Stephen Luntz

Stephen Luntz is a science journalist who has written for IFLScience and other publications. His work primarily focuses on space exploration, planetary science, and astronomy. He has a background in physics and journalism, and his articles are known for their accuracy, clarity, and engaging writing style. Through his reporting, Luntz aims to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a broad audience while maintaining the integrity of the research he covers.

Biography:  https://www.iflscience.com/one-half-of-nasas-twin-astronaut-study-is-running-for-the-senate-51527

57%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The author provides a balanced and accurate representation of the articles provided.
  • There are no instances of the author promoting their personal opinions or agendas in the articles.

Conflicts of Interest

0%

Examples:

  • The author does not have any financial or personal ties to the subjects they are writing about.
  • There are no instances of the author having conflicts of interest that would compromise their reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The author does not present any major contradictions in their reporting.
  • There are minor contradictions within one article regarding timelines and events, but they do not significantly impact the overall understanding of the content.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • The author does not present any significant instances of deception or misinformation.
  • The deceptions mentioned in some articles are not major and do not significantly impact the overall understanding of the content.

Recent Articles

New Discovery: Hydrogen Sulfide Detected in Exoplanet HD 189733b's Atmosphere

New Discovery: Hydrogen Sulfide Detected in Exoplanet HD 189733b's Atmosphere

Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 Scientists using data from the James Webb Space Telescope detected hydrogen sulfide in the atmosphere of exoplanet HD 189733b, located 64 light-years away. This discovery marks the first detection of this gas outside our solar system and sheds light on potential reservoirs of sulfur within planetary atmospheres. The JWST team analyzed infrared light emitted by the gas giant to identify trace amounts of hydrogen sulfide, which has significant implications for understanding exoplanet chemistry and physics.
Saving Frogs with DIY Heated Shelters: A Cost-Effective Solution to Fight Chytrid Fungus

Saving Frogs with DIY Heated Shelters: A Cost-Effective Solution to Fight Chytrid Fungus

Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Scientists discover that heated shelters, or 'frog saunas', can help endangered frog species fight off the deadly chytrid fungus and increase survival rates. Frogs preferring heated environments have lower infection rates and are more resistant to re-infection. This cost-effective technique could benefit other Australian amphibian species facing chytridiomycosis, but should not replace other conservation efforts.
New Discoveries Suggest Waves Shape Titan's Liquid Methane Seas and Lakes

New Discoveries Suggest Waves Shape Titan's Liquid Methane Seas and Lakes

Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 MIT researchers suggest waves are responsible for shaping Titan's large seas and lakes on Saturn's moon, based on simulations and comparison with Earth's erosion patterns. Discoveries from NASA's Cassini spacecraft reveal Titan, larger than Mercury, has a complex hydrocarbon cycle with liquid methane and ethane bodies shaped by waves similar to Earth's oceans.
New Discovery: Earth's Early Surface Hosted Fresh Water and Oceans, 4.4 Billion Years Ago

New Discovery: Earth's Early Surface Hosted Fresh Water and Oceans, 4.4 Billion Years Ago

Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024 Newly analyzed zircon crystals, 4.4 billion years old and found in Western Australia's Jack Hills, reveal Earth had both fresh water and oceans as early as 4 billion years ago. The crystals' light oxygen isotopic signatures indicate exposure to fresh water during formation, challenging the previous belief of a completely oceanic Earth.
New Volcanic Eruption Mechanism Discovered at Kilauea: The Stomp-Rocket Mechanism

New Volcanic Eruption Mechanism Discovered at Kilauea: The Stomp-Rocket Mechanism

Broke On: Sunday, 27 May 2018 In 2018, Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii underwent a series of explosive eruptions driven by ground collapse and magma reservoir pressure increases, resulting in a new type of eruption mechanism called the 'stomp-rocket mechanism'. This dynamic was compared to stepping on an air bag connected to a hose, launching magmatic material out of Kilauea's crater. Researchers from the University of Oregon, USGS, and Sichuan University analyzed 12 such explosive eruptions using data from IRIS, USGS, NOAA, NCEP/NCAR and National Park Service.
New High-Resolution Images of Europa's Platypus Region Reveal Potential Targets for Future Missions

New High-Resolution Images of Europa's Platypus Region Reveal Potential Targets for Future Missions

Broke On: Thursday, 29 September 2022 NASA's Juno spacecraft captures high-resolution images of Jupiter's moon Europa, revealing a chaotic terrain named 'Platypus.' This area may indicate the presence of briny liquid seeping to the surface and is a potential target for NASA's Europa Clipper mission and ESA's JUICE mission. The images also show possible plume activity and dark stains, hinting at present-day surface activity. Juno's data provides valuable information for future missions exploring Europa, which could reveal more about life beyond Earth.
New Research Sheds Light on Venus' Water Loss: Dissociative Recombination Plays a Bigger Role Than Previously Thought

New Research Sheds Light on Venus' Water Loss: Dissociative Recombination Plays a Bigger Role Than Previously Thought

Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024 New research suggests that the process of dissociative recombination, where hydrogen atoms combine with carbon monoxide ions to form water and release electrons, is responsible for Venus' continuous loss of water. This repeating cycle results in the planet losing around twice as much water every day compared to previous estimates.
Ediacaran Fossils Dated to 565 Million Years Ago, Providing Insights into the Evolution of Complex Multicellular Life on Earth.

Ediacaran Fossils Dated to 565 Million Years Ago, Providing Insights into the Evolution of Complex Multicellular Life on Earth.

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 January 2024 Researchers at Curtin University have precisely dated some of the world's oldest fossils of complex multicellular life to 565 million years ago, during the Ediacaran period. The study highlights the importance of understanding these ancient ecosystems in order to unravel Earth's past and shape our comprehension of life's evolution. The Ediacaran biota demonstrates examples of heterotrophy, locomotion, sexual reproduction and organization into complex ecosystems.
Science in 2024: Putting American Astronauts on the Moon

Science in 2024: Putting American Astronauts on the Moon

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 NASA's Artemis III mission aims to put American astronauts on the moon for the first time in over four decades. Two crucial events must occur before this can happen: The Artemis II mission and a test of SpaceX's Starship spacecraft in Texas.