PHYSICS & MATH

International Women's Day: 5 Females from Then and Now With Significant Contributions to Science

SPACE 03.08.2021 02:39 AM

In celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2021, some of the female scientists made significant contributions in various branches of science.

Dance Your Ph.D. 2020 Contest Winner: Rapping Scientists Grab Award for Molecular Clusters Performance

03.03.2021 23:04 PM

Despite the COVID-19 global pandemic, Jabuk Kebecka won the physics category of Dance your Ph.D. contests beating out 40 other competitors.

First Ever Space Hurricane With 621-Mile Mass of Swirling Plasma Confirmed

03.02.2021 06:30 AM

A team of scientists made an unprecedented report on a "space hurricane" following satellite observations on the rain of electrons on the upper atmosphere, suggesting that other planets could host similar events.

Laser-Aided Optical Data Storage at the Nanoscale Conducted

03.01.2021 07:17 AM

A new study demonstrates the potential of storing data at the nanoscale using laser-enabled optical writing technology.

Random Number Generator Uses Ultrafast Lasers Hundreds of Times Faster Than Today's Tech

02.25.2021 23:57 PM

An international team of researchers has created a system of ultrafast lasers that can generate a random number over a hundred times faster than existing technologies - opening doors for better data encryption technologies.

Researchers Push Game Theory in Understanding Mimicry in Viruses Like COVID

02.24.2021 08:30 AM

A team of researchers proposes that a game theory approach could offer new insights and methods into understanding the spread and effect of viruses, such as SARS-COV-2, which causes COVID-19.

Reinforcement-Based Algorithm Can Accurately Predict Natural Reserves

02.24.2021 05:56 AM

Researchers at Texas A&M University designed a reinforcement-based algorithm that accurately predicts the underground environment's properties to forecast oil and gas reserves correctly.

Mars Moons Phobos and Deimos Origin: Are These Remnants of a Lost Moon?

02.24.2021 05:02 AM

A new study suggests that Mars' two moons - Phobos and Deimos - actually came from a common progenitor, challenging existing knowledge about the twin moons.

How to Grow Artificial Hair Successfully? Use Simple Physics

02.24.2021 02:08 AM

Through the use of simple physics, Princeton University researchers were able to develop and grow artificial hair, transforming old series of engineering conflicts into a solution for manufacturing.

Bacteria Regeneration May Be Key to Building Stronger Cars, Airplanes, and Armors

02.23.2021 08:30 AM

Researchers are using the abilities of bacteria to make engineering materials stronger, tolerant, and resilient.

New Polymer Flexible Film Shields from Electromagnetic Radiation and Interference

02.23.2021 08:00 AM

In the Information Age, electronic devices are almost everywhere - pushing developers and researchers to find lighter and more flexible materials that could prevent interference between devices and minimize radiation exposure to humans.

Discovery in Quantum Theory Could Solve Baryon Asymmetry Problem

02.22.2021 23:33 PM

Quantum theorists looking to solve one of the field's persisting problems found something that benefits other fields of physics instead.

Researchers Fabricate Material That Has Both Quantum Hall Effect and Superconductivity

02.22.2021 06:33 AM

In a strange turn of quantum materials research, researchers could fabricate a material that exhibits both superconductivity and quantum Hall effect - two phenomena that are generally seen as opposites as far as electrical resistance is concerned.

Nano-Origami Leads to Smallest ICs to Date

02.17.2021 03:10 AM

Using graphene and other 2D materials, physicists were able to create the smallest microchips so far by using "nano-origami techniques."

Are There 11 or 17 Colors in This Picture? Science Explains Confusing Optical Illusion

02.11.2021 04:16 AM

An optical illusion posted on Twitter is making a buzz on the internet these days, confusing many people. Here's what science says about it.

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