Most simulations of our climate's future may be overly sensitive to Arctic ice melt as a cause of abrupt changes in ocean circulation, according to new research led by scientists at the University of… [+4370 chars]
There are many obstacles for a little rover exploring Mars to deal with, from steep hills to deep ravines to dust which can obscure solar panels or get into mechanical components. Now, the Curiosity … [+2108 chars]
Following is a summary of current science news briefs. Earliest-known galaxy offers clues about the primordial universe Astronomers have discovered what may be the earliest and most distant galaxy … [+1429 chars]
Robots suck at picking things up. Even in industrial settings, where picking robots are equipped with various types of grippers to handle objects, such as cans, on an assembly line, they can’t deciph… [+2380 chars]
Look up at the sky before sunrise Saturday (April 9) to see a trio of planets, twin stars and the moon entering its next phase. The planets Venus, Mars and Saturn appear close together in the sou… [+2753 chars]
Moon’s far side looks far different than Moon’s near side. The Moon’s near side consists of the lunar mare the vast, dark-colored remnants of ancient lava flows, whereas the far side of the Moon is v… [+3066 chars]
