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NASA Psyche will slingshot past Mars at extreme speed for rare metal asteroid mission

NASA Psyche will slingshot past Mars at extreme speed for rare metal asteroid mission

NASA’s Psyche spacecraft is making a high-speed practice swing past Mars to harness a gravity boost toward a rare metal asteroid. Named after the target, the robotic explorer will perform a slingshot at about 12,333 mph, snapping thousands of images along the way. The main rendezvous is planned for 2029, turning Mars flyby data into mission-critical prep.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Scientists finally explain what makes reinforced tires tough for 100 years

Scientists finally explain what makes reinforced tires tough for 100 years

A decades-old mystery about how reinforced rubber stays extraordinarily strong may be solved. Researchers at the University of South Florida used about 1,500 molecular simulations to show that carbon black particles stop rubber from thinning as it stretches, forcing the material to resist volume changes. That shift in behavior helps explain the toughness behind tires and other reinforced elastomers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Scientists unearth a 20 meter dinosaur in Argentina rewriting Jurassic migration and evolution

Scientists unearth a 20 meter dinosaur in Argentina rewriting Jurassic migration and evolution

Researchers in Argentina have uncovered a major sauropod fossil, Bicharracosaurus dionidei, dating back about 155 million years. At roughly 20 meters long, its distinctive bone structure suggests a biological link between South American and North American sauropods, offering fresh evidence for how these giants spread and evolved across the ancient southern supercontinent.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Why robins sing before sunrise the real reason starts in darkness

Why robins sing before sunrise the real reason starts in darkness

European robins and North American cousins often begin singing before sunrise. Scientists say it’s driven by a mix of biology and behavior, including the need to claim territory, attract mates, and communicate in low light. Robins also respond to light cues, including artificial sources, which can change their singing schedule and make dawn feel earlier than it is.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Zombie Worm revived after 24000 years exposing life that can freeze starve and clone itself

Zombie Worm revived after 24000 years exposing life that can freeze starve and clone itself

Scientists have revived a 24000 year old bdelloid rotifer from Siberian permafrost, a microscopic “zombie worm” that can withstand freezing, starvation, and even reproduce without a partner. The breakthrough underscores how resilient life can be in extreme conditions, while also raising new worries that thawing Arctic permafrost could awaken ancient microbes and mobilize stored carbon.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Scientists uncover a 200 km buried river channel under Prayagraj Sangam

Scientists uncover a 200 km buried river channel under Prayagraj Sangam

For centuries, the Prayagraj Sangam has symbolized the meeting of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the unseen mythical Saraswati. Now, researchers say they detected a massive buried river channel stretching about 200 km beneath the site. The physical evidence suggests there may indeed be a third river system under the confluence, reshaping how the legend is understood.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026

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Kitchen foil inspired aluminium compound could replace platinum and palladium in key industrial catalysts

Kitchen foil inspired aluminium compound could replace platinum and palladium in key industrial catalysts

Researchers from King’s College London and Trinity College Dublin say they’ve developed cyclotrialumane, a new aluminium compound that could act as a substitute for pricey platinum and palladium in industrial catalysts. Published in Nature Communications, the finding points to potentially cheaper, cleaner, and more sustainable manufacturing—if scaled beyond the lab.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
New fossils suggest T rex had scaly skin not full feathers overturning Jurassic Park

New fossils suggest T rex had scaly skin not full feathers overturning Jurassic Park

Fresh fossil evidence is reshaping how scientists picture the adult T rex. While some of its smaller relatives likely had filament-like coverings, new skin impressions from the neck, pelvis, and tail point to scales. Researchers argue the dinosaur’s massive body may have reduced the need for heavy insulation, like elephants, revealing a more complicated evolution than popular imagination.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Scientists pinpoint Stonehenge’s 25 ton stones source in Wiltshire West Woods and settle a long debate

Scientists pinpoint Stonehenge’s 25 ton stones source in Wiltshire West Woods and settle a long debate

New research traces most of Stonehenge’s massive sarsen stones to West Woods in Wiltshire, Britain. The finding suggests Neolithic people deliberately transported these 25 ton blocks across long distances, contradicting ideas that natural glacial movement shifted them. Researchers say the work points to extraordinary planning and coordination by prehistoric communities to build the iconic monument.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Scientists uncover how mosquitoes track your heat and zero in on humans faster

Scientists uncover how mosquitoes track your heat and zero in on humans faster

New research reveals that mosquitoes can detect human body heat using infrared signals, a “hidden sense” researchers previously struggled to explain. When this thermal detection is paired with CO2 and body odors, mosquitoes become dramatically better at finding hosts. The findings could reshape mosquito control as disease-carrying species expand into new regions, strengthening public health defenses.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026

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Ancient stardust in Antarctic ice reveals Earths past through exploded stars

