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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.
The Eclipse That Proved Einstein Right
May 29, 1919—a date which, to others, might not seem so special. Not to scientists, however; this particular…
Horseshoe crab blood is vital for testing intravenous drugs, but new synthetic alternatives could mean pharma won’t bleed this unique species dry
Horseshoe crabs in spawning season at Reeds Beach, N.J., on June 13, 2023. AP Photo/Matt Rourke Kristoffer Whitney,…
“Computer Space” launched the video game industry — then fell into a black hole
Computer Space was innovative, but how was it to play? Ed Fries, CC BY-ND Noah Wardrip-Fruin, University of…
Can coffee help you avoid weight gain? Here’s what the science says
Valeria Boltneva/Pexels Lauren Ball, The University of Queensland and Emily Burch, Southern Cross University Coffee is well recognised…
New Research Sheds Light on Ultrafast Dislocations and Material Failure
Researchers have made a significant discovery regarding the speed at which tiny linear defects, known as dislocations, can…
I helped select the Nobel laureates in physics – here’s how our committee decides
The author, Mats Larsson, on the right during the 2023 announcement. Kungliga Vetenskapsakademin, CC BY-SA Mats Larsson, Stockholm…
How Do We See All the Way Back In Time?
Physicists have managed to think of several theoretical ways to approach nearly every extreme we can think of…
Citizen scientists collect more nature data than ever, showing us where common and threatened species live
Shutterstock Erin Roger, CSIRO; Cameron Slatyer, CSIRO, and Dax Kellie, CSIRO Citizen science isn’t new anymore. For decades,…
Why Your Straw Looks Odd In a Glass of Water
Stop for a bit if you’re drinking water from a bottle or a glass through a straw (hopefully…
What’s the carbon footprint of owning pet fish? An expert explains
One of the most popular species of fish found in tropical marine aquariums is the common clownfish (Amphiprion…