Articles by Alex Saltarin
Horror show: Hubble witnesses spiral galaxy ESO 137-001 in its death throes
Hubble has captured a new image showing a galaxy being ripped apart. The gutted galaxy ESO 137-001 lies 200 million light years away.
Climate change capturing heat in deep Antarctic ocean waters
Climate change may be causing heat to be trapped deep under the Antarctic Ocean. A new study shows that decreasing ocean surface salinity may be wreaking havoc on our oceans.
MQ1 black hole is mere 62 miles wide but boasts of 'huge jet power'
A diminutive, yet unusually powerful black hole has been found in the M83 galaxy. The super powered mini black hole is a mere 62 miles wide but packs a mean punch.
Awesome NASA photos of space a tribute to Oscar winner Gravity
NASA has released a stunning photo tribute for the smash hit “Gravity" before the Oscars awards night. The agency has brought out the big guns with a slew of beautiful images from space. NASA astronaut Cady Coleman, a crew member of Expedition 26, said she was pleased that Gravity movie showed "something that we actually do on the space station."
Science publishers scramble to remove over 100 computer-generated nonsense 'research' papers from archive
Science journal publishers have found more than a hundred research papers consisting of computer-generated gibberish on their archives. The nonsense papers were generated using an automatic CS paper generator.
Amazing Northern Lights aka Aurora Borealis light up the UK night sky
The Aurora Borealis, also known as the Norther Lights, treated UK residents to a rare treat. The beautiful light show appeared in the skies above certain parts of the UK.
Mars flyby looks less likely as NASA delays mission by 3 years, to 2021
Facing another round of delays, the target launch date for the proposed Mars mission has been set back by another three years. Instead of the planned 2018 launch date, the mission is now scheduled for 2021.
Pine tree smell influences climate change: Research
A new study has shown that the smell of pine trees can actually affect the weather in a good way. However, only real pine trees count, so don’t bother stocking up on Air Wick, Glade, Fabreze or other brands of air fresheners.
NASA-JAXA satellite successful launch heralds better weather predictions
NASA and JAXA are set to ramp up their weather measuring capabilities with the launch of a new satellite. The new satellite will be able to measure both rain and snow around the world.
Quantum droplet sends scientists in a tizzy...for 25 trillionth of a second
Physicists are getting excited about a quasiparticle called the Dropleton. The new quasiparticle has strangely exhibited behavior similar to a water drop.
Alcatraz reveals its darkest secret: Hidden military fortress beneath the prison
Researchers have stumbled across something mysterious in the already mysterious Alcatraz prison - an old military fortress tucked away beneath one of the country’s most well known prison facilities.
New York DEC relents, promises not to kill beautiful mute swans
The debate regarding the future of the wild mute swans in New York has swung once again in favor of the swans. The DEC has announced that it will revise its proposal in response to strong opposition from various groups and individuals.
SN 2014J supernova is closest, brightest and slightly wacky
Six weeks ago, scientists found a very bright supernova in a nearby galaxy. However, the type 1a supernova had a few surprises in store for the startled astronomers.
Stunning ISS photo reveals the dark side of North Korea
Astronauts onboard the International Space Station have taken a stunning image of North Korea from orbit. The image shows North Korea shrouded almost in complete darkness.
For just $5, name a crater on Mars after anyone you love...or you hate
Spending $5 dollars for a chance to name a crater on Mars seems like a great deal. And that’s exactly what the space fundraising company Uwingu is offering.
Life-sized 510-ft Noah's Ark project gets the sanction and money from Creation Museum
The same people who founded the controversial Creation Museum in Kentucky have announced that they have raised enough capital to build a life-sized replica of Noah’s Ark. Once completed, the ark will serve as an educational exhibit and theme park.
Coffee addicts be warned: Drought in Brazil may lead to shortage of your daily caffeine fix
A drought in Brazil may also bring about a coffee drought around the world. Analysts are worried about an upcoming shortage in supply.
Geoengineering has potential but also potentially a very bad idea
Geoengineering has been proposed as a good way to solve the problems of global warming. However, some experts say it could do more harm than good.
NASA technology helps California fight epic drought
NASA is preparing to bare its technological expertise in an effort to help California deal with drought. The scarcity of water resources in the state continues to alarm experts.
Cheese-loving mummies unearthed in China
Researchers working at an excavation site in China have found mummified remains of humans buried with clumps of cheese. For some people, their love of cheese may even transcend the barrier between life and death.
Egyptian Desert Breath spotted on Google Earth: Alien crop circles or what?
The real story behind the mysterious 'extraterrestrial' formation in the middle of the Egyptian desert has finally been told. The enigmatic yet beautiful site known as the Desert Breath has been baffling tourists since it was first found.
Fatal instinct: New marsupial species in Australia engage in intense sex that kills them
Scientists have discovered a new marsupial that engages in suicidal sex - males of the species have been discovered to die right after an intense sexual intercourse during the mating season. These extreme sexual encounters are said to last as long as 14 hours at a time. To put in perspective, sexual intercourse among human beings last anything between 3 minutes to 10 minutes.
Go easy on grilled meat if you don't want Alzheimer’s disease
Doctors have discovered that going easy on grilled meat may help reduce the risks of dementia. Scientists have found a possible relationship between the consumption of grilled meat and Alzheimer’s Disease.
FDA mulls giving green light to controversial 3-person embryo fertilization technique
Soon, children born with three biological parents may be a common sight. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently considering approving an embryo fertilization technique using DNA from 3 parents.
Are selfies linked to lice epidemic? Doctors debate
An increase in the incidence of lice in teens has many youths scratching their heads in confusion. Some lice-treatment experts are saying that selfies are to be blamed.
Mystery behind ancient whale graveyard discovery in Chilean highway finally solved
Scientists have found a mass graveyard for whales and other marine animals in the middle of a Chilean desert. They were amazed by the discovery and now have solved the mystery behind the mass die-offs.
Zircon crystal found in Australian sheep ranch is 4.4 bn years old. Yes, as old as Earth's crust
Scientists have identified the oldest known gem in the world, a fragment of Zircon from Australia. The Zircon crystal is older than life itself and was formed after the planet first cooled down billions of years ago.
California doctors stumped by mysterious polio-like infection that leaves children paralyzed
California health officials are racing to get to the bottom of a mysterious disease affecting the children. The disease causes polio-like symptoms, including paralysis of arms and legs.
Scientists discover cheaper way to make hydrogen fuel
Thanks to an interesting new development, people may soon be able to enjoy affordable hydrogen fuel to power their vehicles and other machines. Scientists have discovered a cheaper way of obtaining hydrogen from water by harnessing the power of the sun.
Orange level smog alert in Beijing triggers spike in sale of air purifiers
People of Beijing, China, fearing the effects of extreme levels of smog in the city, are rushing to buy air purifiers, resulting in a sudden shortage of stock.
