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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.
What makes smoky, charred barbecue taste so good? The chemistry of cooking over an open flame
Cooking food over an open flame produces unique flavors thanks to some interesting chemistry. Lars Szatmari / EyeEm…
How One Scientist “Poisoned” a Generation—And Endangered Many More
Oftentimes people hear about how some of history’s most notorious minds have led to some of the most…
A decade of science and trillions of collisions show the W boson is more massive than expected – a physicist on the team explains what it means for the Standard Model
Measuring the mass of W bosons took 10 years – and the result was not what physicists expected.…
Unlocking the secrets of maple syrup, one molecule at a time
Maple syrup contains bioactive molecules whose benefits go far beyond the simple pleasure of a sweet treat. (Shutterstock)…
Nanoparticles are the future of medicine – researchers are experimenting with new ways to design tiny particle treatments for cancer
Nanoparticles can help cancer drugs home in on tumors and avoid damaging healthy cells. Kateryna Kon/Science Photo Library…
Can Wood Ever Become “Transparent?”
YouTube channel NileRed attempts to make a piece of wood “transparent,” pushing several pieces through stages of chemical…
Time travel could be possible, but only with parallel timelines
If time travel were possible, it would mean the existence of parallel timelines. (Shutterstock) Barak Shoshany, Brock University…
A universe without mathematics is beyond the scope of our imagination
Mathematics is the language of the universe. (Shutterstock) Peter Watson, Carleton University Almost 400 years ago, in The…
Science shows that BPA and other endocrine disruptors are harmful to human health, which should incite tighter regulations
BPA is an industrial chemical used to make hard, clear plastic known as polycarbonate. It’s also used in…
What Makes Dark Matter “Dark?”
Dr. Paul Sutter returns with Ars Technica’s Edge of Knowledge series to run us through the course of…