Research roundup: 7 cool science stories we almost missed
Summary
Scientists discovered a new type of space object called a "black hole star," which is much brighter than normal stars and contains a black hole surrounded by hydrogen gas. Researchers also developed a method to turn plastic bottles into edible cookies using microbes, which could be useful for space missions and reducing plastic waste.Key Facts
- Astronomers found a "black hole star" that is about 100 times the mass of the sun and shines 100 billion times brighter than a normal star.
- This black hole star is surrounded by a dense cloud of hydrogen gas and contains only hydrogen and helium, no other elements.
- The discovery helps explain how supermassive black holes formed early in the universe.
- Southern Illinois University scientists created a process to break down plastic bottles (PET) using microbes.
- These microbes convert plastic molecules into edible proteins, vitamins, and flavors.
- The breakthrough could provide food for astronauts on deep space missions or colonies on the Moon or Mars.
- The research was shared at the American Chemical Society meeting in Chicago.
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