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#quantum-mechanics
fromBig Think
1 week 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.
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.
fromBig Think
1 day ago
Science

The Universe is not symmetric

Mirrors reflect physical asymmetries in nature, revealing fundamental differences in particle behavior and symmetries.
fromWIRED
2 weeks 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.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 week 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
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.
Science
fromBig Think
1 day ago

The Universe is not symmetric

Mirrors reflect physical asymmetries in nature, revealing fundamental differences in particle behavior and symmetries.
OMG science
fromWIRED
2 weeks 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.
more#quantum-mechanics
Everyday cooking
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Scientists just designed the perfect cacio e pepe recipe

Cacio e pepe's preparation can be optimized through scientific analysis, presenting a blend of cooking and physics.
OMG science
fromMail Online
5 days ago

Scientists say Star Wars-like travel between galaxies could be real

Warp drives could enable faster-than-light travel by bending spacetime, as theorized by scientists.
OMG science
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Scientists Say They've Built a "Black Hole Bomb"

Researchers have created a harmless proof of concept for a 'black hole bomb' to study energy extraction from black holes.
#research
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.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
OMG science

Physics Has the Answer to Dealing with a Hard Emotion

Understanding health uncertainties requires rigorous research similar to physics, but public skepticism often leads to misinformation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

The Physics of Perfect Pour-Over Coffee

Optimizing coffee extraction through fluid dynamics can enhance flavor without extra cost.
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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The secret to getting a perfect strike in bowling, according to scientists

The optimal strategy for scoring strikes in ten-pin bowling has been mathematically developed, influencing competitive play.
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.
OMG science
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Physics Has the Answer to Dealing with a Hard Emotion

Understanding health uncertainties requires rigorous research similar to physics, but public skepticism often leads to misinformation.
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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The secret to getting a perfect strike in bowling, according to scientists

The optimal strategy for scoring strikes in ten-pin bowling has been mathematically developed, influencing competitive play.
more#research
#cosmology
Science
fromBig Think
2 months 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.
fromMail Online
1 week 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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
OMG science

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.
fromBig Think
3 weeks ago
OMG science

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.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Dark Matter Might Lurk in Its Own Shadow World

Dark matter may consist of a hidden spectrum of particles, rather than a single particle, affecting the universe's evolution differently than we currently understand.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
OMG science

Are we living in the Matrix? Scientist claims universe is a HOLOGRAM

The holographic universe theory suggests reality is a two-dimensional projection, providing insights into complex physics concepts and challenges conventional understanding.
Humanity and the universe might exist as part of a holographic projection, prompting reevaluation of physical phenomena.
Science
fromBig Think
2 months 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
fromMail Online
1 week 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
4 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
3 weeks 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.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Dark Matter Might Lurk in Its Own Shadow World

Dark matter may consist of a hidden spectrum of particles, rather than a single particle, affecting the universe's evolution differently than we currently understand.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
OMG science

Are we living in the Matrix? Scientist claims universe is a HOLOGRAM

The holographic universe theory suggests reality is a two-dimensional projection, providing insights into complex physics concepts and challenges conventional understanding.
Humanity and the universe might exist as part of a holographic projection, prompting reevaluation of physical phenomena.
more#cosmology
#mathematics
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 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
3 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.
fromMail Online
1 week ago
Board games

How to fix a wobbly table at the pub - and it DOESN'T involve coasters

Rotating a table can always achieve stability for its legs on uneven ground.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 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
3 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.
fromMail Online
1 week ago
Board games

How to fix a wobbly table at the pub - and it DOESN'T involve coasters

Rotating a table can always achieve stability for its legs on uneven ground.
more#mathematics
#scientific-research
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.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 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.
fromAeon
3 weeks ago
philosophy

A future in which 'artificial scientists' make discoveries may not be far away | Aeon Videos

Mario Krenn's AI-driven research could revolutionize experimental physics by discovering new methods beyond human capabilities.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
OMG science

The project that seeks the origin of the universe under a mountain in the Pyrenees

The Canfranc Underground Laboratory explores fundamental questions of why our universe is composed of matter rather than antimatter.
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.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 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.
fromAeon
3 weeks ago
philosophy

A future in which 'artificial scientists' make discoveries may not be far away | Aeon Videos

Mario Krenn's AI-driven research could revolutionize experimental physics by discovering new methods beyond human capabilities.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
OMG science

The project that seeks the origin of the universe under a mountain in the Pyrenees

The Canfranc Underground Laboratory explores fundamental questions of why our universe is composed of matter rather than antimatter.
more#scientific-research
#sports-science
fromArs Technica
3 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.
fromArs Technica
3 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.
more#sports-science
fromWIRED
1 month 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.
#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
1 month 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
1 month 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
#einstein
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Scientists say time travel IS possible - and people already have

Time travel might be possible through Einstein's theory of general relativity, but it's not like portrayed in movies.
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.
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Scientists say time travel IS possible - and people already have

Time travel might be possible through Einstein's theory of general relativity, but it's not like portrayed in movies.
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#einstein
#quantum-computing
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Google claims quantum chip may prove existence of parallel universes

Google's quantum chip Willow suggests implications for multiverse theories as it solves complex problems faster than traditional super-computers.
fromNature
1 month ago
OMG science

Microsoft quantum computing claim still lacks evidence: physicists are dubious

Microsoft claims to have created the first topological qubits, a significant milestone in quantum computing, yet faces skepticism from the scientific community.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Google claims quantum chip may prove existence of parallel universes

Google's quantum chip Willow suggests implications for multiverse theories as it solves complex problems faster than traditional super-computers.
fromNature
1 month ago
OMG science

Microsoft quantum computing claim still lacks evidence: physicists are dubious

Microsoft claims to have created the first topological qubits, a significant milestone in quantum computing, yet faces skepticism from the scientific community.
more#quantum-computing
OMG science
fromWIRED
2 months 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.
Science
fromBig Think
2 months ago

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.
#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.
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.
more#science
fromHackernoon
11 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
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
3 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.
#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
4 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
4 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
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.
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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