Science

May 29, 2024

Innovative Process Allows Scientists To Grow Diamonds From Scratch in 15 Minutes

Around the world, diamonds continue to be in demand. After all, they are not only used as jewelry but they also have multiple uses in the automotive, mining, and acoustic equipment industries, among others. As an alternative to natural diamonds—a practice long attached to exploitation—lab-grown diamonds have emerged as an ethical and environmentally friendly option. But still, those processes take a long time and require specific conditions…until now.

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May 23, 2024

Professor Beats Incurable Brain Tumor Diagnosis Thanks to His Own Pioneering Treatment Against Cancer

Many doctors and academics work tirelessly to find a cure for many types of cancer. But for Richard Scolyer, his time devoted to oncologic medicine came back to save his own life. The Australian professor, who has done some revolutionary research on melanoma, was diagnosed with a form of incurable brain cancer known as glioblastoma. In a twist of fate, Scolyer applied his own findings to his treatment.

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May 21, 2024

Unexpected Meteor Lights Up the Sky in Portugal and Spain

When a meteor is set to enter Earth's atmosphere, scientists are typically prepared for it. But over the weekend, a fragment of a comet lit up the sky in Portugal and Spain, taking everyone by surprise. Caught on camera by the European Space Agency (ESA) and social media users, video footage shows a bright streak that lights up the night sky with a bluish-green color.

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