University of Minnesota theoretical physicists help expand the search for new particle

Newswise — One of the most high-profile mysteries in physics today is what scientists refer to as the “Strong CP Problem.” Stemming from the puzzling phenomenon that neutrons do not…

Calculation Shows Why Heavy Quarks Get Caught up in the Flow

Newswise — UPTON, NY—Using some of the world’s most powerful supercomputers, a group of theorists has produced a major advance in the field of nuclear physics—a calculation of the “heavy…

X-ray beams help researchers learn new tricks from old metals

Newswise — A research team led by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory used powerful X-ray beams to unlock a new understanding of materials important to the…

Quantum-Enhanced Microscope Doubles Resolution

Newswise — Using a “spooky” phenomenon of quantum physics, Caltech researchers have discovered a way to double the resolution of light microscopes. The journal Nature Communications has published a paper…

PNNL Scientist Inspires Next Generation at the National Science Bowl

By Jesenia Hernandez Newswise — Physicist Emily Mace will share her science journey and an interactive presentation about her current research with middle school and high school students from across…

Fast light pulse triggers charge transfer into water

Newswise — In certain molecules, the so-called photoacids, a proton can be released locally by excitation with light. There is a sudden change in the pH value in the solution…