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The universe speaks to us in the form of numbers, and appears to us in myriad ways that we have yet to fully discover and understand. Modern Sciences pushes forward into modern-day discussion the different lenses through which we view the universe, and the language we use to commune with it—from beautiful patterns and equations brought forth by the best mathematicians to the latest discoveries that unravel the inner workings of our physical realm.
Physicists Map Quantum Statistics for Enhanced Testing of Entangled Devices
At a Glance A breakthrough in quantum physics could pave the way for improved testing and development of…
NASA’s ‘Curiosity’ Rover Discovers Key Organic Molecules on Mars
At a Glance Scientists working on NASA‘s Curiosity rover have discovered new organic molecules on Mars, offering intriguing…
Scientists Discover New Antibiotic Molecule with Unique Action Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria
At a Glance Scientists have discovered a new antibiotic molecule called lariocidin, which could offer a breakthrough in…
Scientific misconduct is on the rise. But what exactly is it?
PowerUp/Shutterstock Nham Tran, University of Technology Sydney German anaesthesiologist Joachim Boldt has an unfortunate claim to fame. According…
How Do We Know If an Asteroid Will Hit Earth?
Astronomers track faint moving objects across the sky and use orbital math—refined since Kepler and Gauss—to determine whether…
Study Reveals Ancient Roman Brain Preserved in Glass After Mount Vesuvius Eruption
At a Glance A new study has revealed an extraordinary discovery: the brain of a man who died…
Modifying DNA Made Accessible
DNA printing has become more accessible and affordable, enabling researchers and students to modify organisms with custom-designed sequences.…
Samarium: A Short Guide
Discovered in 1879, samarium was the first element indirectly named after a person. It reacts easily with oxygen,…
Taking a leap of faith into imaginary numbers opens new doors in the real world through complex analysis
Imaginary numbers push the boundaries of calculus and other branches of math. Hill Street Studios/DigitalVision via Getty Images…
Hyperbaric oxygen might be effective treatment for PTSD – here’s how it works
Anders Kjellberg, Karolinska Institutet Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is common in military veterans but can affect anyone who…