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- 1Trump administration halted work on US National Climate Assessment●'In April of last year, Donald Trump’s administration halted work on a climate science report that the United States had
In April of last year, Donald Trump's administration stopped work on the National Climate Assessment, a congressionally mandated climate science report the United States had been producing for more than two decades. The assessment is designed to give Americans a clear picture of how climate change affects the country. The suspension is drawing renewed criticism from scientists and science communicators concerned about public access to federal climate research.
- 2CERN and Mistral team up to build Flare AI model▼CERN and Mistral partner to build Flare, a new AI model for physics
CERN and French AI company Mistral have announced a partnership to build Flare, a new artificial intelligence model designed for physics research. The collaboration pairs Europe's particle physics laboratory with one of the continent's leading AI startups, and the project is being closely watched as a sign of AI's growing role in fundamental science.
- 3Student Rocket Project Puts Physics and Engineering to Work●Physics and Engineering Take Flight in Student Rocket Project
Students at Punahou School have launched a rocket project that puts classroom physics and engineering lessons into practice. The hands-on programme has students designing, building and flying their own rocket, turning theory into a real aerospace challenge. The school is highlighting the project as an example of applied science education.
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Garry Popov, an academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences and a developer of rocket engines, has died in Kazan at the age of 91. The news was reported by Business Online. Popov spent his career working on propulsion technology and was a prominent figure in Russia's rocket engine research community, with tributes and obituaries now circulating in Russian media.
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A creator called Reggie has published a piece applying real medical science to redesign goblin anatomy, reimagining the fantasy creature as if it were an actual organism. The approach treats mythical anatomy with clinical reasoning, examining how bones, organs and senses might plausibly work. The quirky blend of rigorous medicine and fantasy folklore has drawn a large audience and is being widely shared.
- 6NASA Awards Fund Research and Future Workforce Development▼NASA Awards Enable Research, Technology to Build Future Workforce
NASA has announced awards designed to support research and technology development while helping build the future workforce in science and engineering fields. The grants are aimed at enabling institutions and students to take part in NASA-related projects, strengthening the pipeline of talent for the aerospace and technology sectors.
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Tesla's rumored flying car concept is drawing scrutiny from physics-minded critics who argue the design faces fundamental aerodynamic and energy limitations. A widely shared science explainer breaks down why a flying vehicle of Tesla's size would struggle with lift, power demands, and battery constraints, sparking debate about whether such a vehicle is engineering reality or marketing hype.
- 8Vietnam Pushes Specialised Chip Development to Boost Semiconductor Industry●Viet Nam advances specialised chip development to strengthen semiconductor capabilities
Vietnam's Ministry of Science and Technology says the country is advancing the development of specialised chips as part of a broader effort to strengthen its semiconductor capabilities. The announcement positions Vietnam to move beyond assembly and testing toward higher-value chip design and manufacturing, aligning with the government's ambition to make the country a more significant player in the global semiconductor supply chain.
- 9Switch Bioworks and Bayer Team Up on Biological Nitrogen Fertilizer▼Switch Bioworks, Bayer Collaborate on Biological Nitrogen Fertilizer
Switch Bioworks and Bayer have announced a collaboration to develop a biological nitrogen fertilizer, an alternative designed to reduce reliance on synthetic nitrogen inputs in agriculture. The partnership pairs the biotech startup's microbial technology with Bayer's global crop-science reach. If successful, the product could cut fertilizer costs for farmers and lower agriculture's greenhouse gas emissions, though timelines and financial terms were not detailed.
- 1013-Year-Old Named America's Top Young Scientist for Ocean Acidification Invention▼13-Year-Old Raji Doshi Named America’s Top Young Scientist for Inventing an Algae-Aragonite Alkalinity System to Reduce CO2-Driven Ocean Acidification
Raji Doshi, a 13-year-old student, has been named America's Top Young Scientist after inventing an algae-aragonite alkalinity system designed to counter ocean acidification driven by carbon dioxide emissions. The system aims to boost ocean alkalinity, helping marine ecosystems withstand rising acidity. The award, presented through the national young scientist competition, is drawing attention to youth-led innovation in climate and ocean science.
