physics
Simulation creates a universe with galaxies like the real deal
Posted in Software on 31st Dec, 2014
by Alex Muller
Astronomers have created a simulation of the universe that includes realistic galaxies enabling better research into how the cosmos evolved over the past 14 billion years.
Study finds possible alternative explanation for dark energy
Posted in Science on 30th Dec, 2014
by Alex Muller
Dark energy is an unknown form of energy that is proposed to drive the accelerated expansion of the universe.
Adding Water to Some Solids Can Actually Make Them Stronger
Posted in Science on 20th Dec, 2014
by Alex Muller
Adding drops of water into solid materials can actually increase their strength and changes their other properties in interesting and useful ways.
Top 10 physics breakthroughs listed
Posted in Science on 13th Dec, 2014
by Alex Muller
Landing on a comet, nuclear fusion with lasers and a tractor beam are among the 10 physics breakthroughs of 2014, as chosen by a leading science magazine.
Complex life may be possible in only 10% of all galaxies
Posted in Science on 24th Nov, 2014
by Alex Muller
Stellar explosions called gamma ray bursts emit beams of radiation that could render 90% of galaxies barren of complex life.