Russian scientists have studied the lunar soil and discovered a microscopic particle of magnetite with traces of ancient volcanic gases. This was reported by the journal Nature Communication.The find ...

Longitudinal section of Moonshine (west) domain, showing Mineral Resource classification (green=Measured, cyan=Indicated, yellow=Inferred, red=unclassified), and drill hole intercepts (black traces).

Using the latest nanofabrication methods, physicists have discovered a surprising new electronic property in one of the earliest-known and most-studied magnetic minerals on Earth -- lodestone. Also ...

A fundamental problem that has long puzzled scientists has been solved after more than 70 years. An international team of researchers has discovered a subtle electronic effect in magnetite, the most ...

A new study from Lancaster University researchers reports on the presence of magnetic nanoparticles in the human brain, possibly stemming from air pollution. The ability of these particles to create ...

The hard, magnetic teeth of a leathery red-brown mollusk nicknamed “the wandering meatloaf” possess a rare mineral previously seen only in rocks. The mineral may help the mollusk — the giant Pacific ...

Tempest Minerals Ltd has entered into a binding agreement with Green Steel and Iron Pty Ltd (GISA) to facilitate the development of a green steel production facility in the Yalgoo region. As part of ...

Diesel fumes, like the ones emitted by trains, vehicles and industrial operations, are thought to be to blame for magnetite in the human brain. Stuart Wainstock (Flickr/Creative Commons) It may be ...