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Sayan Tribedi

Sayan Tribedi

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Sayan Tribedi is a freelance science journalist based in Kolkata, India, with a background in chemistry and bioinformatics. Drawing on research experience in protein–protein interactions, he writes accessible stories on science and research for general audience. When he’s not writing, he can be found practicing kickboxing or exploring films and the darker corners of anime and literature.

Articles by Sayan Tribedi

Science X / Forget the 11-year solar cycle, a single space storm can send a shockwave through your local forecast

The regular solar cycle is a mere climate murmur, but sudden geomagnetic jolts are a different story. These high-altitude outbursts appear to be hijacking the polar vortex to rewrite weather on the ground.

May 22, 2026
Science X / Your brain's inner AI has a wild side, explaining every trippy vision you could imagine

Imagine what would happen if the enigmas of the human brain could be unraveled through technologies developed to replicate its workings. Consider an experience involving spiraling fractal shapes, forming a kaleidoscope of ...

May 22, 2026
Science X / The first few weeks of fatherhood don't just change lives—they rapidly rewire men's brains in ways few expected

While motherhood's impact on the brain is well-studied, what happens to new fathers' minds has remained largely a mystery. Now, a new study reveals profound, unexpected changes in the paternal brain.

May 20, 2026
Science X / Seen from Mars, an interstellar visitor looks completely different and changes what astronomers thought they knew

Last fall, a Chinese spacecraft orbiting Mars captured images of a comet from another star system, offering scientists a fresh vantage on a rare visitor.

May 19, 2026
Science X / With fewer than 50 adults remaining, Rice's whales carry a secret record that could rewrite what survival looks like

Baleen plates serve as whale diaries, preserving years of hormonal data. A new study in the journal PLOS One shows that, with so few Rice's whales left, the hormones locked in those plates offer clues about the species' stress ...

May 15, 2026
Science X / Your brain has a shortcut for hard problems, and it starts by ignoring most of them

What's the best way to learn a puzzle or solve a problem? Consider a task where you must predict the weather from mysterious symbols. Should you try to interpret all the clues at once, or master them one by one? A new study ...

May 14, 2026
Science X / The ultimate viral stowaways: A Trojan Horse story

Forget hitchhiking; some tiny viruses are playing viral "Trojan Horse," literally sneaking inside other viruses to invade new species and even our brains. It's a microscopic masterclass in stealth infection.

May 13, 2026
Science X / Our ancient continents were built from sun-baked ocean leftovers, proving Earth was recycling long before it was cool

New isotopic evidence is rewriting the story of Earth's first continents. Imagine the planet nearly 3.8 billion years ago: a water world ringed by volcanic islands. How did solid continents arise in such an alien world?

May 12, 2026
Science X / Dinosaurs had company in the dark: Amber fossil reveals an ancient glow that lit Cretaceous nights

Forget what you thought you knew about fireflies. A remarkable discovery reveals their iconic glow was already lighting up the world when dinosaurs still roamed.

May 12, 2026
Science X / Think your gaze is steady? Think again. (And thank your wobbly eyes for sight)

Try to focus on one thing, and your eyes will keep moving around very slightly, even if you think you're holding them still. Such movements are called "fixational eye movements" (FEMs). Scientists have been trying to determine ...

May 9, 2026
Science X / Your body keeps two hidden clocks, and one may quietly control far more than sleep

The body's internal rhythms and our perception of time are deeply linked, shaping everything from sleep to overall health. Discover how sensing your inner self and balancing your past, present, and future could unlock better ...

May 7, 2026
Science X / Clean air, thinner clouds? A century-old pollution puzzle

Pre-industrial pollution from coal smoke and wood-burning in regions like the southeastern U.S. and UK may have made the air murkier than previously thought. This historical haze could significantly alter our understanding ...

May 6, 2026
Science X / Want better grades? Make a date with your calendar

It turns out that your planner isn't just for show. A huge analysis of thousands of students proves that meticulously scheduling your days can seriously boost your grades.

May 6, 2026
Science X / The root of the problem: Ancient trees may have grown their roots backwards

Secrets about how giant trees grew in reverse can be found in fossil imprints of their roots. Micro-CT scanning shows that the roots were growing tip-to-tail like shoots.

May 5, 2026
Science X / Is fasting the new anti-aging hack? For seniors, it's complicated

Think skipping meals is just for younger folks? Research suggests that when and how older adults eat can influence weight, heart health, and even cognitive function. There's a trade-off, though.

May 5, 2026