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fromBig Think
1 month ago

Ask Ethan: Does the multiverse explain our fundamental constants?

The Universe's structure is shaped by physics, initial conditions, and fundamental constants, leaving questions about different possible realities.
fromBig Think
4 months ago
OMG science

The 16 stories that shaped physics and astronomy in 2024

Basic science has been steadily advancing throughout 2024, contradicting the perception of stagnation.
fromBig Think
2 days ago
OMG science

Why does physics break down at the Planck scale?

The laws of physics remain consistent across all times and locations despite complex interactions and limitations at the Planck scale.
fromMail Online
1 day ago
OMG science

Scientist uncovers a major clue that we're all living in a simulation

Gravity may indicate we are living in a virtual simulation, according to physicist Melvin Vopson.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Neutrinos Are Shrinking, and That's a Good Thing for Physics

Researchers have precisely measured the maximum mass of neutrinos, advancing understanding of subatomic physics and the universe's expansion.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 week ago

Is our Universe fundamentally unstable, and will it decay?

The Universe's fundamental properties may be inherently unstable, leading to the potential decay of its structure.
Science
fromBig Think
1 month ago

Ask Ethan: Does the multiverse explain our fundamental constants?

The Universe's structure is shaped by physics, initial conditions, and fundamental constants, leaving questions about different possible realities.
OMG science
fromBig Think
4 months ago

The 16 stories that shaped physics and astronomy in 2024

Basic science has been steadily advancing throughout 2024, contradicting the perception of stagnation.
OMG science
fromBig Think
2 days ago

Why does physics break down at the Planck scale?

The laws of physics remain consistent across all times and locations despite complex interactions and limitations at the Planck scale.
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Scientist uncovers a major clue that we're all living in a simulation

Gravity may indicate we are living in a virtual simulation, according to physicist Melvin Vopson.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Neutrinos Are Shrinking, and That's a Good Thing for Physics

Researchers have precisely measured the maximum mass of neutrinos, advancing understanding of subatomic physics and the universe's expansion.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 week ago

Is our Universe fundamentally unstable, and will it decay?

The Universe's fundamental properties may be inherently unstable, leading to the potential decay of its structure.
more#cosmology
#mathematics
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Mathematicians Crack 125-Year-Old Problem, Unite Three Physics Theories

Hilbert's vision for mathematical physics continues to inspire significant advancements, with recent work unifying fundamental theories in fluid dynamics.
The collaboration between researchers showcases the ongoing importance of Hilbert's goals in modern mathematical physics.
OMG science
fromBig Think
3 months ago

Is mathematics the empress of science? A physicist weighs in.

Social media debates reflect a hierarchy among scientific disciplines, often dismissing certain fields through a reductionist lens.
fromOpen Culture
4 months ago
Online learning

John Coltrane Draws a Picture Illustrating the Mathematics of Music

Stephon Alexander illustrates the parallels between Albert Einstein's theories and John Coltrane's music, emphasizing the inherent mathematical qualities in both.
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago
OMG science

The Map of Mathematics: Animation Shows How All the Different Fields in Math Fit Together

The Map of Mathematics visualizes the relationships between pure and applied mathematics and their sub-topics, enhancing understanding through animation.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Mathematicians Crack 125-Year-Old Problem, Unite Three Physics Theories

Hilbert's vision for mathematical physics continues to inspire significant advancements, with recent work unifying fundamental theories in fluid dynamics.
The collaboration between researchers showcases the ongoing importance of Hilbert's goals in modern mathematical physics.
OMG science
fromBig Think
3 months ago

Is mathematics the empress of science? A physicist weighs in.

