News

  1. Astronomy

    Chasing a stellar blast

    An exploding star recently discovered in a nearby galaxy may be a milestone in the study of type 1a supernovas.

    By Ron Cowen
  2. Tech

    Making the most of chip fabrication

    An advance in the way microelectronic circuit patterns are created may help preserve conventional chip-making methods beyond the currently predicted date of their demise.

    By Peter Weiss
  3. Tech

    A dim view of biologic and chemical agents

    Microscopic gel balls that act as lenses may become the active ingredient of quick-acting sensors for bioagents and chemicals.

    By Peter Weiss
  4. Tech

    Tiny ticker

    Researchers have demonstrated that they can control how frequently a DNA-based nanodevice changes between two forms.