Sam's News — science — 2026-10-03¶
Space¶
7.5 NASA selects team to investigate potential lunar subsurface cave¶
NASA selected a Planetary Science Institute-led team to investigate whether a large subsurface cavity extends beyond an identified lunar pit opening, potentially suitable for future astronaut habitation. Lunar caves would provide natural protection from cosmic radiation, micrometeorites, and dust storms on long-duration missions.
- Investigating potential subsurface cave beyond lunar pit opening
- Aims to assess suitability for future astronaut habitation
- NASA identified 16 promising lunar formations from 15 years of satellite data
- Formations show persistent shadows despite strong solar illumination, suggesting underground cavities
- Sites include Mare Tranquillitatis (Apollo 11 site) and Mare Ingenii
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6 Artificial Gravity Solutions for Long-Duration Spaceflight¶
Scientists explore potential methods to create artificial gravity on spacecraft to mitigate severe health risks for astronauts in microgravity.
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Climate¶
6 California Coastal Waters Face Up to One-Foot Sea Level Rise¶
A large ocean wave will push sea levels up by as much as one foot along the California coast in coming days.
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Conservation¶
6 Investigation into Unusually High Baby Whale Deaths in Argentina¶
Scientists in Argentina are investigating a surge in baby whales washing up dead along the Patagonian coast.
Sources: Phys.org RSS
Science¶
6 Platinum surface chemistry modifications boost organic photocatalyst hydrogen production¶
EPFL researchers discovered how halides modify platinum surface chemistry in organic semiconductor photocatalysts, significantly improving solar hydrogen production efficiency.
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5 Researchers create free searchable database of all 50 states' local laws¶
Researchers compiled millions of scattered local regulations from across all 50 states into a free searchable database, covering ordinances, codes, and local rules.
Sources: Phys.org RSS
Health¶
5.5 Psilocybin Research Explores Treatment for Traumatic Brain Injury¶
Neuroscientists are investigating whether psilocybin psychedelics could fill a gap in treating mild head trauma and brain injuries.
Sources: Live Science RSS
AI¶
5 Smithsonian Uses AI to Connect American Revolution Artifacts¶
The Smithsonian Institution is leveraging artificial intelligence to link and contextualize artifacts from the American Revolution.
Sources: Phys.org RSS
Housing¶
4 Study: One-Third of Tenants Move Due to Apartment Renovations¶
A Chalmers University study finds that one in three municipal tenants in Gothenburg relocated due to renovation concerns, with many departing before construction began.
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