Science and discoveries
Fascinating facts, innovations, and the latest discoveries in simple language.
Experimental drug reduces the risk of death in lung cancer by half
The drug gotistobart reduces mortality by 54% in patients with advanced lung cancer compared to chemotherapy, according to new data presented at a conference in Chicago.
Black mushroom from Chernobyl grows with radiation and can protect astronauts
The fungus Cladosporium sphaerospermum survives in the Chernobyl reactor, grows faster under radiation and could become a living shield for space missions, experiments on Earth and in orbit show.
he Mystery of the Brain: Five Epochs of Productivity and Decline—When Do We Unlock Our Genius and When Does Burnout Loom?
A major study from Cambridge University has identified five structural ages of the brain—key periods in life marked by different cognitive potentials, vulnerabilities, and modes of development
NIC 421 Sets Sail for Antarctica: Fourth Expedition
The research vessel "St. St. Cyril and Methodius" (NIC 421) begins its fourth expedition to Antarctica from Varna. The crew will reach the Bulgarian base on Livingston Island at the end of December.
Bulgaria Joins the Ell SST Space Initiative
The Council of Ministers has approved Bulgaria's joining of the Ell SST Partnership for space surveillance. This will strengthen cooperation and bolster the country's space capabilities, supporting the development of the Bulgarian space industry.
British and Australian scientists discover revolutionary antibiotic pre-methylenomycin C-lactone
Scientists have identified a new antibiotic, 100 times more effective than existing ones against MRSA and VRE. The discovery offers new hope against superbugs resistant to treatment.
Mysterious Object Enters the Solar System: New Discovery
A mysterious object, coming from interstellar space, enters the Solar System. Its behavior puzzles scientists, raising questions about its origin. The object is expected to pass by the Sun in 2026.
Bulgarian Scientist at ASHG 2025: Discovery in Genetics
Assoc. Prof. Nevena Ivanova from Bulgaria presented a significant scientific discovery at ASHG 2025 in Boston. The discovery concerns a new mutation in the FGF23 gene and a rare inherited disease, contributing to research on the human genome.
Support for Nuclear Fusion: Bulgarian Academy of Sciences Receives 10 Million BGN for Research
The Ministry of Innovation supports a project by the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences on nuclear fusion with 10 million BGN. The focus is on laser-induced fusion, promising a revolution in energy. An experiment at the Institute of Solid State Physics (ISSP) achieved success with femtosecond laser radiation.
Plastic "Hunters" from Peptides - A Revolution in the Fight Against Microplastics
Scientists have created peptide molecules that effectively capture and break down microplastics in water, promising an ecological revolution and real solutions for the planet.
Prof. Mekenyen from Burgas among the Most Influential Scientists in the World
Prof. Ovanes Mekenyen from the University of Burgas is in Stanford's ranking. He is among the top 2% of scientists with high publication activity in the field of mathematical chemistry and toxicology. His presence underscores a significant scientific contribution.
Artificial Intelligence in Diagnostics: A Revolution in Healthcare and New Standards of Precision
AI solutions accelerate diagnoses, increase screening accuracy, optimize resources, and enable proactive prevention in Bulgarian hospitals
Controlled Nuclear Fusion: A Bulgarian Breakthrough
Bulgarian scientists achieved a significant breakthrough in controlled nuclear fusion by measuring the ion temperature in the WEST tokamak. This discovery will revolutionize the modeling of physical processes and contribute to the development of future energy sources.
Listeriosis from Soft Cheese Spreads in Europe – Cases in France, Belgium, Denmark, and Norway
21 infected and 2 victims in France, individual cases in four other countries, the contaminated product has already been withdrawn from the market.
The Spectacular 'Planet Parade' Reaches Its Culmination on August 19 – What to Expect
Six planets and the Moon form a bright celestial spectacle – best visibility on August 19 and 20, with the next similar parade not until 2028