Science and discoveries
Fascinating facts, innovations, and the latest discoveries in simple language.
The European Space Agency has launched a new satellite mission to monitor the carbon cycle.
The European Space Agency (ESA) has announced the start of preparations for a new satellite mission called CarbonSat-2. The mission's goal is to provide precise data on the Earth's carbon cycle by measuring the concentrations of carbon dioxide and methane with high resolution.
Bulgarian scientists are developing innovative nanotechnologies for precise cancer treatment.
An innovative system of biodegradable nanoparticles that deliver chemotherapeutic agents directly to tumor cells without damaging healthy tissues is being developed by a team from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. This technology has the potential to significantly reduce the side effects of cancer treatment.
Intellectual property in education: How to use generative AI safely and ethically
The European Union Intellectual Property Office publishes an interactive graphic that helps teachers and students understand how to interact with new generative AI technologies, such as ChatGPT, without infringing on copyrights. A free online course on the basics of intellectual property is also provided.
European Civic Science Award - presentation of awards in Brussels
Tomorrow, a special event will be held in the capital of the EU, where the winners of the "EU Prize for Citizen Science" competition will be announced. The initiative encourages projects that engage the general public in scientific research on social, cultural, and environmental topics.
Powerful solar activity warns of a possible geomagnetic storm
The Russian space observatory IKI RAN recorded an intense solar flare of class X1.2, which may lead to a geomagnetic storm and disruptions in technological systems on Earth in the coming days.
Europe introduces the world's most powerful supercomputer - JUPITER
The European supercomputer JUPITER, based on NVIDIA technologies, has been officially put into operation. Located in Germany, JUPITER is part of the European EuroHPC initiative and will be used for advanced research in areas such as climatology, medicine, and quantum physics.
Europe opens doors to global scientific talents with a new 500-million program
The European Commission has launched an ambitious initiative called "Choose Europe for Science", which will invest 500 million euros in attracting leading scientists from around the world, including the United States, in the context of declining funding for scientific institutions there. The program offers facilitated access to funding, fast visa procedures, and favorable tax and social regulations.
China has launched the country's first clinical trials of an innovative wireless brain-computer interface system.
China achieves a breakthrough in the field of brain-computer interfaces, conducting the country's first clinical trials of advanced wireless invasive technology. A patient with tetraplegia successfully controls electronic devices through thought control after a minimally invasive surgical procedure.
Patent Office temporarily suspends the acceptance of applications for Voucher 3 for SMEs
The Patent Office of Bulgaria and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) are temporarily suspending applications for Voucher 3, intended to support the patenting of SMEs, due to the exhaustion of funds. However, the opportunities for Vouchers 1, 2, and 4 remain open.
Sardinia is becoming a new space center of Italy
The Italian company OLM has received permission to begin suborbital rocket launches from the island of Sardinia in 2026. This is the first step towards building a full-fledged infrastructure for private space flights in the country.
A technical malfunction has postponed the historic flight of an international crew to the International Space Station.
The launch of the Ax-4 mission to the International Space Station, scheduled for June 11, was postponed due to a detected liquid oxygen leak in the Falcon 9 rocket of SpaceX. The company is working on resolving the issue and will announce a new launch date once the repairs are completed.
A fungus that survives in conditions mimicking Mars is changing astrobiology and the goals of missions to the Red Planet.
Scientists in Brazil have found that the fungus Rhinocladiella similis can survive in extreme conditions similar to those on Mars. The discovery is changing approaches in astrobiology and the goals of future Mars rover missions.
The sun falls into a deep sleep, but still hides surprises.
Scientists report that after its powerful eruptions, the Sun is now "absolutely boring". However, there is still a probability of magnetic storms related to the expansion of a coronal hole. Forecasts indicate that these risks will disappear completely by May 22, 2025.
Major Solar Flare Disrupts Communications — More Effects Expected This Week
A powerful X2.7-class solar flare has caused radio blackouts across parts of Europe and Asia, with further disruptions expected as solar activity intensifies.