- 11AI Model Decodes Molecules Transporters Carry Across Cell Membranes▼AI Model Decodes Which Molecules Transporters Carry Across Cell Membranes
A newly reported AI model can predict which molecules membrane transporters carry across cell membranes, a longstanding challenge in biology and drug development. The advance could help researchers understand how cells absorb nutrients and medicines, and accelerate the design of drugs that exploit transporter pathways. Coverage so far is limited, with the claim circulating mainly through science news outlets.
- 12AI speeds up design of next-generation biologic medicines▼How is AI helping scientists design the next generation of biologic medicines?
AstraZeneca is asking how artificial intelligence can help scientists design the next generation of biologic medicines, highlighting the company's use of AI tools in drug discovery and protein engineering. The discussion points to a broader shift in pharmaceutical research, where machine learning is being used to predict molecule behaviour, shorten development timelines and improve the chances that experimental biologic therapies succeed.
- 13Penn State series examines accessibility in physics animations▼Faculty Research Series explores accessibility in physics animations
Pennsylvania State University's Faculty Research Series is highlighting work on making physics animations more accessible. The project looks at how visual simulations used in physics teaching can be adapted for students with disabilities, and what design changes improve usability. The initiative reflects a broader push in higher education to make digital science learning materials inclusive for all students.
- 14Essay questions efficient algorithms and the Exponential Time Hypothesis●Efficient algorithms, the Exponential Time Hypothesis, and losing the plot
A new essay examines the Exponential Time Hypothesis and what it implies about the limits of efficient algorithms, arguing that theoretical computer science has, in the author's view, lost the plot. The piece is drawing attention among technically minded readers, who are debating its claims about complexity theory and the practical value of algorithmic optimality results.
- 15New Weighting Framework Aims to Improve Climate Model Accuracy▼New Weighting Framework Helps Climate Model Pick Its Best Physics Settings
Researchers have proposed a new weighting framework designed to help climate models identify their most reliable physics settings. The method reportedly improves how different model configurations are evaluated, allowing scientists to select the parameter settings that best reproduce observed climate behaviour. The announcement has drawn attention from climate science observers interested in refining model projections.
- 16New 3D thermal cloak hides objects from infrared cameras●New 3D thermal invisibility cloak makes objects disappear from infrared cameras
Researchers have developed a 3D thermal invisibility cloak that makes objects effectively invisible to infrared cameras by manipulating heat signatures. Unlike earlier flat or single-direction thermal cloaks, the new design works in three dimensions, concealing an object's thermal footprint from detection. The technology could have applications in thermal camouflage, military stealth, and controlling heat flow in electronics, though practical deployment remains distant.
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A science explainer is circulating that lists seven sounds that were never designed to be frightening but nonetheless unsettle listeners, from eerie natural phenomena to strange manufactured noises. The item breaks down the science behind why these sounds trigger unease, and audiences are sharing which examples they found the most disturbing.
- 18Digital concept art 'Hachi' shared for Shiptember●"Hachi" # shiptember # SciFi # SciFiArt # mastodon # mastoart # GraphicDesign # art # DigitalArt # ConceptArt # space
Italian artist Simone Alfarone has posted a new science fiction digital artwork titled 'Hachi', created around the Shiptember community challenge, which focuses on designing large fictional spacecraft. The piece is shared under concept art and space-themed tags and has drawn a small amount of early engagement. It forms part of ongoing sci-fi art activity from independent designers sharing ship concepts online.
- 19Choccolocco Park to Host Greenpower USA Electric Car Race▼Oxford's Choccolocco Park to Host Greenpower USA Electric Car Racing Competition November 6
Choccolocco Park in Oxford, Alabama, will host a Greenpower USA electric car racing competition on November 6. The event brings student teams together to race electric vehicles they design and build themselves, part of a programme aimed at promoting science, technology, engineering and maths education. Local interest centres on the park's growing role as a regional venue for educational and sporting events.
- 20AI-driven lab automates autonomous biomolecular experiments▼An AI-native experimental laboratory for autonomous biomolecular operations
Researchers have unveiled an AI-native experimental laboratory capable of running autonomous biomolecular operations, with the work published in Nature. The system uses artificial intelligence to design, execute and refine biological experiments with minimal human intervention, marking a step toward fully automated scientific discovery in molecular biology.
