Physics

  1. Quantum Physics

    The least physics you need is a lot in ‘Quantum Mechanics’

    Leonard Susskind and Art Friedman walk readers through the basics needed to understand the quantum realm.

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  2. Astronomy

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    Readers discuss the speed of spinning particles, what defines a planet and how to see invisible shrimp.

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  3. Cosmology

    2014 Kavli Prize winners announced

    Cosmic inflation, nanoscale imaging and a better understanding of memory earn million-dollar honors with the Kavli Prize.

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  4. Particle Physics

    Proton’s magnetic properties pinned down

    A precise measurement of a proton’s magnetic properties could help reveal subtle differences between matter and antimatter.

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  5. Quantum Physics

    Nobel laureates offer new interpretations of quantum mysteries

    Two Nobel laureates offer novel interpretations to explain the mysteries of quantum mechanics.

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  6. Tech

    Coffee beans sing distinct tune

    Measuring the crackling noises made by roasting coffee beans could help engineers create automatic acoustic roasters.

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  7. Physics

    U.S. physics strategy calls for greater global collaboration

    In a time of tightened budgets, the U.S. particle physics community must increase international collaboration without sacrificing its position as a leader in the field, according to a new report.

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  8. Quantum Physics

    Quantum cryptography could shed test for hackers

    An added protection of a proposed quantum cryptography method makes eavesdropping nearly impossible.

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  9. Physics

    ‘The Sound Book’ explores echoes, bad acoustics and more

    Acoustic engineer Trevor Cox provides an international tour of aural amazements.

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  10. Particle Physics

    Proposed experiment would create matter from light

    Photon collider would convert light into electrons and positrons.

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  11. Materials Science

    Recyclable superplastics made with old chemistry

    A new durable plastic and a self-healing gel are the first high-performance polymers that are easily recycled.

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  12. Quantum Physics

    Next-gen quantum teleportation in just 2 photons

    Researchers teleport quantum information between two photons instead of the standard three.

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