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Meet the Quantum Kid
Scientists are often advised to explain their work in terms that a child can understand—a task that is particularly challenging […]
Physicists think they’ve resolved the proton size puzzle
“We believe this is the final nail in the coffin of the proton radius puzzle.” Image of a hydrogen atom’s […]
“Oobleck” still holds some surprises
Mixing corn starch and water in appropriate amounts produces a slurry that is liquid when stirred slowly but hardens when […]
Research roundup: 7 cool science stories we almost missed
Sperm gets lost in space; raccoons solve puzzles; the physics of folding a crepe; and more. This year’s winner of […]
What’s the best cabin layout for aircraft evacuation?
“While a dual-engine fire scenario is statistically rare, it falls under the broader category of dual-engine failures and critical emergencies […]
Causality optional? Testing the “indefinite causal order” superposition
The results were 18 standard deviations away from what you’d expect based on Bell’s theorem, which is a strong indication […]
Magnetars drag spacetime to power superluminous supernovae
Frame-dragging may explain an odd pattern seen in the brightest supernovae. Some of the most extreme explosions in the universe […]
Don’t lick that cold metal pole in winter—if you do, don’t panic
Skip to content Highest risk of part of tongue being torn off is with temps between -5° and -15° C […]
Flexible feline spines shed light on “falling cat” problem
Why do falling cats always seem to land on their feet? Scientists have been arguing about the precise mechanism for […]