Social media debates reflect a hierarchy among scientific disciplines, often dismissing certain fields through a reductionist lens.
fromOpen Culture
4 months ago
Online learning

John Coltrane Draws a Picture Illustrating the Mathematics of Music

Stephon Alexander illustrates the parallels between Albert Einstein's theories and John Coltrane's music, emphasizing the inherent mathematical qualities in both.
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago
OMG science

The Map of Mathematics: Animation Shows How All the Different Fields in Math Fit Together

The Map of Mathematics visualizes the relationships between pure and applied mathematics and their sub-topics, enhancing understanding through animation.
more#mathematics
#coffee
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
OMG science

The Physics of Perfect Pour-Over Coffee

Optimizing coffee extraction through fluid dynamics can enhance flavor without extra cost.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
OMG science

The Physics of Perfect Pour-Over Coffee

Optimizing coffee pouring techniques enhances flavor extraction without extra beans or cost.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
OMG science

The Physics of Perfect Pour-Over Coffee

Optimizing coffee pouring techniques enhances flavor extraction without extra beans or cost.
more#coffee
#quantum-mechanics
fromNature
3 months ago
OMG science

Quantum mechanics 100 years on: an unfinished revolution

Quantum science is crucial, marking a historical shift comparable to Darwin's impact on biology.
2025 is recognized as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating quantum mechanics' significance.
fromBig Think
4 months ago
OMG science

Waves in an Impossible Sea: the 2024 science book of the year

Matt Strassler's 'Waves in an Impossible Sea' redefines fundamental physics concepts, making them accessible and engaging for both experts and general readers.
fromNature
3 months ago
OMG science

How quantum mechanics emerged in a few revolutionary months 100 years ago

Heisenberg's 1925 paper marked a key turning point in the development of quantum mechanics, revolutionizing our understanding of atomic and subatomic phenomena.
fromWIRED
1 week ago
OMG science

Scientists Are Mapping the Bizarre, Chaotic Spacetime Inside Black Holes

Singularities challenge our understanding of space, time, and gravity, and simplifications in Einstein's equations help explore these complex phenomena.
fromNature
2 months ago
OMG science

Why even physicists still don't understand quantum theory 100 years on

Quantum mechanics successfully explains a variety of phenomena but remains profoundly misunderstood, highlighting the disconnect between theory and observation.
OMG science
fromNature
3 months ago

Quantum mechanics 100 years on: an unfinished revolution

Quantum science is crucial, marking a historical shift comparable to Darwin's impact on biology.
2025 is recognized as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating quantum mechanics' significance.
OMG science
fromBig Think
4 months ago

Waves in an Impossible Sea: the 2024 science book of the year

Matt Strassler's 'Waves in an Impossible Sea' redefines fundamental physics concepts, making them accessible and engaging for both experts and general readers.
OMG science
fromNature
3 months ago

How quantum mechanics emerged in a few revolutionary months 100 years ago

Heisenberg's 1925 paper marked a key turning point in the development of quantum mechanics, revolutionizing our understanding of atomic and subatomic phenomena.
OMG science
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Scientists Are Mapping the Bizarre, Chaotic Spacetime Inside Black Holes

Singularities challenge our understanding of space, time, and gravity, and simplifications in Einstein's equations help explore these complex phenomena.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Why even physicists still don't understand quantum theory 100 years on

Quantum mechanics successfully explains a variety of phenomena but remains profoundly misunderstood, highlighting the disconnect between theory and observation.
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#quantum-computing
Tech industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Microsoft unveils chip it says could bring quantum computing within years

Microsoft's breakthrough could accelerate the timeline for viable quantum computers from decades to years.
The development of a topoconductor chip represents a major leap in quantum technology.
Tech industry
fromNature
2 months ago

Microsoft claims quantum-computing breakthrough - but some physicists are sceptical

Microsoft claims to have developed the first 'topological qubits' for quantum computing, aiming to create machines more resilient to noise.
Miscellaneous
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Google says it accessed parallel universes with its new supercomputer

Google's quantum computer demonstrated significant capability, potentially affirming multiverse theories.
Tech industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Microsoft unveils chip it says could bring quantum computing within years

Microsoft's breakthrough could accelerate the timeline for viable quantum computers from decades to years.
The development of a topoconductor chip represents a major leap in quantum technology.
Tech industry
fromNature
2 months ago

Microsoft claims quantum-computing breakthrough - but some physicists are sceptical

Microsoft claims to have developed the first 'topological qubits' for quantum computing, aiming to create machines more resilient to noise.
Miscellaneous
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Google says it accessed parallel universes with its new supercomputer

