Science

October 12, 2024

Researchers Use Tiny Crochet Hats to Investigate Chronic Pain in Cats

At first glance, these cats in adorable crochet hats might seem silly, but they’re actually wearing them in the name of science. Researchers at the University of Montreal wanted to study how cats experience chronic pain by using electroencephalography (EEG) to measure their brain activity. However, the challenge came when trying to keep the electrodes in place on the heads of the 11 cats involved.

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September 27, 2024

Astrophotographer Travels 3,000 Miles to Photograph Saturn’s Lunar Occultation

Lunar occultations are exciting events for any astrophotographer, as the Moon appears to pass in front of a celestial body. They're particularly thrilling when a planet is involved, and that was reason enough for astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy to travel nearly 3,000 miles. McCarthy flew all the way to Hawaii to get the best position for photographing the recent lunar occultation of Saturn. McCarthy didn't go just anywhere in Hawaii, but to Mauna Kea.

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September 24, 2024

Glowing Frog on a Bioluminescent Mushroom Wins Science Photography Contest

Every year, Tasmania's Beaker Street Festival promotes science to the public through a series of events that also include a photography contest. The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize is a fascinating look at the world of science in Tasmania and the Southern Oceans. From scientists rehabilitating kelp forests to detailed looks at the flora and fauna found in the woods, the winners and finalists are a sight to behold.

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September 19, 2024

Earth Is Temporarily Getting a “Mini-Moon” That Will Orbit Our Planet for the Next Two Months

For most of the last 4 billion years, the lonely Moon has kept Earth company. But on rare occasions, our planet's gravitational has brought other celestial bodies into its orbit. This is exactly how Earth will gain a “mini-moon” in less than two weeks, when a tiny asteroid known as 2024 PT5 circles our planet for a little under two months.

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