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Space Exploration Apr 27, 2023

Sustainability in spaceā€”can you teach old satellites new tricks?

We've all heard that we should "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" to save the planet, but what about applying any of the "three R's" to space?

Space Exploration Apr 6, 2023

China tests a Stirling engine in orbit

The China National Space Agency (CNSA) has made considerable progress in recent years with the development of its Long March 5 (CZ-5) rocket and the completion of its Tiangong-3 space station. The agency also turned heads ...

Ecology Mar 6, 2023

Unique hybrid reefs deployed off Miami Beach

The first piece of a series of concrete structures was lowered into the water off the coast of Miami Beach on Wednesday morning, a massive crane on the deck of a floating barge hoisting the unit into the air and sinking it ...

Space Exploration Jan 24, 2023

NASA, Pentagon developing nuclear-powered rocket for Mars voyage

NASA is partnering with a Pentagon research agency to develop a nuclear-powered rocket engine in preparation for sending astronauts to Mars.

Environment Jan 10, 2023

Can hybrid reefs defend the coasts?

The U.S. military has an idea to save its seaside bases from some of their most relentless foes: flooding, erosion and storm surge.

Ecology Dec 12, 2022

New report serves as a guide to applying for funding for coral reef restoration projects

UC Santa Cruz has played a leading role in a multi-agency group working for the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force to provide guidance on the development of coral reef restoration proposals for federal hazard mitigation funding.

Space Exploration Nov 9, 2022

Engineers ready innovative robotic servicing of geosynchronous satellites payload for launch

Engineers at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory's (NRL) Naval Center for Space Technology (NCST) recently completed robotic payload component level testing for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Robotic ...

Quantum Physics Nov 1, 2022

What quantum technology means for Canada's future

Canada is a world leader in developing quantum technologies and is well-positioned to secure its place in the emerging quantum industry.

Biochemistry Sep 28, 2022

Scientists create 'non-psychedelic' compound with same anti-depressant effect

While illegal for recreational use, psychedelic drugs are showing great promise as treatments for severe depression and anxiety, as well as alcohol addiction and other conditions. Some advocates and scientists believe the ...

Plants & Animals Jun 21, 2022

Inexpensive method detects synthetic cannabinoids, banned pesticides

Scientists have modified proteins involved in plants' natural response to stress, making them the basis of innovative tests for multiple chemicals, including banned pesticides and deadly, synthetic cannabinoids.

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