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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.
Nobel prize: physicists share prize for insights into the spooky world of quantum mechanics
Members of the Nobel Committee for Physics announce the winners of the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics (L-R…
Carbon Dating: A Precise History
Scientists have been using the process of carbon dating for years to measure the age of things from…
The Mysterious Origins of Water
It may strike you as surprising, but water wasn’t always something that the Earth just had plenty of;…
Louis Pasteur’s scientific discoveries in the 19th century revolutionized medicine and continue to save the lives of millions today
Louis Pasteur was a pioneer in chemistry, microbiology, immunology and vaccinology. pictore/DigitalVision Vectors via Getty Images Rodney E.…
What We Know About the Force That Holds Atomic Nuclei Together
Some of us are well-versed in the forces that keep us tethered to the ground, and with those…
Can We Use Physics to Explain Life?
No doubt it’s one of the most important—and contentious—questions known to science. However, that doesn’t stop the brightest…
Ultra-processed foods: it’s not just their low nutritional value that’s a concern
Many everyday food products are ultra-processed. Jiri Hera/ Shutterstock Richard Hoffman, University of Hertfordshire In countries such as…
It’s a Video about Pie (and Pi)
No, I’m not playing with you—this actually is a video about both the delicious treat that’s fun to…
It’s not just rocket science – hidden chemistry powers Moon launches and sustains life in space
SpaceX, CC BY-NC Curtis Ho, University of Tasmania Many around the world will watch eagerly this Saturday as…
Desalination may be key to averting global water shortage, but it will take time
As the most water-scarce region on the planet, the Middle East is particularly reliant on desalination technology. Maxim…