- 21Full Throttle, the 1995 LucasArts Adventure, Remembered●Full Throttle, released in 1995 Released for: PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, DOS Point-and-click; Puzzle; Adventure Scienc
Full Throttle, the 1995 point-and-click adventure game, is being highlighted again. Developed by LucasArts and released for DOS, PC and Mac, it blends science fiction, comedy and crime in a post-apocalyptic story about motorcycle gangs, told with dark humor and full voice acting. Fans praise it as a classic of the graphic adventure genre, noting its murder-mystery plot, puzzle design and single-player presentation.
- 22Diné builder shows how traditional hogans beat desert heat●🪵 WATCH: Diné farmer and builder Roberto Nutlouis constructs traditional # hogans using # wood and # earth to create pas
Diné farmer and builder Roberto Nutlouis is featured constructing traditional hogans from wood and earth, structures that act as passive thermal barriers against desert heat. In the PBS NOVA Knowledge Keepers segment, STEM instructor Dawnlei Ben uses infrared cameras to demonstrate how the design keeps interiors cool, highlighting Indigenous engineering knowledge.
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Japan has launched the world's first probe designed to collect samples from Phobos, a moon of Mars. The mission aims to bring material from the Martian satellite back to Earth for study, a milestone in planetary exploration. Japanese media and science outlets are covering the launch, noting its significance for understanding the origins of Mars and its moons.
- 24Scientists test building blocks for interstellar travel●🧪🔭⚙️ No starship is being built yet, but scientists are testing pieces of interstellar exploration: laser sails, fast pr
No starship is being built yet, but scientists are actively testing the pieces needed for interstellar exploration. Current research covers laser-propelled light sails, fast probes, fusion drive concepts, and deep-space missions designed to operate for decades. Space enthusiasts and science commentators are sharing the overview, highlighting how incremental technologies could one day enable travel to other stars.
- 25Artist shares sci-fi concept art of a 'things detector'●"Things detector" # scifi # SciFiArt # ConceptArt # MastoArt # mastodon # DigitalArt # GraphicDesign # art # space # spa
An artist has posted new digital concept art titled 'Things detector', depicting a science fiction spaceship, tagged with SciFiArt and ConceptArt hashtags. The piece is being shared with the space and digital art communities, drawing modest engagement so far. It joins a steady stream of original sci-fi and spaceship artwork circulating among illustrators and graphic designers online.
- 26Leto High School Opens New STEAM Lab for Tech Careers▼New STEAM lab at Leto High School opens doors to technology careers
Leto High School has opened a new STEAM lab designed to give students hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, arts and math. The facility is intended to prepare students for technology careers by providing modern equipment and practical learning opportunities that connect classroom lessons to real-world job skills.
- 27Virgin Galactic Unveils New Delta Class Space Plane●"Virgin Galactic unveils a new space plane with new name" by @ cosmiclog / @ alanboyle - # VirginGalactic 's new Delta C
Virgin Galactic has revealed its new Delta Class space plane, giving the vehicle a new name as the company moves forward with its next generation of suborbital spacecraft. The Delta C features an improved heat shield and design changes intended to allow easier maintenance access and a quicker turnaround between flights, key factors for increasing flight frequency. Coverage by science writer Alan Boyle highlights the upgrades, with space enthusiasts weighing in on whether the improvements go far enough for the company's commercial ambitions.
- 28Scientists Develop Framework for Recovery After Suicide Attempt▼Having COURAGE: Using Science to Develop a Framework for Healthy Recovery after a Suicide Attempt
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is highlighting a science-based framework called COURAGE, designed to guide healthy recovery after a suicide attempt. The initiative outlines how research can be used to support survivors in their healing process, drawing attention to post-attempt care and the importance of structured, evidence-based support for those at risk.
- 29Texas A&M Students Build Seafaring Robot for Ocean Research▼A Mission for Data: How TAMUG’s Student-Built Seafaring Robot Is Expanding Scientific Horizons
Students at Texas A&M University at Galveston have built a seafaring robot designed to collect scientific data at sea. The university highlights the project as an example of hands-on engineering education expanding scientific research capabilities. Details about the robot's missions and findings remain limited to the university's own announcement.
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NASA is drawing attention to the scientific work planned under its Artemis programme, the effort to return astronauts to the Moon and eventually travel on to Mars. The agency's Artemis campaigns are designed to carry instruments and experiments to the lunar surface, advancing research in lunar science and preparing for deeper human space exploration.