Google's quantum computer demonstrated significant capability, potentially affirming multiverse theories.
more#quantum-computing
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago
OMG science

The physics of bowling strike after strike

Physicists have developed a mathematical model to enhance bowling ball trajectory predictions, considering factors like oil patterns and ball design.
#momentum
fromMedievalists.net
2 weeks ago
History

How Powerful Was a Medieval Lance Strike? Physics Students Do the Math - Medievalists.net

Jousting impacts deliver forces comparable to car crashes, with knights generating significant momentum and energy upon striking with a lance.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
React

Torpedo Bats and the Physics of the Sweet Spot

In a collision, forces between two objects are equal and opposite, leading to a recoil effect in the stick.
fromMedievalists.net
2 weeks ago
History

How Powerful Was a Medieval Lance Strike? Physics Students Do the Math - Medievalists.net

Jousting impacts deliver forces comparable to car crashes, with knights generating significant momentum and energy upon striking with a lance.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
React

Torpedo Bats and the Physics of the Sweet Spot

In a collision, forces between two objects are equal and opposite, leading to a recoil effect in the stick.
more#momentum
#theoretical-physics
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

How Does Time Work in the Quantum Realm? This Story Will Make Your Brain Explode (In a Good Way)

Time's arrow is unidirectional, moving forward, as illustrated by everyday experiences like spilling water.
The nature of time becomes complex in isolated systems where external changes do not occur.
fromAeon
4 weeks ago
philosophy

Why the hunt for reality is an impossible burden for physics | Aeon Essays

The quest for a final, unified physics may be an impossible burden on modern physicists.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

How Does Time Work in the Quantum Realm? This Story Will Make Your Brain Explode (In a Good Way)

Time's arrow is unidirectional, moving forward, as illustrated by everyday experiences like spilling water.
The nature of time becomes complex in isolated systems where external changes do not occur.
fromAeon
4 weeks ago
philosophy

Why the hunt for reality is an impossible burden for physics | Aeon Essays

The quest for a final, unified physics may be an impossible burden on modern physicists.
more#theoretical-physics
#general-relativity
fromBig Think
1 month ago
OMG science

Ask Ethan: Can we turn Einstein's equations into Newton's law?

Einstein's General Relativity, though less understood, fundamentally reshapes our conception of gravitation, moving beyond Newtonian physics to a nuanced understanding of spacetime.
fromBig Think
1 month ago
OMG science

Ask Ethan: Can we turn Einstein's equations into Newton's law?

Einstein's General Relativity, though less understood, fundamentally reshapes our conception of gravitation, moving beyond Newtonian physics to a nuanced understanding of spacetime.
more#general-relativity
#philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago
philosophy

What do past, present and future mean to a philosopher of time? | Aeon Videos

Time is a complex and mysterious concept that challenges our everyday understanding.
fromAeon
1 month ago
philosophy

Why physics today stands on the wings of angels and demons | Aeon Essays

Angels have historically influenced the understanding of natural phenomena, including the movement of celestial bodies and physical forces.
fromAeon
3 months ago
philosophy

The neglected 'laws' of chemistry - and why they matter | Aeon Essays

Chemistry, despite being overshadowed by physics and biology, provides essential laws that contribute to our understanding of nature.
fromAeon
2 months ago
philosophy

What do past, present and future mean to a philosopher of time? | Aeon Videos

Time is a complex and mysterious concept that challenges our everyday understanding.
fromAeon
1 month ago
philosophy

Why physics today stands on the wings of angels and demons | Aeon Essays

Angels have historically influenced the understanding of natural phenomena, including the movement of celestial bodies and physical forces.
fromAeon
3 months ago
philosophy

The neglected 'laws' of chemistry - and why they matter | Aeon Essays

Chemistry, despite being overshadowed by physics and biology, provides essential laws that contribute to our understanding of nature.
more#philosophy
#dark-matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
OMG science

Can Axions Save the Universe?

