Physicists Send ‘Twisted Light’ 143 Kilometers, a New Record
A recent experiment could open new doors in space-based quantum communication. Continue reading Physicists Send ‘Twisted Light’ 143 Kilometers, a New Record
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Symmetry for Dummies: Noether’s Theorem
Einstein referred to her as the most important woman in the history of mathematics. Her theorem has been recognized as “one of the most important mathematical theorems ever proved in guiding the development of modern physics.” Yet many people haven’t the slightest clue of who this woman was, or what she did that was so significant to our understanding of how our world works. If you count yourself as one of those who have never heard of Emmy Noether and wish to enlighten yourself, please read on. I can only hope I do her memory justice. Not just by telling …read more
Tests Show We Could Build a Humongous Gravitational Wave Detector in Space
The LISA Pathfinder mission boasts results more than five times better than its requirements. Continue reading Tests Show We Could Build a Humongous Gravitational Wave Detector in Space
This Machine Creates a Relaxing Shower for Violent Tunnel Explosions
NATO helped finance a device for dampening blasts in confined spaces. Continue reading This Machine Creates a Relaxing Shower for Violent Tunnel Explosions