Top 10 Mind-Blowing Scientific Discoveries of 2024
Welcome to our exploration of the top scientific discoveries of 2024! Here are the top 10 mind-blowing scientific discoveries of 2024:
- AI-Augmented Scientific Discovery
Microsoft announced new AI capabilities called Generative Chemistry and Accelerated DFT to empower scientists and accelerate chemical discovery pipelines[6]. This represents a significant advancement in using AI to enhance scientific research. - Habitable Zone Super-Earth
Astronomers discovered a “super-Earth” planet called TOI-715 b orbiting within its star’s habitable zone, along with a possible Earth-sized companion planet[9]. This system is relatively close at 137 light-years away and could be a prime target for further study. - Breakthrough in Battery Technology
Scientists developed an anode-free sodium solid-state battery, bringing the prospect of economical, quick-charging, high-capacity vehicle batteries and grid storage closer to reality[10]. - Ancient Human Survival on the Tibetan Plateau
Bone remnants discovered in a Tibetan cave 3,280 meters above sea level suggest an ancient human group thrived there for around 160,000 years[10], much earlier than previously thought. - Molecular Atlas of Human Brain Vasculature
Researchers built the first-ever molecular atlas of the human brain vasculature at single-cell resolution, spanning from early development stages[10]. This provides unprecedented insights into brain structure and function. - Asteroid Detection Using AI and Old Data
Scientists used Google Cloud and AI to analyze archived sky images, discovering 27,500 new solar system bodies, including over 100 Near-Earth Asteroids[11]. This demonstrates the potential of AI and old data in planetary defense. - Gene Therapy for Muscular Dystrophy
The FDA approved gene therapy for children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a significant breakthrough in treating this debilitating genetic disorder[12]. - Evidence of Space-Time Warping
Scientists found evidence that the fabric of space and time gets warped by gravitational waves, confirming a key aspect of Einstein’s Theory of Relativity[12]. - Exo-Venus Discovery
Astronomers found Gliese 12 b, the nearest temperate Earth-size world to date, described as an “exo-Venus” with potentially habitable conditions, unlike our solar system’s Venus[13]. - Volcanic Super-Earth
Scientists discovered HD 104067, a terrestrial planet with extreme volcanic activity, described as “Io on steroids” about Jupiter’s volcanic moon[13].
Citations:
[1] https://www.cas.org/resources/cas-insights/scientific-breakthroughs-2024-emerging-trends-watch
[2] https://www.weforum.org/publications/top-10-emerging-technologies-2024/in-full/1-ai-for-scientific-discovery/
[3] https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/g46276278/top-science-moments-for-2024/
[4] https://www.israel21c.org/incredible-scientific-discoveries-made-in-2024/
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUfgOs1OHgE
[6] https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2024/06/18/empowering-every-scientist-with-ai-augmented-scientific-discovery/
[7] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_in_science
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4ys-bzspd8
[9] https://science.nasa.gov/universe/exoplanets/discovery-alert-a-super-earth-in-the-habitable-zone/
[10] https://www.sciencedaily.com/news/top/science/
[11] https://www.euronews.com/next/2024/05/01/scientists-using-google-cloud-discover-new-asteroids-that-could-wipe-out-entire-cities
[12] https://theweek.com/health-and-science/1019386/recent-scientific-breakthroughs
[13] https://mashable.com/article/planets-exoplanets-discovery-2024
[14] https://scientificdiscoveries.ars.usda.gov
[15] https://www.sciencenews.org/article/record-breaking-science-discovery-2023
