Quantum jump tipping the balance

Measuring tiny differences in mass between different quantum states provides new insights into heavy atoms. …

New simple method for measuring the state of lithium-ion batteries

Scientists have presented a non-contact method for detecting the state of charge and any defects in…

The feeling a limb doesn't belong is linked to lack of brain structure and connection

People with body integrity dysphoria (BID) often feel as though one of their healthy limbs isn’t…

See a 3D mouse brain with single-cell resolution

A manually constructed 3D atlas offers a cellular-level view of the entire mouse brain. This reference…

Russia set to launch its first satellite for monitoring Arctic

Russia’s first satellite for monitoring the Arctic climate called Arktika-M is set to be launched by…

Vitamin D levels appear to play role in COVID-19 mortality rates

Researchers analyzed patient data from 10 countries. The team found a correlation between low vitamin D…

A closer look at superconductors

High-temperature superconductors have the potential to revolutionize today’s technologies. ‘Higgs spectroscopy’ could bring about a watershed…

Global trade in soy has major implications for climate

The extent to which Brazilian soy production and trade contribute to climate change depends largely on…

Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19 offers a more rapid alternative to a vaccine

Repurposing existing medicines focused on known drug targets is likely to offer a more rapid hope…

Survey: Half of Americans concerned about new moms, babies being in public amid COVID-19

A new national U.S. survey finds that nearly 80 percent of respondents would be concerned about…