Thursday 2 November 2017

Study unveils changes in the brain during extended missions in space

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A neuroradiologist conducted a study titled 'Effects of Spaceflight on Astronaut Brain Structure as Indicated on MRI,' the results of which will be featured in the Nov. 2 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
via Science Daily
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Transformation of graphite into hexagonal diamond documented

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A team of researchers has for the first time observed and recorded the creation of hexagonal diamond under shock compression, revealing crucial details about how it is formed. The discovery could help planetary scientists use the presence of hexagonal diamond at meteorite craters to estimate the severity of impacts.
via Science Daily

Hubble Sees Nearby Asteroids Photobombing Distant Galaxies

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Photobombing asteroids from our solar system have snuck their way into this deep image of the universe taken by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. These asteroids reside roughly 160 million miles from Earth, yet they’ve horned their way into this picture of thousands of galaxies scattered across space and time at inconceivably farther distances.
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Atmospheric beacons guide NASA scientists in search for life

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New NASA research proposes a novel approach to sniffing out exoplanet atmospheres. It takes advantage of frequent stellar storms from cool, young dwarf stars to highlight signs of possible life.
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Hubble Sees Nearby Asteroids Photobombing Distant Galaxies


Asteroid Trails Streak Across This Deep-Space View of Thousands of Galaxies

Photobombing asteroids from our solar system have snuck their way into this deep image of the universe taken by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. These asteroids are right around the corner in astronomical terms, residing roughly 160 million miles from Earth. Yet they’ve horned their way into this picture of thousands of galaxies scattered across space and time at inconceivably farther distances.


via Hubble - News feed
http://hubblesite.org/news_release/news/2017-33

Launch your design with Cheops

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ESA is offering graphic designers and artists a unique opportunity to feature their work on the rocket carrying the Cheops satellite.


via ESA Space Science
http://www.esa.int/Our_Activities/Space_Science/Launch_your_design_with_Cheops