Ancient stardust in Antarctic ice reveals Earths past through exploded stars

Scientists have identified ancient stardust trapped in Antarctic ice, traced back to exploded stars. The discovery turns the ice into a time capsule, recording how Earth moved through space clouds over thousands of years. Researchers say the embedded particles help map the structure of these distant cosmic regions, offering a new snapshot of Earth’s long, galaxy-wide journey.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Fossilized Pinacosaurus larynx shows dinosaurs could sound far more subtle than movie roars

Fossilized Pinacosaurus larynx shows dinosaurs could sound far more subtle than movie roars

A rare fossil find is rewriting how scientists think dinosaurs sounded. Researchers identified a fossilized larynx from Pinacosaurus, an ankylosaur, and found it carries bird-like features linked to complex vocal control. The discovery undermines the long-standing idea that dinosaurs roared loudly like cinematic monsters, suggesting more nuanced communication abilities instead.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Parthenon was never pure white scientists uncover traces of ancient paint on marble

Parthenon was never pure white scientists uncover traces of ancient paint on marble

New scientific testing is upending the iconic image of ancient Greece as spotless white marble. Researchers using infrared luminescence and X-ray fluorescence found hidden traces of pigments on Greek temples and statues, including the Parthenon. Confirmed by major institutions, the findings suggest classical art was vividly painted and call for a major rethink of how we interpret that era’s aesthetics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Pink rocks in Antarctica uncover a hidden granite giant beneath Pine Island Glacier

Pink rocks in Antarctica uncover a hidden granite giant beneath Pine Island Glacier

Bright pink granite boulders on Antarctica’s Hudson Mountains were the clue to something far larger beneath the ice. Using aerial gravity mapping and geology analysis, researchers found a massive granite formation about 100 kilometers wide and 7 kilometers deep under the Pine Island Glacier. The result could refine understanding of Antarctic geology and how this glacier influences sea level projections.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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Scientists map a giant freshwater lake under Utah’s Great Salt Lake and upend expectations for the basin

Scientists map a giant freshwater lake under Utah’s Great Salt Lake and upend expectations for the basin

A new study using airborne electromagnetics and satellite imagery reveals a vast underground freshwater system extending kilometers beneath Utah’s Great Salt Lake. The discovery challenges the belief that the basin’s extreme salinity dominates underground conditions. Researchers say the hidden water could reshape approaches to managing exposed sediment and related air pollution, but experts warn against careless pumping that could trigger unintended environmental effects.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Polish scientist’s tin slip sparked crystal breakthrough powering modern smartphone chips

Polish scientist’s tin slip sparked crystal breakthrough powering modern smartphone chips

In 1916, Polish scientist Jan Czochralski’s lab accident—dipping his pen into molten tin—helped inspire a breakthrough in crystal growth. His Czochralski method made it possible to create highly pure silicon crystals, a foundation for semiconductor manufacturing. That quiet advance now underpins the chips running smartphones, computers, and even vehicles, long after his own struggles.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Modi hails 1998 Pokhran tests as landmark science win on National Technology Day

Modi hails 1998 Pokhran tests as landmark science win on National Technology Day

On National Technology Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India’s scientific community and called the 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests a landmark moment that proved the country’s scientific excellence. In his message, Modi stressed that technology is a key pillar of a self-reliant India, powering innovation and supporting economic growth as the nation advances technologically.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 11 May 2026
Ancient star map hidden under reused pages for centuries finally decoded by scientists using X rays

Ancient star map hidden under reused pages for centuries finally decoded by scientists using X rays

Researchers used advanced X-ray imaging to uncover ancient astronomical fragments hidden beneath medieval writings, preserved only because older parchment was reused. The team believes the recovered pieces may connect to Hipparchus, shedding light on early efforts to systematically catalog the night sky. It is a rare snapshot of how ancient science survived by accident, then re-emerged through modern technology.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026

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T rex probably didnt roar like movies scientists say it used low resonant calls

T rex probably didnt roar like movies scientists say it used low resonant calls

Movies give T rex a roaring soundtrack, but scientists argue that fossil clues don’t match loud calls. Instead, they suggest it likely produced low-frequency, resonant sounds—something closer to certain modern animal vocalizations. By comparing T rex-like traits to living birds and crocodiles, researchers narrow down how this giant may have sounded, even if the exact “voice” is still unknown.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 May 2026
1938 Baghdad clay jar sparked battery claims but evidence says otherwise

1938 Baghdad clay jar sparked battery claims but evidence says otherwise

A clay pot found in 1938 near Baghdad, containing a copper cylinder and iron rod, ignited excitement about an “ancient battery.” Modern experiments show the setup can produce electricity, yet researchers say there’s no historical proof it was used for electrochemical power. The design may instead have been intended for a more ordinary storage or craft purpose.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
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