Science
How the world won’t be destroyed: NASA found a solution to a worrying problem
NASA proved for the first time that a small spacecraft can deflect an asteroid. The DART mission collided with Dimorphos, showing humanity can protect itself from cosmic disasters.
Asteroid the size of 59 Avi Loebs to pass Earth on Wednesday, Aug. 27 - NASA
A cosmic murder mystery: Scientists spot supernova of star violently stripped to the bone
New Israeli website gets down to the roots of nature’s medicine chest
Not just a pesky nuisance: Insect oil could revolutionize animals’ wellness
“The black soldier fly is proving that nature has plenty left to teach us,” prof. Betty Schwartz told The Jerusalem Post.
Asteroid the size of 3 T. rex dinosaurs to pass Earth Sunday - NASA
Asteroid 2025 PM is around the size of three Tyrannosaurus Rex dinosaurs. The asteroid won't hit the Earth, according to NASA calculations, and even if it did... life finds a way.
Israel's Dror-1 satellite reaches orbit 36,000 km. above Earth, begins mission
The satellite’s first orbiting of Earth will take only 30 hours. After that, it will slow down and orbit Earth five times over a period of two weeks.
Israeli scientists identify protein that could prevent painful food allergy disease
Researchers found that blocking the protein in experimental models either prevented the disease entirely or dramatically reduced its severity.
Beijing tests lunar lander tasked with putting first Chinese on the moon
The lunar lander will be used to transport astronauts between the lunar orbit and the moon's surface, as well as serving as a living space, power source, and data center.
Bacterial swirls inspire new ideas for swarm robotics, active matter, Israeli scientists say
“Each species has its own rhythm, its own average speed and turning frequency,” said Stevens. “And the greater the difference in these movement traits, the clearer the spatial separation became.”
Israeli-led breakthrough discovers way to boost immune system's cancer-fighting ability
This strategy is part of a growing trend in immunotherapy that focuses not just on guiding immune responses, but on upgrading the cells themselves — enhancing their efficiency from within.
Israel's science teams conclude olympiad season with record 26 medals
The Education Ministry and the Maimonides Fund's Future Scientists Center proudly announced the final tally as the last three teams of the season returned.
Chunk of Mars sells for $5.3 million at New York auction
NWA 16788 was discovered in Niger in Novermber 2023 and is approximately 70% larger than the next biggest piece of Mars ever found on Earth, according to Sotheby’s.
BGU's brilliant biologist is redefining the way we see insects
At Ben-Gurion University, Dr. Sofia Bouchebti is investigating the link between nutrition and social behavior in insects, and in the process, challenging our preconceptions.
Dr. Shimrit Maman tapped as first woman to chair Israel Space Agency
Dr. Shimrit Maman will be the first woman to chair the Israel Space Agency steering committee. Her appointment comes amid a spotlight on the strategic importance of space technology.
