Oktoberfest is an exciting cultural event, but it is also a source of inspiration for materials scientists and engineers. Not the beer itself, but rather the beer foam is a source of inspiration.
Materials Science
Sep 19, 2017
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A SpaceX capsule rocketed to the International Space Station on Monday, carrying tons of science research, plus ice cream.
Space Exploration
Aug 14, 2017
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Physicists have searched for deviations from standard quantum mechanics, testing whether quantum mechanics requires a more complex set of mathematical rules. To do so a research team led by Philip Walther at the University ...
Quantum Physics
Apr 21, 2017
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It's been more than 30 years since the invention of 3-D printing, and yet in some ways the technology is still a frontier of unexplored potential.
Engineering
May 11, 2016
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For the first time, scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have solved the structure of the biological machinery used by a common virus to recognize and attack human host cells.
Cell & Microbiology
Apr 26, 2016
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While glass might be thought of in terms of holding wine or as a window, the stability of glass affects areas as diverse as nuclear waste storage, pharmaceuticals, and ice cream. Recently, chemical physicists at Pacific Northwest ...
Condensed Matter
Mar 18, 2016
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(Phys.org)—Scientists have developed a slower-melting ice cream—consider the advantages the next time a hot summer day turns your child's cone with its dream-like mound of orange, vanilla and lemon swirls with chocolate ...
Astronomers tinkering with ice and organics in the lab may have discovered why comets are encased in a hard, outer crust.
Space Exploration
Feb 11, 2015
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Imagine being able to take a pill that lets you eat all of the ice cream, cookies, and cakes that you wanted – without gaining any weight.
Biotechnology
Oct 6, 2014
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(Phys.org) —Researchers have designed droplets using a technique that could have applications for everything from extracting oil from wells to creating makeup and food.
Materials Science
Jul 5, 2013
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