Ancient hydraulic systems, essential to the survival and development of civilizations, fascinate with their complexity and resilience. A recent study, led by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and published in the journal Archaeometry, has uncovered rare cave pearl formations in the Ain Joweizeh Spring Tunnel near Jerusalem. These beads, incorporating archaeological artifacts such … Read more

Marine ecosystems are under increasing pressure due to the intensification of human activities, particularly fishing and maritime traffic. This is particularly evident in key regions like the Gulf of St. Lawrence, one of the most important feeding grounds for fin and humpback whales. These anthropogenic pressures lead to injuries and changes in the physical condition … Read more

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide. Most of these diseases are preventable by addressing certain lifestyle risk factors. Food is one of them. But to what extent does sugar consumption contribute to cardiovascular risk? A team of Swedish researchers looked into the question. They found that the effect of added sugars on … Read more

In the morning, before leaving for work, on the lunch break or just after work, some people like to exercise. This is not the case for everyone. Question of feasibility or desire. However, a recent study published on December 10, 2024 in the journal International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity highlights the fact … Read more

Here is a non-exhaustive list of discoveries which have revolutionized the knowledge acquired so far concerning certain given periods. The tomb of Joachim du Bellay Two lead sarcophagi found as part of the restoration work on Notre-Dame de Paris in 2022 were the subject of additional analyzes by specialists. According to specialists, one of these … Read more

Although this drone delivery technique is effective, the cost of delivering medicines is particularly high.

For the crows of Hawaii, or 'alalā, hope is reborn to be able to live again on the Pacific island. Disappeared in the wild in the territory of the fiftieth state of the United States, these birds, among the rarest on the planet, due to their number, could make a comeback. Conservation efforts undermined Until … Read more

The stars guide sailors, planes and spaceships. They could also be used for drones. A team of researchers from the University of South Australia has developed a new astronomical navigation system that allows drones to do without a GPS signal to fly at night. In an article published in the journal Dronesthe authors explain that … Read more

This is the very first “Chinese background atmospheric observation station established on the Antarctic continent”, as specified by the CMA. Continuous operational observations in Antarctica On Monday, December 3, 2024, China announced that the Zhongshan National Atmospheric Observation Station had started operation this week. As Reuters relays, this initiative “aims to support the global response … Read more

[Un article The Conversation écrit par Romain Gervalle – Chercheur associé en théories de la gravitation, Université de Tours ; Mikhail Volkov – professeur de physique, Université de Tours ] Einstein's theory of general relativity predicted the existence of black holes: regions in space-time where gravity is so intense that nothing, not even light, can escape. … Read more