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Humans: Apex Predators and Energetic Marvels of Evolution
science1 year ago

Humans: Apex Predators and Energetic Marvels of Evolution

Astronomers have captured the first close-up image of a star outside the Milky Way, WOH G64, located in the Large Magellanic Cloud, revealing a dusty cocoon around it. Meanwhile, a Harvard study highlights humans' unique metabolic ability to maintain high activity levels due to efficient heat dissipation through sweating. Additionally, Virginia Tech researchers project significant climate impacts on the U.S. Southeast Atlantic coast by 2100, with up to 14 million people affected by sea level rise and related hazards.

Hubble Captures Dazzling 'Stellar Snowball' Explosion in Nearby Galaxy
science-and-technology2 years ago

Hubble Captures Dazzling 'Stellar Snowball' Explosion in Nearby Galaxy

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured a breathtaking image of a stellar explosion in the Large Magellanic Cloud, showcasing debris filaments that resemble cosmic fireworks. This observation underscores Hubble's significant contributions to astronomy since its launch in 1990, including over 1.5 million observations and aiding in the publication of more than 20,000 scientific papers. The Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way, serves as a key research location for understanding galactic formation and evolution.