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SpaceX Achieves Milestone with 30-Satellite Launch from California Base

SpaceX marked another successful mission in its space operations portfolio with the deployment of 30 satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The launch, part of the Bandwagon-2 mission, took place on Saturday at 6:34 a.m. EDT using the company's signature Falcon 9 rocket. In a......

Pioneering Moroccan Scientist Transforms National Meteorite Research

In the heart of Casablanca, where ancient astronomer Ibn Rushd once taught beneath starlit skies, Dr. Hasnaa Chennaoui has written a new chapter in Morocco's scientific legacy. As the country's first female meteoritics and planetary scientist, Chennaoui has not only revolutionized Morocco's......

Morocco and Spain Strengthen Scientific Ties with the Africa Canarias Challenge Research Program

In a significant move to advance cross-continental scientific collaboration, Morocco and Spain have deepened their partnership with the third edition of the Africa Canarias Challenge. This initiative aims to address critical challenges across Africa, focusing on water, energy, and health sectors. The......

NASA Delays US Moon Return Mission Until 2027 Due to Technical Challenges

NASA has announced a delay in its planned return mission to the Moon, pushing the timeline from 2026 to mid-2027. The delay is attributed to ongoing issues with the Orion crew capsule, specifically problems related to its heat shield and other technical complications. The Artemis program, initially......

NASA Astronaut Hospitalized Following Extended Space Mission

In a recent development, a NASA astronaut was transported to a hospital after returning from a nearly eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The incident occurred shortly after the astronaut, whose identity remains confidential for privacy reasons, splashed down off the coast......

 The Centenarian Phenomenon: Unraveling the Secrets of Exceptional Longevity

In an intriguing demographic shift, the world is witnessing an unprecedented rise in centenarians, with their numbers increasing by 8% annually, far outpacing the global population growth rate of 1%. This remarkable trend has captured the attention of researchers worldwide, who are discovering that the......

Canary Islands' I+D+i Delegation Embarks on African Scientific Journey

The President of the Canary Islands, Fernando Clavijo, is set to embark on a groundbreaking journey to Marrakech, accompanied by an unprecedented delegation of over 40 university doctors, entrepreneurs, startups, and knowledge centers. This mission, part of the 'Africa Canarias Challenge', aims......

Diamonds in the sky: A $200 trillion proposal to cool the climate

In a bold response to accelerating climate change, scientists are exploring an unprecedented atmospheric intervention: dispersing diamond dust into the sky. This ambitious proposal aims to reduce global temperatures by 1.6 degrees Celsius, though at a staggering cost of $200 trillion over 45 years. The......

Clavijo's Upcoming Visit to Morocco to Enhance Scientific Collaboration

The Government of the Canary Islands is poised to deepen its collaborative efforts with Morocco, as President Fernando Clavijo prepares for a significant visit this week. Announced by spokesperson Alfonso Cabello, the trip aims to bolster scientific, technological, and innovative partnerships between......

NASA's Europa Clipper Mission: Unveiling the Potential for Life on Jupiter's Icy Moon

NASA is set to launch the Europa Clipper spacecraft on a groundbreaking mission to explore Europa, one of Jupiter's moons, which is considered a prime candidate for harboring extraterrestrial life. Scheduled for liftoff from Cape Canaveral, Florida, aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, the mission......

Breakthroughs in Protein Research: 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to Pioneering Scientists

In a significant recognition of scientific achievement, the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper for their groundbreaking work on protein structure. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced this prestigious honor, which carries a monetary......

Nobel Prize Honours Groundbreaking AI Research by Princeton Physicist and British-Canadian Professor

Two esteemed professors, John J. Hopfield of Princeton University and Geoffrey E. Hinton of the University of Toronto, have been awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize in Physics for their pioneering research in artificial intelligence. This recognition highlights the profound impact of their work on the......

Solar Flares: The Unpredictable Fury of the Sun

The sun, our star, is not just a ball of fire; it is a dynamic entity with its own moods and behaviors. Like all stars, it undergoes nuclear reactions that produce immense energy, influencing our entire solar system. In May, a video vividly reminded us of this dynamic nature with spectacular solar activity.......