Axions may be crucial to understanding dark matter and the universe's structure, yet remain elusive despite ongoing experimental and astronomical pursuits.
fromFuturism
1 month ago
OMG science

Something Deeply Weird Is Happening at the Core of Our Galaxy

New research suggests that dark matter could be lighter than previously thought, potentially explaining phenomena in the Milky Way's Central Molecular Zone.
fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Are the Most Popular Methods of Dark Matter Detection? | HackerNoon

Direct detection of dark matter includes distinguishing elastic and inelastic scattering.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Can Axions Save the Universe?

Axions may be crucial to understanding dark matter and the universe's structure, yet remain elusive despite ongoing experimental and astronomical pursuits.
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Something Deeply Weird Is Happening at the Core of Our Galaxy

New research suggests that dark matter could be lighter than previously thought, potentially explaining phenomena in the Milky Way's Central Molecular Zone.
fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Are the Most Popular Methods of Dark Matter Detection? | HackerNoon

Direct detection of dark matter includes distinguishing elastic and inelastic scattering.
more#dark-matter
OMG science
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Is It Electric or Magnetic? Depends on Where You Stand

The perception of forces in physics is contingent upon one's frame of reference.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

These hot oil droplets can bounce off any surface

Droplets can bounce off various surfaces due to new methods developed by physicists, enhancing practical applications.
#particles
fromBig Think
2 months ago
Science

How charges and masses create the Universe around us

Fundamental particles and their properties are the building blocks of the universe, explaining its complexity despite the simplicity of the Standard Model.
fromNature
5 months ago
Science

Antimatter to be transported outside a lab for first time - in a van

CERN physicists are working on transporting antimatter for the first time, which could unlock new research opportunities.
fromBig Think
2 months ago
Science

How charges and masses create the Universe around us

Fundamental particles and their properties are the building blocks of the universe, explaining its complexity despite the simplicity of the Standard Model.
fromNature
5 months ago
Science

Antimatter to be transported outside a lab for first time - in a van

CERN physicists are working on transporting antimatter for the first time, which could unlock new research opportunities.
more#particles
fromWIRED
2 months ago
Law

Did a Rock Hit Your Windshield, or Did Your Windshield Hit a Rock?

The dynamics of a falling object can lead to unexpected outcomes, such as a rock bouncing higher due to energy transfers.
#science
fromMail Online
2 months ago
OMG science

The most expensive substance on Earth costs $62 trillion per gram

Antimatter is the most expensive material on Earth, valued at $62 trillion per gram.
fromMail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

Scientists pinpoint just how fast Santa would have to travel tonight

Santa would need to travel at an astonishing speed to deliver presents to children across the globe in one night.
fromBig Think
5 months ago
Science

Scalar fields: the secret sauce of theoretical physics

The goal of science is to accurately understand and predict how physical systems evolve.
fromOpen Culture
4 months ago
Online learning

Richard Feynman Enthusiastically Explains How to Think Like a Physicist in His Series Fun to Imagine (1983)

Science can be perceived differently by individuals, often depending on their imagination and ability to conceptualize complex ideas.
fromBig Think
5 months ago
Writing

Why seeing Galileo's original experiments left me speechless

The Galileo Museum illustrates the evolution of science through Galileo's work and historical innovations.
fromMail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

Scientists pinpoint just how fast Santa would have to travel tonight

Santa would need to travel at an astonishing speed to deliver presents to children across the globe in one night.
fromBig Think
5 months ago
Science

Scalar fields: the secret sauce of theoretical physics

The goal of science is to accurately understand and predict how physical systems evolve.
fromOpen Culture
4 months ago
Online learning

Richard Feynman Enthusiastically Explains How to Think Like a Physicist in His Series Fun to Imagine (1983)

Science can be perceived differently by individuals, often depending on their imagination and ability to conceptualize complex ideas.
fromBig Think
5 months ago
Writing

Why seeing Galileo's original experiments left me speechless

The Galileo Museum illustrates the evolution of science through Galileo's work and historical innovations.
more#science
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists reveal what would happen if astronaut ejaculated in space

Astronauts can experience sexual activity in space, but practical challenges exist, such as propulsion forces from ejaculation.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago
Science

Watch a Frog Walk on Water with High-Speed Belly Flops

Cricket frogs appear to skim across water but actually perform belly flops to achieve flotation while jumping.
#education
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Conquer Physics with Smodin's AI Physics Solver!

