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Catalytic dry reforming of methane (DRM) offers a promising strategy for the sustainable utilization of greenhouse gases, CH4 ...

A multilayered semiconductor acting as an optical sensor opens the way to miniaturized, adjunct spectrometers.

Learn to decode James Webb photos with this JWST image guide, offering clear space image explanation and beginner-friendly insights into stunning infrared telescope images.

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In Part 2 of his story, Benita Albert tells of astronomer Bob Benjamin's career, including teaching and now being a NASA consultant.

Snake-inspired thermal vision is moving from the lab toward devices that look a lot like everyday cameras and phones. By ...

In situ viscosity and temperature sensors are key to effective lubricant monitoring, driving smarter maintenance and ...

Launched in March, NASA's SPHEREx space telescope has completed its first infrared map of the entire sky in 102 colors.

A UK research team has developed a pioneering blood test that could change the way lung cancer is detected and monitored.

In 2025, astronomers sharpened their view of the planetary system around Proxima Centauri — the sun's closest stellar ...