An optical fiber about the thickness of a human hair can now carry the equivalent of…
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Symmetry breaking by ultrashort light pulses opens new quantum pathways for coherent phonons
Researchers have demonstrated a novel concept for exciting and probing coherent phonons in crystals of a…
Hidden in plain sight: Windshield washer fluid is an unexpected emission source
Exhaust fumes probably come to mind when considering vehicle emissions, but they aren’t the only source…
Philosophy aligns with economics on how to value future generations in climate policy
A survey of philosophers finds they broadly agree with economists on the best way of valuing…
Low sexual satisfaction linked to memory decline later in life
Low sexual satisfaction in middle age may serve as an early warning sign for future cognitive…
Obesity increases risk of mental disorders throughout life
Being obese significantly increases the chances of also developing mental disorders. This applies to all age…
Source-shifting metastructures composed of only one resin for location camouflaging
Acoustic source-shifters make observers mis-perceive the location of sound by reproducing a sound emanating from a…
Robot centipedes go for a walk
Researchers show how their multilegged walking robot can be steered by inducing a dynamic instability. By…
Super low-cost smartphone attachment brings blood pressure monitoring to your fingertips
Engineers have developed a simple 3D-printed attachment that clips over a smartphone’s camera and flash to…
Global flash droughts expected to increase in a warming climate
Researchers have published new findings on how our warming climate will affect the frequency of flash…