Smodin's AI Physics Solver provides clear step-by-step solutions to all physics problems, assisting in both urgent and proactive study.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Miscellaneous

Billionaires Could be a Rare Breed of Physicist | HackerNoon

Billionaires often project a superficial understanding of physics while focusing primarily on wealth creation, demonstrating a stark contrast between scientific inquiry and profit-driven motives.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Conquer Physics with Smodin's AI Physics Solver!

Smodin's AI Physics Solver provides clear step-by-step solutions to all physics problems, assisting in both urgent and proactive study.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Miscellaneous

Billionaires Could be a Rare Breed of Physicist | HackerNoon

Billionaires often project a superficial understanding of physics while focusing primarily on wealth creation, demonstrating a stark contrast between scientific inquiry and profit-driven motives.
more#education
fromArs Technica
3 months ago
OMG science

George R.R. Martin has co-authored a physics paper

The concept of 'cryptos' introduces unobservable mutations that affect individuals in unique, often unnoticed ways.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago
Science

How to get a perfect salt ring deposit in your pasta pot

Particle behavior in water reveals complex physical interactions influenced by size and release height.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ballionaire review addictive, pinball-inspired strategy game

Ballionaire offers a strategic twist on pinball-style games, merging luck with player-driven design to create an engaging financial challenge.
fromNature
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Particle accelerators get an assist from AI co-pilots

Large language models can effectively fine-tune particle accelerators, improving their performance significantly in real-time operations.
#timekeeping
OMG science
fromWashington Post
5 months ago

A breakthrough in timekeeping: Progress toward a nuclear clock

Physicists have developed an ultraprecise nuclear clock, using atomic properties to redefine timekeeping with unprecedented accuracy.
fromNature
3 months ago
Science

Countdown to a nuclear clock: a three minute guide

Nuclear clocks could enhance precision in timekeeping for various scientific and practical applications.
OMG science
fromWashington Post
5 months ago

A breakthrough in timekeeping: Progress toward a nuclear clock

Physicists have developed an ultraprecise nuclear clock, using atomic properties to redefine timekeeping with unprecedented accuracy.
fromNature
3 months ago
Science

Countdown to a nuclear clock: a three minute guide

Nuclear clocks could enhance precision in timekeeping for various scientific and practical applications.
more#timekeeping
fromMail Online
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Humans are awful at judging knots - can YOU tell which is strongest?

Humans struggle to accurately judge the strength of knots despite their long history and apparent simplicity.
fromeuronews
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Video. Santa departs Lapland on Christmas eve mission

Santa reassures children that perfection isn't necessary for receiving gifts, emphasizing the importance of doing one's best during the festive season.
fromNature
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

That Christmas jumper is a marvel of complicated physics

Knitted fabrics can adopt an infinite variety of shapes after being stretched due to complex physics.
fromMail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

Professor Brian Cox instantly disproves the Flat Earth theory

Flat Earth theory lacks credibility, as explained by physicist Brian Cox, emphasizing logical inconsistencies and the reliability of modern science.
US news
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

The hidden science swirling in 'The Starry Night'

Art and science connect through the analysis of turbulence in Van Gogh's paintings, sparking new inquiries in physics.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The most dangerous delivery truck? How a lorry-load of antimatter will help solve secrets of universe

Researchers are preparing to transport antimatter across Europe, marking a significant scientific milestone while investigating fundamental mysteries of the universe.
OMG science
fromBig Think
4 months ago

The fabric of space is a Cheshire Cat

Physics often embraces seemingly absurd ideas to explain the universe, much like a Cheshire Cat's grin can exist without its body.
fromNature
5 months ago
Writing

I'll burn this bridge when you get here

The test of a time machine intended to skip five minutes forward takes a turn when the subject does not return as planned.
fromWIRED
5 months ago
Cars

How to Design a Real-Life Hot Wheels Loop

Modeling physics helps understand toy car dynamics, even if the experiment isn't recommended.
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