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Scientists grew chickpeas in simulated lunar soil

The study represents a major leap in understanding how food could be produced on the lunar surface

The next step in Artificial Intelligence: Can an AI model be conscious, “feel,” “live”? Even experts admit they don’t know

The discussion has intensified around the Claude chatbot developed by Anthropic, with users and creators debating whether it is “alive.” The company says “no,” but leaves open the possibility that it may have - or could develop - some form of “consciousness”

“One step from disaster”: the hard-hitting NASA report on the adventure of astronauts Wilmore and Williams

The two astronauts were supposed to stay in space for ten days, but ended up staying nine months - NASA investigation equates the 2024 incident with the Challenger and Columbia tragedies, as the Starliner capsules "were not ready" for a manned mission

Scientists have created compounds with anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties from E.coli bacteria

Previous attempts at microbial production of the key compound, orseline acid, had yielded disappointingly low amounts

What qualities does a good astronaut have for the mission to the Moon? The requirements of NASA

What people the US space agency is looking for

Research reveals that the inhabitants of Messa Mani constitute a unique genetic “island” in Europe

The area south of Areopoli, with its rugged mountains, stunning coastlines, and famous stone towers, has periodically fascinated prominent travelers, historians and writers

How old are your lungs? The simple at-home test that gives the answer

What a new large study reveals about respiratory function over time – How to check your lungs yourself at home

Research: The BBC’s “first Black Briton” from the Roman era was ultimately…white and originated from southern England

A new DNA analysis concludes that the woman presented by the BBC as “the first Black Briton” had local genetic origins from southern England, with blonde hair and light-colored eyes

Voyager 1 ready to make history again: in 2026 it will reach a distance of “one light-day” from Earth

Voyager 1, together with its twin spacecraft Voyager 2, will celebrate their 50th “birthdays” in 2027, having made history in space exploration

The WHO presented for the first time guidelines on infertility

It is a problem that affects millions of people around the world and has been neglected for too long - "One in six people worldwide will experience infertility in their lifetime"

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