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Wobbling muon experiment could reveal a 5th force of nature — if the results hold up
By Ben Turner published
The discovery of wobbling muons promises to spark a revolution in physics, but more results are needed to know for sure.
Scientists uncover hidden math that governs genetic mutations
By Stephanie Pappas published
The ability of a gene to keep functioning despite mutations shows a surprising link to fundamental math.
Bizarre 'demon' particle found inside superconductor could help unlock a 'holy grail' of physics
By Ben Turner published
The transparent, chargeless quasiparticle could shed more light on the underlying mechanics of superconductivity
2nd nuclear fusion breakthrough brings us a (tiny) step closer to limitless clean energy
By Ben Turner published
The breakthrough marks the second time that the core of a fusion reactor has given out more energy than it has taken in, but significant challenges remain.
Room-temperature superconductors: The facts behind the 'holy grail' of physics
By Ben Turner published
Claims of a room-temperature superconductor went viral last week. Here's everything we know.
'The most magical equation in physics': How Paul Dirac accidentally revealed the strange world of antimatter
By Marcus Chown published
In this extract from the book 'The One Thing You Need to Know', author Marcus Chown explains how the Dirac Equation came to be.
Did scientists really create a room temperature superconductor? Not so fast, experts say.
By Ben Turner published
The research, which has not been peer-reviewed, has sparked viral attempts at imitation around the world.
Rare 'Einstein cross' warps light from one of the universe's brightest objects in this stunning image
By Ben Turner published
Einstein predicted the existence of these crosses back in 1915. Now, they are used to study distant galaxies.
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