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The icy insides of Neptune revealed

August 23, 2017
Scientists from the University of Edinburgh have revealed the chemical make-up of Neptune’s mantle.

Efficient carbon conversion unlocked

August 15, 2017
Researchers in the US have found a new, more efficient method to create carbon-based fuels from carbon dioxide.

Graphene’s usefulness in space to be tested

August 7, 2017
Two experiments this autumn will test graphene’s viability for space applications.The first experiment will observe if graphene-based coatings can improve efficiency in loop heat pipes, found in satellite cooling systems....

Brightest galaxy discovered in far reaches of space

August 3, 2017
One of the brightest galaxies to date has been discovered by astronomers based in Spain. 

Could this be Planet Ten?

August 2, 2017
Scientists are hinting there’s a new planetary object based on the outskirts of our Solar System – distinct from the now famous Planet Nine.

New laser offers high-resolution imaging

July 25, 2017
By using the brightest ever laser, scientists have created unique X-ray pulses with the potential to generate extremely high-resolution imagery.

Graphene electrodes key to burgeoning electronic field

July 17, 2017
An international team of researchers have found a new way to tune the functionality of next-generation electronic devices – using graphene electrodes.

Supernova search reveals new molecules

July 13, 2017
Previously undetected molecules from a supernova have been discovered by researchers at Cardiff University.

Distant star shines light on Einstein theory

June 22, 2017
For the first time ever, scientists have measured the mass of a white dwarf by using the Hubble Telescope to observe how it deflects light from a background star.

Novel sustainable technique created for metal refinement

June 13, 2017
A new method has been developed to extract metals without requiring toxic solvents and reagents.

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