Scientists identify contents of ancient Mayan medicine containers

[ad_1] Front and side view of a Muna type paneled flask (AD 750-900) with a distinctive serrated edge decoration. Credit: WSU Scientists have identified for the first time the presence of a tobacco-free plant in ancient Mayan medicine containers. Researchers at Washington State University have detected Mexican marigolds (Tagetes lucida) in residues taken from 14 … Read more

New videos show RNA like we’ve never seen it before

[ad_1] A new study led by Northwestern University is unraveling the mystery of how RNA molecules fold up to fit inside cells and perform specific functions. The findings could potentially break down a barrier to understanding and developing treatments for RNA-related diseases, including spinal muscular atrophy and possibly even the novel coronavirus. “RNA folding is … Read more

NASA shares video of SpaceX splash near Tampa Bay – WWSB

[ad_1] NASA shares video of SpaceX splash near Tampa BayWWSB Ground control for Space Wine: you are free to landTakeaway meals SpaceX Cargo Dragon Splashes Loaded With Science ExperimentsCleanTechnica Space Station Science Highlights: Week of January 11, 2021NASA NASA Astronaut Quotes Psalm 30 After Watching Sunrise: ‘Joy Comes In The Morning’Christianheadlines.com View full coverage on … Read more

Scientists identify contents of ancient Mayan medicine containers – HeritageDaily

[ad_1] Scientists have identified for the first time the presence of a tobacco-free plant in ancient Mayan medicine containers. Researchers at Washington State University have detected Mexican marigold (Tagetes lucida) in residue taken from 14 miniature Mayan ceramic vessels. Originally buried over 1,000 years ago in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, the ships also contain traces of … Read more

Saying Wolves Separated From Living Canids 5.7 Million Years Ago: Study Genetics, paleontology

[ad_1] Dreadful Wolves (The dog darkens) are considered one of the most common and widespread large carnivores in Pleistocene America, but relatively little is known about their evolution or extinction. Previous analyzes, based purely on morphology, had led scientists to believe that these long-extinct canids were closely related to modern gray wolves (Canis lupus). To … Read more

Huge NASA SLS rocket faces critical testing ahead of lunar mission

[ad_1] A critical firing test on Saturday of the four main engines powering the first stage of NASA’s gigantic lunar rocket in the space launch system is the last major hurdle before the expensive and often delayed launch of the fully assembled thruster later this year on an unmanned test flight. Bolted in place to … Read more

SpaceX Cargo Dragon Splashes Loaded With Science Experiments

[ad_1] Research Published on January 15, 2021 | by NASA January 15, 2021 by NASA The badge of the SpaceX CRS-21 mission that saw the enhanced Cargo Dragon supply ship automatically connect to the Harmony module’s international space-oriented docking adapter, a first for a US commercial cargo spacecraft. Originally posted on NASA.gov.By Mark Garcia SpaceX’s … Read more

I wanna float in the void of this car’s paint

[ad_1] Driving around a car that appears to be made from the fabric of space is now a bit more possible, as shown in this modified black paint that DipYourCar applied to a Mitsubishi Lancer. The resulting car, spotted by Gizmodo, absorbs 99.4% of light, but has speckled luminescent spots that make it look like … Read more

I wanna float in the void of this car’s paint

[ad_1] Driving around a car that appears to be made from the fabric of space is now a bit more possible, as shown in this modified black paint that DipYourCar applied to a Mitsubishi Lancer. The resulting car, spotted by Gizmodo, absorbs 99.4% of light, but has speckled luminescent spots that make it look like … Read more