New study shows mysterious bursts of solar particles could destroy the ozone layer, showering Earth with radiation for years

Credit: Harrison Haines from Pexels The spectacular aurora at the beginning of May this year showed the power that solar storms can unleash as radiation, but every now and then the sun does something far more destructive. Known as “solar particle events,” these bursts of protons directly from the sun’s surface can shoot out like … Read more

Bionic leg makes walking faster and easier for amputees, evidence shows | Medical research

A brain-controlled bionic leg has allowed amputees to walk faster and navigate stairs and obstacles more easily in a ground-breaking trial. The device allows the user to bend, straighten and rotate the prosthetic leg using only their thoughts. This led to a more natural gait, improved stability on stairs and uneven terrain, and a 41% … Read more