Early stages of star formation captured by James Webb telescope

Early stages of star formation captured by James Webb telescopeThe telescope’s mid-infrared capabilities allowed scientists to observe previously obscured details in faraway galaxies A team of researchers has been able to see inside faraway spiral galaxies for the first time to study how they formed and how they change over time, thanks to the powerful capabilities of the James Webb Space Telescope. Related Stories…

First-ever Canadian lunar rover will hunt for water ice on the moon

First-ever Canadian lunar rover will hunt for water ice on the moonDiscovering potential water sources could make extended moon missions possible The first-ever Canadian rover to set wheels on the moon is currently under construction for a mission set to launch as early as 2026. The rover will explore the moon’s south polar region in search of water ice in the lunar soil. Rovers are simply…

How exercise affects postmenopausal women

How exercise affects postmenopausal womenMarked improvement in endothelial function, which helps prevent plaque from building up in arteries Exercise has a beneficial effect on the lining of arteries in postmenopausal women, according to a recent review. When the cells lining the arteries are healthy, this could help prevent heart diseases such as coronary artery disease. Researchers analyzed data from…

Leisure and recreation resources are critical to health and well-being

Leisure and recreation resources are critical to health and well-beingResearch finds purpose in making the power of play accessible to all Recreational spaces such as parks, swimming pools, playgrounds and sports complexes are integral to a community’s overall health and well-being. Countless research papers and studies back this up. Unfortunately, there are often barriers to accessing these spaces that disproportionately affect marginalized populations. Josephine…

Research explores how fungi become drug-resistant

Research explores how fungi become drug-resistantAs resistance to antimicrobial drugs rises, understanding the mechanisms at play could help doctors treat patients Researchers are investigating how disease-causing fungi become resistant to antifungal drugs to help prevent potentially devastating consequences of the growing resistance harmful microbes are developing to drugs. “Antimicrobial drugs are fundamental for us to live healthy lives,” says Daniel…

‘Superdeep’ diamond deepens our understanding of plate tectonics

‘Superdeep’ diamond deepens our understanding of plate tectonicsProvides insights into the geological processes that form mountains, oceans and continents A unique combination of minerals trapped inside a “superdeep” diamond that originated hundreds of kilometres beneath the Earth’s surface sheds new light on plate tectonics, the geological processes that give rise to mountains, oceans and continents. One of the inclusions found in the…
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