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Naturally Occurring Quasicrystals
Scientists have confirmed the existence of three types of naturally occurring quasicrystals, found in a meteorite and a lightning-formed rock, challenging previous assumptions.
The bird eye was pushed to an evolutionary extreme
New research reveals bird retinas operate without oxygen, using anaerobic glycolysis, challenging previous assumptions about eye metabolism.
UV/IR Cut Filters: When You Need Them (and When You Don’t)
A guide to UV/IR cut filters reveals when they enhance image clarity and when you might want to skip them—discover the secrets to optimal photography.
How an Australian Teen Team Is Making Radio Astronomy Affordable for Schools
A group of Australian teenagers has created a low-cost radio telescope kit, making radio astronomy accessible for schools and fostering STEM education.
Perseverance checks in from Mars with a selfie, the mounting pollution from satellite launches, and more science stories
NASA’s Perseverance rover captured its sixth selfie on Mars, while studies reveal satellite megaconstellation launches may impact Earth’s climate with soot pollution.
Fossils show millipede and centipede ancestors evolved legs underwater
Fossils from 437 million years ago reveal that early myriapod ancestors had legs suited for aquatic life before moving onto land.
Star Halos From Filters: the 5 Most Common Causes and Solutions
By understanding the top causes of star halos from filters, you can improve your astrophotography; discover the solutions that could save your shots.
More than sixty percent of the United States is experiencing drought conditions
More than 60% of the U.S. is experiencing drought, with significant impacts in the Southeast and Rocky Mountain regions, driven by an atypical La Niña.
Filter Wheel vs Filter Drawer: Choose the Right System for Your Workflow
Guiding your choice between filter wheel and filter drawer depends on your workflow needs, and understanding their differences is key to making the right decision.
