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Spencer Axani, assistant professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, is the inventor of CosmicWatch, a portable, ...

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Ultracold atoms have successfully mimicked a fundamental quantum effect normally found in electronic circuits.

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In this video, I show you how to create your own rainbow using just a glass of water, a flashlight, and a piece of white paper. It’s an easy and fun science activity you can try at home! By exploring ...

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Deep underground in southern China, there is a 20,000-ton tank of liquid that can detect neutrinos. Named JUNO, the detector's first results are in — and they're very promising. When you purchase ...