vastness of South America, is distinguished by its pointed nose, stiff whiskers and two black stripes on its face. (Image credit: Cavan Images via Alamy) On the vast plains of South America, a plump…
The rate of expansion of the universe appears to vary depending on the objects used to measure it. A new model could resolve this discrepancy by suggesting that the universe rotates very, very slowly. (Image credit: Digital Art via Getty…
An illustration of a nova exploding after a white dwarf has sucked too much material from its more massive stellar partner. (Image credit: Gemini International Observatory Garlick, M. Zamani) Breakthrough observations of a repeating explosion in space, the repeating nova…
In the study, the researchers used an innovative method of visualising colour images to expand the range of human perception. (Image credit: blackdovfx via Getty Images) Researchers have created a method that allows the human eye to trick and perceive…