- 31Economist William Nordhaus, Nobel Winner on Climate, Dies▼William Nordhaus Dies; Nobel Winner Influenced Climate Policy.
William Nordhaus, the American economist who won the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for his work on the economics of climate change, has died, according to the New York Times. Nordhaus developed the DICE model linking economies and carbon emissions, shaping how governments priced carbon and designed climate policy over decades. He was a longtime Yale professor.
- 32London Bio-Innovation Week returns for second year▼Leading life science organizations collaborate for second London Bio-Innovation Week
Leading life science organizations are joining forces to stage the second London Bio-Innovation Week, an initiative aimed at showcasing the UK capital's biotech and life sciences sector. The collaboration brings together major industry bodies to promote innovation, investment and partnerships. Organisers say the event is designed to strengthen London's position as a global hub for life sciences research and commercial development.
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Auburn University held a Halloween-themed science event designed to bring science to life through a spooky evening of activities. The event combines seasonal fun with science education, offering visitors an engaging way to explore scientific ideas. Details about specific activities, attendees and outcomes have not been widely reported.
- 34Wake Forest convenes leaders to seek cleaner planet solutions▼Wake Forest brings science, business and education leaders together to find solutions for a cleaner planet.
Wake Forest University is bringing together leaders in science, business and education for a collaborative effort aimed at finding solutions for a cleaner planet. The gathering is designed to pool expertise across sectors to address environmental challenges. Details about participants, specific initiatives or outcomes have not yet been made public.
- 35Scientists weave 1D nanoribbons into synthetic 2D quantum materials▼Synthetic 2D quantum materials from atomic weaving of 1D nanoribbons
Researchers report in Nature a method for creating synthetic two-dimensional quantum materials by atomically weaving one-dimensional nanoribbons together. The approach opens a route to designed 2D lattices with tunable quantum properties, extending assembly beyond naturally occurring layered crystals. The work is drawing attention in the physics and materials science communities for its potential in quantum technologies and device engineering.
- 36World War II baby gas masks resurface online●World War II’s baby gas masks are as unnerving as you’d imagine https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.pops ci.com/technolog
A Popular Science piece revisits the baby gas masks issued in Britain during World War II, when authorities designed sealed, helmet-like respirators for infants too small to wear standard masks. Images of the strange-looking devices are being shared widely, with commenters calling them deeply unsettling. The items were part of civilian defense preparations during wartime air raid fears.
- 37NASA space telescope falls back to Earth after mission 11 times longer than planned▼A NASA space telescope plunged back to Earth after a mission that lasted 11 times longer than planned
A NASA space telescope has reentered Earth's atmosphere, ending a mission that ran roughly 11 times longer than its original planned lifetime. The observatory, sent up with a far shorter expected lifespan, kept returning scientific data for years beyond its design goals before its orbit decayed and it plunged back to Earth.
- 38Artist shares childhood drawing hidden in old comic book▼A childhood drawing I made in an old comic book of mine. I guess it was apparent at an early age that I was destined to
An artist and game designer has shared a childhood drawing made inside an old comic book, joking that it was clear from an early age they were destined to become a game designer. The pen-and-ink piece, tagged as science fiction and character design work, has drawn a warm reaction from readers online who enjoy the early glimpse of creative talent.
- 39Cargill unveils 'Beyond Nutrition' vision at SupplySide Global 2026▼SupplySide Global 2026: Cargill talks “Beyond Nutrition” as consumers “self author” their health
At SupplySide Global 2026, Cargill presented its 'Beyond Nutrition' concept, arguing that consumers are increasingly 'self-authoring' their health by actively designing personalised diets and wellness routines rather than following mainstream guidance. The ingredients giant says food and supplement makers must respond with more customised, science-backed solutions. Industry watchers are weighing what the shift means for product development and marketing.
- 40Augusta University Turns to AI in Software Engineering Teaching▼Advancing software engineering education with artificial intelligence
Augusta University is working to advance software engineering education with artificial intelligence, incorporating AI tools into how students learn to design, build and test software. The initiative reflects a wider effort among universities to adapt computing curricula to a landscape where AI increasingly assists coding work, and it is drawing attention from educators weighing how best to prepare graduates for AI-driven workplaces.