Top Science Breakthroughs: From Space Funding Recovery to Dinosaur Discovery

Science news includes funding recovery for space startups, discovery of a complete dinosaur specimen in the UK, finding of a mid-sized black hole in a galaxy, excavation of wealthy pre-Inca remains in Peru, successful trials of Europe's Ariane 6 rocket, Boeing Starliner's pending return mission, and Neuralink's brain chip stability.

Science news this week showcases a variety of breakthroughs and fascinating discoveries. Space startups are experiencing a financial revival, with $2.41 billion in global investments from April to June, indicating a positive trend for the third consecutive quarter, as reported by Seraphim Space.

In the UK, paleontologists have unearthed the most complete dinosaur fossil in a century on the Isle of Wight, a herbivorous species weighing around 900 kilogrammes. This significant find is expected to contribute greatly to our understanding of ancient ecosystems.

Astronomers are excited about a mid-sized black hole found in the remnants of a galaxy consumed by the Milky Way. The evidence comes from the peculiar movement of seven stars within the cluster, promising new insights into celestial phenomena.

In Peru, archaeologists have discovered remains of wealthy individuals from the Chimu civilization, shedding light on pre-Inca societies that thrived centuries ago. The artifacts found with the remains add to our knowledge of their cultural practices.

Despite a glitch in its debut, Europe's Ariane 6 rocket successfully completed a series of tests, marking the continent's significant return to space activities. This trial has reinstated Europe's independent access to space.

Boeing's Starliner capsule astronauts, currently aboard the International Space Station, have expressed confidence in their spacecraft's ability to return them home, despite ongoing thruster issues.

Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain chip venture, reported stable progress in their trial with the first human participant. The tiny wires of the implant, used on a paralyzed individual, have shown notable stability, marking a significant step in neurotechnology.

(With inputs from agencies.)