First movie of energy transfer in photosynthesis solves decades-old debate
Using ultrafast imaging of moving energy in photosynthesis, scientists have determined the speed of crucial processes for the first time.
Using ultrafast imaging of moving energy in photosynthesis, scientists have determined the speed of crucial processes for the first time.
Materials Science
Dec 23, 2016
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Scientists behind a theory that the speed of light is variable - and not constant as Einstein suggested - have made a prediction that could be tested.
General Physics
Nov 25, 2016
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Scientists studying the Chicxulub crater have shown how large asteroid impacts deform rocks in a way that may produce habitats for early life.
Earth Sciences
Nov 17, 2016
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Researchers have created a 3D printed cosmic microwave background - a map of the oldest light in the universe - and provided the files for download.
General Physics
Oct 28, 2016
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Scientists at Imperial College London have discovered a feedback mechanism at the heart of photosynthesis that protects plants from damage by light.
Biotechnology
Oct 11, 2016
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The universe is not spinning or stretched in any particular direction, according to the most stringent test yet.
General Physics
Sep 22, 2016
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New research suggests that it is possible to create a new form of light by binding light to a single electron, combining the properties of both.
General Physics
Aug 5, 2016
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Lasers could heat materials to temperatures hotter than the centre of the Sun in only 20 quadrillionths of a second, according to new research.
General Physics
Nov 13, 2015
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Scientists have developed tiny 'nanoneedles' that have successfully prompted parts of the body to generate new blood vessels, in a trial in mice.
Bio & Medicine
Mar 30, 2015
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For the first time researchers have measured large distances in the Universe using data, rather than calculations related to general relativity.
General Physics
Dec 12, 2014
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