Lead-208, with its unique neutron-rich composition of 82 protons and 126 neutrons, has always captivated scientists. Of particular interest is its intriguing structure, which features a “neutron skin” at its edge. This neutron skin consists mostly of neutrons and plays a crucial role in understanding quantum chromodynamics and the behavior of quarks and gluons within
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Spectroscopy, a scientific field that studies the interaction between light and matter, heavily relies on the understanding of absorption and fluorescence properties of molecules and materials. An absorption band signifies the range of wavelengths at which a material absorbs light, leading to the transition of electrons to higher energy states. Conversely, fluorescence bands correspond to
The year 2021 has been a thrilling one for skywatchers, brimming with celestial events like planetary alignments and meteor showers. And now, the Universe is treating us with yet another awe-inspiring spectacle: the Leonid meteor shower. Expected to peak in the early hours of November 18, this shower offers a captivating display of shooting stars.
In an unprecedented turn of events, a 32-year-old woman from Alabama has made headlines for being pregnant in both of her uteruses. Kelsey Hatcher, who has a rare condition known as “uterus didelphys,” has been sharing her remarkable journey on her Instagram account, “doubleuhatchlings.” The condition, which affects a mere 0.3 percent of females, involves
The recent collapse of FTX, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges valued at $32 billion, has sent shockwaves throughout the crypto industry. This unfortunate event has once again highlighted the need for a reliable method to evaluate the solvency of cryptocurrency exchanges. To address this issue, researchers from the Complexity Science Hub (CSH), in collaboration
Public spaces, such as theaters and concert halls, are not exempt from the risk of hearing loss. While many are aware of the dangers posed by loud machinery and other obvious sources of noise, the impact of excessive sound in these environments is often overlooked. However, a groundbreaking study published in Physics of Fluids sheds
In a groundbreaking new study, chemists at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have made significant strides in understanding the development of semiconductor materials that harness the power of chirality. Chirality, a non-superimposable mirror image, is a natural phenomenon that plays a crucial role in building complex structures. For example, the iconic double helix structure of
The supermassive black hole named Sagittarius A* (Sgr A*) at the center of our Milky Way galaxy may not be as active as some other galaxies, but it is still a fascinating object to study. Recently, astrophysicists Gustavo Magallanes-Guijón and Sergio Mendoza of the National Autonomous University of Mexico made an intriguing discovery – Sgr
If you have ever cared for a pet dog, it is a sad truth that you are likely to outlive them. So it’s no wonder that people may be asking how to increase their pet’s longevity following the news that a dog in Portugal lived longer than 30 years. The Guinness World Record Holder of
The Arctic region is experiencing accelerated warming, with temperatures rising nearly four times faster than the global average. This phenomenon, known as Arctic amplification, has far-reaching consequences for global climate change. A recent modeling study led by researchers at UCL reveals that this faster warming in the Arctic will cause the critical global temperature thresholds
The idea of declining phytoplankton in the North Atlantic has caused concern among scientists and environmentalists alike. However, a groundbreaking study led by the University of Washington challenges this notion and presents a new perspective on the stability of marine phytoplankton in the region. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of
The CMS experiment at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) has made significant progress in its search for new physics during Run 3. In a recent study, researchers examined the possibility of “dark photon” production in the decay of Higgs bosons. Dark photons are intriguing particles that have long lifetimes and do not conform to the
Chemical reactions play a critical role in drug development, and one atom that has gained a reputation as a “magic bullet” in this process is fluorine. Fluorine has the unique ability to increase a drug’s absorption and prolong its lifetime, making it a highly sought-after component in pharmaceuticals. However, traditional methods of incorporating fluorine into
Toxoplasma gondii, an infamous parasite often associated with cats, has been found to potentially contribute to increased frailty in older adults, according to a recent study. With approximately 11-15 percent of people in the US estimated to have been infected by this parasite at some point, this finding has significant implications for public health. Researchers
Cyberattacks are becoming an increasingly prevalent threat in today’s digitally connected world. The recent attack on major ports in Australia has highlighted the vulnerabilities in the country’s freight trade infrastructure. The operator DP World announced on Monday that the ports, which handle 40 percent of Australia’s freight trade, had reopened after being crippled by the
